I agree with p.t. in warm water ! I also recently started on cbd oil gummies. They are amazing for my pain and uplifted in my spirits. I differ from major depression and have had 3 back surgeries, 1neck surgery,have an artificial hip and born with connective tissue disorder called Ehlers Danlos. I have not taken one pain pill since started these. Doctor also put me on an antiinflammatory diet. My days have been much more productive and just an ache once in awhile. I have been on pain meds all my life. This is first time in 48 yrs I have been off them. Good luck to you ! Hope you find what works for you.