Hello @johnbishop and others, regarding CBD oil....what I have is 2 years of experience with different product forms and options that qualify as medical marijuana and require a license to purchase. My understanding at this point is that CBD oil to which many Connect members are referring is from the family cannabis but within that family is predominantly from the hemp plant not the marijuana plant. I was told early on that for effective pain relief, the product needs to contain both CBD and some amount of THC because the THC is the agent that reacts with the CBD to make the product do its work, to kick it into gear, if you will. My one trial with pure CBD was not effective for my form of SFN (small fiber neuropathy) and CMPS (the myofascial stuff). I do realize that there is a lot of research activity going on around the world to find better ways to treat chronic pain from known natural elements as opposed to opioids. I worry though when I read self promoting "research" articles that make claims about curing some pretty heavy duty conditions. For me, marijuana is for pain amelioration and tolerance only. I know that you can not overdose on medical marijuana....and even if you went to the emergency room because you were anxious, they would just give you a valium and tell you to sleep it off. I also have not had any addictive feelings...no cravings, no withdrawal symptoms even when I temporarily ran out of product. What is important is to have a guide to help you make good choices, especially as more and more product options are being introduced every day. Vape pens are excellent delivery systems for a bit of speedy relief in 5 or so minutes but one "dose" typically doesn't last very long, i.e. 15 minutes. Edibles require more dosage caution and for me take about 30 minutes to take effect but last for several hours. The only absolute no-nos. Never medicate with marijuana product on an empty tummy......and never mix it with alcohol. And so I forgo my Jack Daniels single barrel select. Aaaaahhhhh!
P.S. For those of us who not only fight pain but also the depression that seems to accompany our condition(s), a little bit of THC will only serve to lift that cloud of depression while the product is active. For me, that's a very nice way to start the day.