{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-question-tags-template-js","path":"/question-tag/pain/35","result":{"data":{"allQuestion":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Question_7150-markdown","title":"hello i would like to know more for  pain and sleep problems","slug":"hello-i-would-like-to-know-more-for-pain-and-sleep-problems","content":"\n_____________________\nWe have a lot of information on our site already about using cannabis products for pain and sleep. I suggest you start with these two searches, and then if you have further specific questions, feel free to post them:\n\nhttps://www.hellomd.com/search/pain\nhttps://www.hellomd.com/search/insomnia\n\nmark\n_____________________\nHi Friend,\n\nMany people are going to recommend you indica for pain and sleep.  However, I would go about it a little differently.  For sleep I would use an indica with a kava extract and some CBD oil.  If that doesn't work you could add passionflower and valerian root.  And I'm sorry, if that doesn't work... nothing natural short of opium will.  \n\nFor pain, you really need to identify the root cause of the pain in order to get a true sense of what's really going to work.  There are too many different types of pain and some will respond better to anti-inflammation, others need endorphins to kick in while still others may be much more neurological and CBD can really help with that.  But take it easy.  Generally, the best thing for pain is rest and some MJ can really aid in that department.  I know it's not what someone also suffering from insomnia wants to hear but the plus side is... focus on the insomnia first and the pain by rights, should improve.\n\ne420bar","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7145-markdown","title":"How long does the Bloom Farms vape pen battery last for?","slug":"how-long-does-the-bloom-farms-vape-pen-battery-last-for","content":"\"I vape to manage my chronic pain and would like to try this product.\"\n_____________________\nHey there! The Bloom Farms Highlighter is rechargeable up to 150 times and comes with a lifetime warranty!\n\nryanscherer","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7143-markdown","title":"Chronic pain in the butt!! ","slug":"chronic-pain-in-the-butt","content":"\"I suffer chronic pain. I believe from Pudendal neuralga and pelvic pain in my sitz bones (Ischial Tuberosities). Can't sit for long at all! Problem is I live in NC where there is no medical canabis help for pain. Can you give any answer other than move to another state. If I could get some 2/1 CBD just to try it might give me an answer. Any legal way??\"\n_____________________\nThis is a painful condition. I know from experience. Cannabis helps and I would try inhaled cannabis, a tincture, edible or suppository. You may be able to find medical cannabis in another east coast state and you can make your own preparations. CBD is widely available online and that may help.  Also please feel free to contact me directly for more information.\n\nandrewvanmd","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7129-markdown","title":"I am on dialysis and was wondering if medical marijuana would be ok for some of the pains I go thru","slug":"i-am-on-dialysis-and-was-wondering-if-medical-marijuana-would-be-ok-for-some-of-the-pains-i-go-thru","content":"\n_____________________\nI have spoken with patients undergoing frequent dialysis who found relief using medical cannabis. To my knowledge there are no contra-indications to using cannabis while undergoing dialysis. Cannabis is a very safe herb with almost no overdose or toxic potential, and it does not harm the liver, kidneys or other bodily organs like many prescription drug do. Start with a small dose, observe for effects and increase the dose as needed to achieve desired results.\n\nandrewvanmd","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7128-markdown","title":"What is a good tincture for inflammation and back pain?","slug":"what-is-a-good-tincture-for-inflammation-and-back-pain","content":"\n_____________________\nMost tinctures work well but especially the high CBD tinctures but I personally do not like the ones with alcohol because if I choose to do alcohol it may be in a beverage occasionally, rather than in medicine. I like the tinctures in MCT oil but I do not know if there is an actual difference in the effectiveness since both seem to work well. In addition, all of us are Vitamin D deficient since we do not live naked outside and Vitamin D is made in the oil in the skin so we cannot make Vitamin D in our skin after 50 years old and you should not wash the oil off your skin. If you get darker in the sun, your skin likely blocks the production of Vitamin D and without supplement, you will likely go on to develop the diseases associated with vitamin D deficiency, depression, anxiety, hypertension, heart disease, autoimmune disease, diabetes, Weight gain, Osteoporosis, arthritis, chronic pain and even cancer.