Has anyone used CBD oil for chronic pain? And do you have results?

Posted by rensacb @rensacb, Jan 22, 2019

I'm a chronic pain suffer of 35+ years. Scoliosis is the culprit. Not a disfiguring curve but non the less painfully destructive. Almost every disc is bulging from 3mm to 6mm. I've had 2 spinal fusion. C 3-7 and L 4-5. Have 4 nerve root impengements with spondylosis in some areas and stenosis at interval from neck to sacral. Take steroid shots when I can with positive results for a few weeks. Always have Norco 5mg/325 ready if needed. Unfortunately I have found the best way to keep pain down is to lie down. So most of my days are spent on my bed. Any suggestions?

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I agree, I got some CBD/CBG with very little THC, it needs more thc to make it more effective. Also do not take tramadol with Cannabis,way too much.

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@wendyhobbie

Staying in bed or on the couch can cause muscle to atrophy. My right leg has turned to the right and my calves have shrunk over a 2 year period. But having studied and done yoga for just 10 to 15 minutes regularly keeps me moving. We HAVE TO WORK THROUGH THE PAIN!
I’m a Large B cell lymphoma survivor and will not allow my bulging discs, my neuropathy, arthritis or fibromyalgia pain keep me down.
God bless us

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I tried the CBD Oil and it did not work for me. I have many back issues. I had one back surgery with 4 rods and two cadavers and I had a stimulator inserted and nothing has helped. My two doctors do not know what else to do for me. They fell I would not survive a second surgery. So just last week I agreed to give PT another try. I have a pool and it helps so I will do therapy from now until June. But it was very freighting to hear them say that. But the best is my employers disability company wants to know why I haven’t returned to work.

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You paid for Disability insurance. And have a valid claim. Unfortunately, too many people that could work ruin it for those that need the time for healing. Hopefully the PT helps you. Swimming is supposed to be great to strengthen your back. I had PT in a swimming pool once. I’d rather do yoga…and practice the PT exercises
Godspeed

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Meditation tape has helped.not walking has caused my stamina to get so bad I can't go anywhere. Physical therapy is helping. It is called Luna on line and is covered byy ppo insurance they come to my house 2 times a week. Has helped break up scar tissue and muscle like knots. I have 345 f usion spondololisthisis ,stenosis and many bulges. I also use Percocet and have reduced it to 15 mg a day 10 to 20 min walk is helping, but still not easy.

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@factorvautoimmunegirl

New forms of CBD has no traces of THC. I’m in California and it is sold on just about every corner. I have autoimmune disease and I believe fibromyalgia, which I’ll find out all the good new from latest blood work, but what can you suggest as a pain rub, or vitamin, I am up for 3 hours, at age 40, and down for at least another hour or so. It’s been weeks and I’ve barely been making it out for an hour at a time.

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Good evening to those of you who are a bit overwhelmed by all the commotion about CBD and THC. My state is just completing the details of a new state law that is opening the door a bit more for those in need of help with pain and discomfort.

In my case, I have been using medical cannabis with CBD and THC for about 10 years. In fact, that is the only pain medication I use for Small Fiber Neuropathy that has been on a progressive "rampage" for quite some time. Adding the two together creates what is called the entourage effect.

In order to handle the ups and downs of pain and discomfort realities for those of us who are challenged by some form of neuropathy.........we need to have several different dosages ready to go for different times during the day and under different conditions. I want to be sure I am using the correct words here......so let me explain. I use a CBD/THC "tincture"....(not necessarily an oil) for overall nerve pain. Then I use a CBD/THC "balm" on my hands and feet for numbness and tingle tangles as well as pain.

You can create your own dosages or buy them in eye dropper bottles. For example, I start the day with a 1:1 CBD/THC in about 1/3 of a dropper. In the evening and at bedtime I use a full dropper of 2:1 CBD/THC dosage which gets me through the night quite well.

For topical applications, I use a 3:1 CBD/THC balm for chronic pain and a 1:3 CBD/THC topical balm for acute pain as in a sudden flare. That pretty well covers my cannabis program options after 10 years of trying to stay on top of product developments and my need for relief from pain.

May you all be safe, protected, and free from inner and outer harm.
Chris

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@factorvautoimmunegirl

New forms of CBD has no traces of THC. I’m in California and it is sold on just about every corner. I have autoimmune disease and I believe fibromyalgia, which I’ll find out all the good new from latest blood work, but what can you suggest as a pain rub, or vitamin, I am up for 3 hours, at age 40, and down for at least another hour or so. It’s been weeks and I’ve barely been making it out for an hour at a time.

