{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-question-tags-template-js","path":"/question-tag/topical/","result":{"data":{"allQuestion":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Question_12570-markdown","title":"What are weed topicals and how do they work?","slug":"what-are-weed-topicals-and-how-do-they-work","content":"**I’ve got a pretty rigorous workout schedule causing me a fair amount of muscle pain when I’m done. Would weed topicals be good for this, and how do they work?**\n\nMarcy F.\n\n------------\n![What are weed topicals and do they work?](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_11_11_at_3_16_05_PM_1c6a1f2681.png)\n\nCannabis-infused topicals would be indeed worth considering for your and other types of pain. They come in a [wide variety of forms](https://hellomd.com/articles/using-cannabis-infused-topicals-for-localized-relief), such oils, creams, lotions, balms, mud masks, and more. They are all infused with potent cannabinoids, particularly tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD), and sometimes terpenes as well. \n\nWhen cannabis is ingested or inhaled, you can feel the effects quickly throughout your system or in a manner of hours, depending on the method of consumption (for example, smoking vs. edibles). But with weed topicals, the effects are usually just felt locally, on the area where they are applied (in your case, certain sore muscles).\n\n[Cannabis topicals work](https://hellomd.com/articles/cannabis-topicals-provide-relief-for-sore-muscles-and-pain) by being absorbed through the skin and binding to our CB2 receptors, which are found throughout the body as part of the [endocannabinoid system (ECS)](https://www.healthline.com/health/endocannabinoid-system). The endocannabinoids (molecules produced by the body) bind to the receptors to achieve effects such as relieving pain, reducing inflammation, boosting the immune system, and much more.\n\nCannabinoids from cannabis act in much the same way. THC will bind with the ECS receptors in a similar way to the endocannabinoids, to provide pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory effects. CBD also reacts with the ECS without THC’s psychoactive effects. While it doesn’t bind to the same receptors as THC, it may work by preventing endocannabinoids from being broken down, so they have more of an effect on your body.\n\nMany people turn to topicals for ordinary aches and pains, such as sore, tense or injured muscles. The cannabinoids seep into the skin, and help to ease tension while providing localized pain relief. Marijuana’s anti-inflammatory effects also help reduce pain and inflammation at the site of any sprained, pulled or injured muscle. Topicals are also sometimes applied to arthritic joints to provide pain relief\n\nArnisB\n\n----------------\n\nAnother thing that needs to be pointed out is that THC is particularly potent when it comes to fighting pain, but some people might avoid it because they don’t want to get high, because it might interfere with their work or ability to function in normal activities. But [THC used in topicals]( https://hellomd.com/articles/thc-in-cannabis-topicals-why-it-matters) can give you the best of both worlds. It goes to the source of pain quickly, in a targeted manner,  and doesn’t make you high. Because it skips the bloodstream, cannabis topicals are undetectable in drug tests and don’t upset your ability to function. \n\nChronic pain, menstrual cramps, migraine headaches, arthritis, and skin conditions are some of the things that it may be able to help you with.\n\nVirginiaValen\n\n---------------\n\nSometimes [transdermal patches](https://hellomd.com/articles/cannabis-transdermal-patches-medicate-through-your-skin)  are discussed as similar way to treat pain. But they do work differently than topicals. The patches with cannabinoids and other ingredients are applied to the skin to provide localized relief, but enter the bloodstream after that. This might not make a difference with a [CBD patch](https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/cbd-patches-for-pain#how-they-work), but could make a difference with one that has a lot of THC. However, while its psychoactive effects may be felt, they would also be released much slower method than other forms of cannabis consumption, so wouldn’t usually be as potent.