\nI also think it's a good idea to ask your local Bud Tender, what tincture did they see as their largest seller for back pain issues. They tend to know what they carry that works the best.\n\ndrolson\n_____________________\nI would reccomend a whole plant high CBD tincture. You can try various ratios of CBD and THC, depending on what best treats your pain and works for your lifestyle.\n\nandrewvanmd\n_____________________\nI agree with Dr. Vanderveer, a whole plant high CBD tincture is a good place to start..many of our members find very good inflammation and pain relief with just the high CBD tinctures. Since every one is different, if you don't get relief from just a high CBD tincture, try adding a small amount of THC tincture to the mix. Some people have found that this combination worked better for them. Tinctures provide very consistent dosing. Be willing to give yourself some time to experiment to find what works for you!!\n\nPiantaTinta","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7127-markdown","title":"What CBD do you recommend for the equivalent of 500mg of vicodin (chronic skeletal pain)","slug":"what-cbd-do-you-recommend-for-the-equivalent-of-500mg-of-vicodin-chronic-skeletal-pain","content":"\n_____________________\nSince I am a physician because I originally did not trust physicians and I felt the only way to overcome that was to become the doctor I wanted, I have never taken a drug like Vicodin because I do not trust most western drugs and always go for natural, herbal, homeopathic, or nutritional before I would resort to a drug, I can't give you an exact equivalent but I can tell you that high CBD cannabis oil like AC/DC is excellent for getting rid of even severe pain. Add to that the topical cannabis salve in 1:1 CBD:TCH ratio and you should have close to 100% relief of any pain, even abdominal pain. For muscle skeletal pain, It's also necessary to be certain your vitamin D level is adequate to provide the healing support for your connective tissue and bones. You must be cautious about taking large doses of vitamin D if you are \npre-surgical because it can increase bleeding and should be stopped at least 48 hours before surgery. If you are trying to get away from Vicodin, Be sure you knows the symptoms of withdrawal because you made me treating those symptoms instead of the actual original pain you were treating. In a situation like that colleen may want to be on the oral CBD for stability and full coverage while attending to the vitamin D\n\ndrolson","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7112-markdown","title":"I am 6 months pregnant and have a lot of lower back pain. Can I use this product?","slug":"i-am-6-months-pregnant-and-have-a-lot-of-lower-back-pain-can-i-use-this-product","content":"\n_____________________\nThere are a lot more studies coming out about cannabis and pregnancy - though not much in the terms of cannabis topicals yet. I can tell you that most topicals do not enter the bloodstream - whether there is a transference to the child in any way is unknown. This is completely a personal choice. Congratulations and I do hope you find relief for your pain.\n\njessies\n_____________________\nWith all due respect to Jessie from Strictly Topical,  in a paper I've just read, there is actually potential for  a sizable amount of absorption into the bloodstream.  Admittedly, said paper was using a transdermal patch, but even I was surprised to find that THC levels in the bloodstream were almost half that seen in smoking!  As for transference to the child, this has definitely been established;  cannabinoids can cross the placenta, blood-brain barrier, and also be found in breast milk.  Other literature I'm reading also states that there is an abundance of evidence  prenatal exposure to cannabis adversely affects neurodevelopment with negative consequences for neuropsychiatric, behavior and executive functions.  I would stay away from cannabis products, including topicals and try to use tried/ true measures like heat/ cold pack, yoga, and other methods.  I hope this helps!\n\ndrpark\n_____________________\nCannabis use during pregnancy is a controversial subject. The bottom line is that cannabis is safe for both the mother and the fetus. If there are ANY negative effects, they are miniscule, especially when compared to the effects of some of the commonly prescribed prescription drugs. You may want to read about the \"Roots Daughters\" in Jamaica, who use cannabis in various forms throughout their pregnancy. Dr. Melanie Dreher has spent a great deal of time with these women and their children and has done further research into the effects of cannabis use during pregnancy. Her conclusions are that cannabis during pregnancy is safe. I also personally know many mothers who have used cannabis during pregnancy and are raising healthy, happy, well adjusted (and often above average) children.