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Have you tried Gabapentin or something to that effect from your doctor you may not want to stay on it long but it can help you get some rest and sleep until you can get to the bottom of what you're looking for

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@wendyhobbie

Yes, after first taking 100% CBD oils, tablets and balms (with no results)a friend told me that it needs the THC with it to make it work.
This is added to my daily meds:
Two drops of tincture, 2 CBD/to /1 part THC
2 Tylenol
I also massage 1/1 balm on my feet

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How many hours sleep do you get by using the described a combination

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@artscaping

Good evening to those of you who are a bit overwhelmed by all the commotion about CBD and THC. My state is just completing the details of a new state law that is opening the door a bit more for those in need of help with pain and discomfort.

In my case, I have been using medical cannabis with CBD and THC for about 10 years. In fact, that is the only pain medication I use for Small Fiber Neuropathy that has been on a progressive "rampage" for quite some time. Adding the two together creates what is called the entourage effect.

In order to handle the ups and downs of pain and discomfort realities for those of us who are challenged by some form of neuropathy.........we need to have several different dosages ready to go for different times during the day and under different conditions. I want to be sure I am using the correct words here......so let me explain. I use a CBD/THC "tincture"....(not necessarily an oil) for overall nerve pain. Then I use a CBD/THC "balm" on my hands and feet for numbness and tingle tangles as well as pain.

You can create your own dosages or buy them in eye dropper bottles. For example, I start the day with a 1:1 CBD/THC in about 1/3 of a dropper. In the evening and at bedtime I use a full dropper of 2:1 CBD/THC dosage which gets me through the night quite well.

For topical applications, I use a 3:1 CBD/THC balm for chronic pain and a 1:3 CBD/THC topical balm for acute pain as in a sudden flare. That pretty well covers my cannabis program options after 10 years of trying to stay on top of product developments and my need for relief from pain.

May you all be safe, protected, and free from inner and outer harm.
Chris

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I’m in recovery now but have been long term THC user and now that I’ve quit, my wbc is high and I’m literally in so much pain and suffering that I’m beyond the frustration. I’m learning to what is going on with me so I do believe in the healing and help of THC and CBD products. Unfortunately, I’m on parole, and one year into recovery. I have not used THC since 2019, and my health took a trip for worse. I cannot use Gabapentin for it interferes with my mood stability but I may check out CBDs.

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@cherieb

Has anyone found success with CBD who has abdominal pain? I have never tried, but have Crohn’s disease and recent laparoscopy to remove scar tissue. On my way to Mayo in a week to try to get answers for undiagnosed upper right quadrant pain and unresolved thyroid/parathyroid issues. I’ve had no many tests, gastrointestinal and primary care encouraged to go. I’ve had this recurrent pain since 2019 and gallbladder removed but never quite right. I have flare ups with intense pain/acid reflux and weight loss. Been in pain since Nov. and this flare is unrelenting. I had tramadol after surgery for 1week but pain is now all over while I’m trying to recover from surgery still. Tylenol doesn’t cut it. Doctors in Kentucky don’t prescribe pain meds outside surgery. I have not had pain meds previously but the tramadol did lessen my pain so I’m trying to figure out what avenues I can try to function. I was such a vibrant involved person and now I rarely leave home except for Dr appts. Have not found any success in finding a pain clinic that addresses abdominal pain. I don’t know where to find quality medicinal CBD to try. I would appreciate what to try and what companies are reputable. Ive read previous posts that the CBD oil is preferable to many and that made from hemp is not medicinal. Thank you for any direction.

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I recently have experienced the same thing, wondering if it were my kidneys, appendix or gallstones. Have had massive abdominal surgery 2009. After reading lots of possibilities, I think it could be related to gastric foods, or stress. My pain seems to have gone away on its own in my lower and upper right side for about a month now. As far as CBD, THC both go into blood stream after passing through the liver, unless it is a tincture. Even then the amount not gone directly into your system under tongue, will process through liver. Liver toxicity from many drugs overloads the liver. CBD THC also stays in the body a long time. Once off other drugs go low and slow with even tinctures at any ratio, they will work at small doses if they will work for you at all. Let your body heal naturally, drink water get sun exercise.

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@factorvautoimmunegirl

I’m in recovery now but have been long term THC user and now that I’ve quit, my wbc is high and I’m literally in so much pain and suffering that I’m beyond the frustration. I’m learning to what is going on with me so I do believe in the healing and help of THC and CBD products. Unfortunately, I’m on parole, and one year into recovery. I have not used THC since 2019, and my health took a trip for worse. I cannot use Gabapentin for it interferes with my mood stability but I may check out CBDs.

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THC and CBD change with technology all the time. It is hard to separate the two, but they have done a lot to progress with certain strains, like Stanley Brothers CW, CBG is a legal alternative that is less psychotropic. They are designed around hemp and high CBD, while getting the THC needed from Cross breeding with usually grafting in high THC to a hemp plant. There is also added infusion THC processes. Many ways to get there. We are hearing more about delta 8, but that is not a natural process and is still much controversy via the FDA and contamination even by quality brands and supposed 3rd party testing of removal of contamination is in question. Worst case is buying any products at your gas station or CBD store without doing your own lengthy research and discussing with your doctor.

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