\n\nJohnNth\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.6129032258064515,"src":"/static/0942e5605f71ff9218ea56be2914c763/14b42/19937bbfaf244ebe8537f38abdc97c07.jpg","srcSet":"/static/0942e5605f71ff9218ea56be2914c763/f836f/19937bbfaf244ebe8537f38abdc97c07.jpg 200w,\n/static/0942e5605f71ff9218ea56be2914c763/2244e/19937bbfaf244ebe8537f38abdc97c07.jpg 400w,\n/static/0942e5605f71ff9218ea56be2914c763/14b42/19937bbfaf244ebe8537f38abdc97c07.jpg 800w,\n/static/0942e5605f71ff9218ea56be2914c763/47498/19937bbfaf244ebe8537f38abdc97c07.jpg 1200w,\n/static/0942e5605f71ff9218ea56be2914c763/0e329/19937bbfaf244ebe8537f38abdc97c07.jpg 1600w,\n/static/0942e5605f71ff9218ea56be2914c763/08550/19937bbfaf244ebe8537f38abdc97c07.jpg 3832w","srcWebp":"/static/0942e5605f71ff9218ea56be2914c763/58556/19937bbfaf244ebe8537f38abdc97c07.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/0942e5605f71ff9218ea56be2914c763/61e93/19937bbfaf244ebe8537f38abdc97c07.webp 200w,\n/static/0942e5605f71ff9218ea56be2914c763/1f5c5/19937bbfaf244ebe8537f38abdc97c07.webp 400w,\n/static/0942e5605f71ff9218ea56be2914c763/58556/19937bbfaf244ebe8537f38abdc97c07.webp 800w,\n/static/0942e5605f71ff9218ea56be2914c763/99238/19937bbfaf244ebe8537f38abdc97c07.webp 1200w,\n/static/0942e5605f71ff9218ea56be2914c763/7c22d/19937bbfaf244ebe8537f38abdc97c07.webp 1600w,\n/static/0942e5605f71ff9218ea56be2914c763/0bad5/19937bbfaf244ebe8537f38abdc97c07.webp 3832w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Question_12340-markdown","title":"My 87 year old mom is suffering with very painful shingles. Will the non-THC version of a topical offer her any relief?","slug":"my-87-year-old-mom-is-suffering-with-very-painful-shingles-will-the-non-thc-version-of-a-topical-offer-her-any-relief","content":"\".\"\n_____________________\nTopical products infused with cannabidiol (CBD) can help decrease painful swelling and inflammation associated with rashes that break out on the body.\n\nKevin P.\n_____________________\nHello,\nCannabis helps thousands of people deal with neuropathic pain.  In fact, in New York -- which has only approved medical cannabis for a  very limited number of conditions -- 41% of medical cannabis patients  are being treated for neuropathic pain (by far the most commonly treated  condition).\nhttps://neuropathyjournal.org/cannabis-use-neuropathic-pain-part-1-of-3/\n\nThere  is also a significant amount of research which has shown that \"Sativex'  -- an oromucosal spray with equal parts of THC and CBD -- can  effectively reduce neuropathic pain.\nhttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2503660/\n\nIf your mother does not have access to THC containing creams, then a CBD only cream is worth a try. However, I would most recommend a topical that has both CBD and THC, such as\nhttps://www.hellomd.com/products/5b6e09bd96120c00012c6935/13-releaf-balm\n\nI hope this helps!\n\n\ndrkim","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_12243-markdown","title":"What makes this topical PMS specific?","slug":"what-makes-this-topical-pms-specific","content":"\"Hi, how does this topical differ from the others? Meaning, what makes this topical specifically useful for PMS symptoms as opposed to other topicals you offer? Thanks.\"\n_____________________\nThe Dr. Kerklaan representative I contacted had this to say:\n\n\"In our focus group and product development, the feedback that we received from women was that they preferred to have a product that was more soothing and comforting.\n\nThe ingredients and fragrances we have chosen (Vanilla & Verbena) offer more of a soothing sensation than for example our Natural Pain products which include peppermint and eucalyptus which have a cooling sensation. The Natural PMS Cream is often applied to the abdomen area, breasts, and lower back leaving that subtle smell of Vanilla to also help satisfy that sweet craving. \"\n\nKevin P.","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_9091-markdown","title":"Is it topical?  Does nerve pain in foot responds to it?","slug":"is-it-topical-does-nerve-pain-in-foot-responds-to-it","content":"\n_____________________\nThere are many topical preparations available, and about half the patients I see who have used them describe great benefit.  The other half have not found that to be true.  There is simply no set of clinical studies to point at for medical guidance on this issue.  But cannabis is remarkably non-toxic, and I recommend trying several topicals, including some preparations made with the whole plant, with the understanding that topical cannabis does not give a measurable systemic level, so effects are purely local.\n\ndrelkind\n_____________________\nMy experience w/ topicals mirrors pretty much Dr. Elkind's experience.  