\n\nandrewvanmd","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7110-markdown","title":"What CBD:THC ratio is best for pain caused by muscle spasms in the upper back?","slug":"what-cbd-thc-ratio-is-best-for-pain-caused-by-muscle-spasms-in-the-upper-back","content":"\"I have used a spray with a ratio of 18:1. It doesn't help. What would be good and how often should it be taken? I don't need it at night.\"\n_____________________\nI've heard of a few people having success with transdermal THC roll-ons for pain. Additionally, applying a transdermal CBD roll-on seems to increase benefits. I believe that is a 1:1 ratio and it seems to works well. \n\nBartSmart","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7109-markdown","title":" I have severe lower back pain which radiates down my legs giving me muscle spasms. Can cannabis help?","slug":"i-have-severe-lower-back-pain-which-radiates-down-my-legs-giving-me-muscle-spasms-can-cannabis-help","content":"\n_____________________\nSounds as though your sciatic nerve is acting up. I would suggest an indication. Indicas are great muscle relaxers, also serve as a great pain killer.\n\njjacobvermeer37\n_____________________\nSo sorry to hear about your muscle spasms. I play a lot of golf so i certainly know about =back pain and sciatic nerves! I have had similar symptons to yours for a while and the cream by Mary's Medicinals called Muscle Freeze - CBD Lotion has worked great for me! \n\npetergdw","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7107-markdown","title":"pain from muscle spasms ","slug":"pain-from-muscle-spasms","content":"\"I have dystonia which causes muscles spasms and pain in the upper trapezius muscles when I'm active. The pain subsides when I'm sleeping or resting. I've tried Cheeba Chews 50mgCBD: 2THC divided in halves and Care by Design spray 18:1. They don't seem to help.I don't need to take anything at night, but how often should they be taken during the day? Should I try a different product? \"\n_____________________\nI would recommend massaging a high THC topical ointment/cream directly onto the dystonic muscles every few hours. I would also try increasing the THC in your edible and sublingual cannabis preparations. Also, when you take the sublingual spray make sure you are doing the following.... 1) Before applying the spray, remove excess saliva from your mouth. 2) Allow the preparation to remain under your tongue for as long as possible, in order to achieve sublingual/oral absorption.\n\nandrewvanmd","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7105-markdown","title":"How to use cannabis topicals?","slug":"how-to-use-cannabis-topicals","content":"\"I use topicals for lower back pain and for neck stiffness. Is is better to slather the product on thick or use a thin layer? Does it matter if it's rubbed it in deeply or lightly? Does it usually absorb right away? Thank you!!\"\n_____________________\nI use topicals frequently on my lower back when I experience some acute nerve pain. I have never found that you need to use too much and and yes, it should absorb quickly. I find that I will get relief within 5-10 minutes. Not everyone responds the same way however and what works for me may not be the same for you. I am going to include some links to posts we have put out recently that discusses topicals:\n\nhttps://www.hellomd.com/search/topicals/articles\n\nThere many articles in this link that you will find informative. Also, Sweet ReLeaf a popular brand wrote many of them and I love their product. Other people I know love one called Flower Power. \n\nI am not a doctor and this represents my opinion only. I hope this helps!\n\npamelahadfield","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7102-markdown","title":"Would your topical be a good fit for fibromyalgia pain as well as lower back pain? How about menstrual cramps?","slug":"would-your-topical-be-a-good-fit-for-fibromyalgia-pain-as-well-as-lower-back-pain-how-about-menstrual-cramps","content":"\n_____________________\nYes to all of these. Patients report pain relief for these issues. In more chronic pain cases we recommend the Extra Strength version applied as frequently as you need. \nCheck out our testimonials page on www.getsweetreleaf.com to read personal stories on how Sweet ReLeaf had helped specific ailments like the ones you are asking about.\n\nella","image":null}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":408,"numPages":54,"currentPage":35,"id":5599,"name":"Pain","slug":"pain","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}