Here are some links to also try making your own cannabis-infused coconut oil, & also for making a topical salve from said infused oil. The recipe for the salve. You can also increase the strength of your infused oil/salve by increasing the amount of plant material you use; in my experience, people making their own salve seem to experience more of an effect but this could just be my imagination  Also, try pre-heating the area of skin to which you will apply the topical. Good luck!\n\ndrpark","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_9084-markdown","title":"What are the best topical treatments for a heel spur and plantar facitis?","slug":"what-are-the-best-topical-treatments-for-a-heel-spur-and-plantar-facitis","content":"\n_____________________\nPatients with plantar fasciitis usually complain about slowly occurring pain at the heel, which increases during the day with prolonged standing or walking. One of the symptoms is that patients experience intense pain when taking the first several steps in the morning. I have patients massage CBD cream into the foot before getting out of bed in the morning unless they go right into a shower or bath. Always apply it after bathing and several (4-5) times throughout the day. Look specifically for a CBD cream that is for inflammation. These often contain natural anti-inflammatories such as curcumin or Bosweilia. \nI recommend these exercises for foot pain http://www.dynamicchiropractic.com/digital/index.php?i=1234&a_id=58051&pn=28&r=t&Page=29\nI also use EPAT or radial pulse therapy. Most people have not heard of this treatment yet. https://drjeffreytucker.com/2017/12/epat-shockwave-los-angeles/\nDr. Jeffrey Tucker\n   ������v\u0016�$4\n\nDrJTucker","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_9057-markdown","title":"Which type of Cannabis and what formulation are good for moderate to severe neuropathic pain?","slug":"which-type-of-cannabis-and-what-formulation-are-good-for-moderate-to-severe-neuropathic-pain","content":"\"Sciatic nerve (specifically, L5 and S1 nerves) is damaged due to cancer treatment (cryoablation) causing moderate to severe neuropathic pain in the foot, specifically in the first 2 toes. What is the recommendation for a topical cannabis and oral tincture?\"\n_____________________\nHI there! This question comes up a lot in the HelloMD Community. Here are some previously answered questions that you can check out: \nhttps://www.hellomd.com/answers/598e3adea21615000c5d1baa/what-dosage-of-cbd-oil-or-tincture-would-be-helpful-for-chronic-nerve-pain\nhttps://www.hellomd.com/answers/59ef4fac3cafbc00259c33c5/can-thc-cbd-cream-be-used-for-peripheral-neuropathy-of-unknown-etiology\nBest of luck!\n\nashleigh\n_____________________\nAll the medical literature and studies using cannabis to help w/ various neuropathy conditions used THC as the cannabinoid as choice.  I have also seen this in anecdotal evidence as well.  However, given Dr. Olsen's experience with CBD products as well as a receptor phenomenon known as the \"entourage effect\" I might also recommend trying a tincture or topical agent that has a healthy dose of both THC and CBD, perhaps in a 1:1 ratio.  The patient can then experiment w/ other THC/ CBD ratios or even try products that are only THC or only CBD.  I hope this helps!\n\ndrpark","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_9042-markdown","title":"what is the strongest CBD topical you know of? ( over 500 mg per jar etc)","slug":"what-is-the-strongest-cbd-topical-you-know-of-over-500-mg-per-jar-etc","content":"\n_____________________\nHi there! \n\nIt can be pretty difficult to find a topical with more than 200mg of CBD or THC but we found one for you! \n\nPlease visit The Sister of the Valley website and select \"Shop Online\" for information on purchasing a High-CBD topical. You can also click here to be taken directly to their website: https://www.sistersofcbd.com/product/salve-8-oz/\n\nVeronicaB","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_8998-markdown","title":"what kind of topical salve or creme is available for arthritic pain in knees,  hips and back?","slug":"what-kind-of-topical-salve-or-creme-is-available-for-arthritic-pain-in-knees-hips-and-back","content":"\n_____________________\nHi! I've come across and have tried many creams and salves as I suffer  from chronic backaches. I have consumed many natural remedies like  ginger, turmeric, etc. But so far I think CBD pain cream from an online  shop has been most effective. \nSo I recommend you try some natural remedies like ginger and turmeric tea, fish oil, etc along with a CBD product. \n\nsebastianwross","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_8919-markdown","title":"Can you recommend a topical treatment for an arthritic knee? ","slug":"can-you-recommend-a-topical-treatment-for-an-arthritic-knee","content":"\n_____________________\nHi there! Arthritis is a condition that can be well-managed with cannabis. Please check out the following Q&As, articles, and posts that came up when I searched our site on this topic. Of special note is an article that explains how to make your own cannabis-infused topical!\n\nashleigh","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_8802-markdown","title":"Which topical product would you recommend for muscle/joint aches associated with Crohn's?","slug":"which-topical-product-would-you-recommend-for-muscle-joint-aches-associated-with-crohns","content":"\n_____________________\nHi there! I am not a doctor, but we do have some great content on our website re: this. \"While edibles are not always ideal for patients with Crohn's, due to the sensitivity of their stomachs, they are the fastest way to get cannabinoids to the receptors in the GI tract. Alternative delivery methods patients with Crohn's can use are sublingual oils, vaporization, and smoking.\" You can read the entire article here: https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/559ab1aa3664330006050000/the-new-way-to-ease-crohns-symptoms-medical-marijuana I don't have Chron's but for pain relief, my favorite is the Bloom Farms AC/DC Highlighter Vape Pen. Vaporizing is my preferred method of consumption because it's discreet, there's hardly any smell, and it's easy to use!\n\nAlso, check out this article: https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/561d5de53233340006be0000/cannabis-shows-promise-as-a-treatment-for-crohns-disease-and-colitis It suggests some of the best strains for Chron's symptoms.\n\nHope this helps!\n\nmelissa\n_____________________\nHi there. I would like to suggest you the CBD for your issue. All the best!\n\nsebastianwross\n_____________________\nI agree with the answers given but want to add that when you use the topical CBD dominant cream, do not forget to treat your spine.  typically when a person has Crohn's disease or in any kind of G.I. distress, they may also notice of backache and this is called the visceral somatic response. When the viscera, the G.I. system (your guts) become inflamed The nerves that go to the spine pick up on the inflammation so in order to stop inflammation in the body you also want to treat the nerves in the spine that correspond to the area of your body that is inflamed. To calm the G.I. system you would apply the topical CBD dominant cream to your spine at beginning beginning about the level of the bottom of your scapula tip to the waistline. If you apply the cream every hour during your waking hours you likely will achieve long extended periods of pain relief in approximately one week.\n\n\ndrolson","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_8585-markdown","title":"Topicals for Red Man Syndrome?","slug":"topicals-for-red-man-syndrome","content":"\"Does anyone know if a topical would be helpful with someone suffering from Red Man Syndrome?  I have a friend who has been suffering for nearly 6 years with this condition and nothing her Drs have tried has helped in any meaningful way.  I have heard that topicals can help with eczema and this seems to be a condition similar to that but 1000 times worse. Any advice would help.  Thanks in advance. \"\n_____________________\nRed Man syndrome, also known as Stevens-Johnson syndrome, is a life threatening condition associated with a severe allergic reaction to a number of drugs, typically antibiotics.  For the treatment of the long term effects of this condition, particularly those associated with pain or inflammation, a topical consisting of 3:1 CBD/THC may be beneficial.  If pain is severe consider a 1:1 ratio.  \n\nNP Joshua","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_8571-markdown","title":"Does cannabis from a topical show up on a drug test?","slug":"does-cannabis-from-a-topical-show-up-on-a-drug-test","content":"\"Does it matter if it is CBD and/or THC?\"\n_____________________\nCheck out this article, which states: \"Although rubbing a cannabis-infused topical on your skin will not get you high or cause you to fail a drug test, there are some stipulations to consider.\" Hope it helps!\n\nlyp","image":null}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":0,"numPages":9,"currentPage":1,"id":5846,"name":"Topical","slug":"topical","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}