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Does medical marijuana work for chronic pain?

Posted by mmoss @mmoss, Mar 27, 2021

Does Medical marijuana work for chronic pain. Looking for alternatives to Vicodin.

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Oct 18, 2024
In reply to @bayhorse "Hi, John: I had been reading posts re: nerve & spinal stenosis pain specifically, and several..." + (show)
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Hi, John: I had been reading posts re: nerve & spinal stenosis pain specifically, and several members posted re how they use CBD/THC products, but had specific questions I thought Chris might be able to answer. Could she forward you the message I sent to her? Meantime, I will check the link you sent me.
Thanks,
Deborah (bayhorse)

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I think it might be better to post your questions here in this discussion. There are a lot more members with experience that may be able to answer your questions and share their experiences. Can you copy them from your private message to Chris and post them here?

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1kay2 | @1kay2 | Oct 18, 2024
In reply to @johnbishop "Hello @bayhorse, My friend Chris @artscaping mentioned you were having trouble finding information to help with..." + (show)
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Hello @bayhorse, My friend Chris @artscaping mentioned you were having trouble finding information to help with your chronic pain that you have been dealing with for quite awhile. I thought I would tag you in this discussion so that you can read through experiences from other members. If you click the link below it will take you to the beginning of the discussion.
-- Does medical marijuana work for chronic pain?: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/medical-marijuana-for-chronic-pain/

It's easy to find discussions and comments for a specific topic by using the search function of Connect. You might want to check out the following discussion.
-- How to Search on Connect - It can help you!: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/search-it-can-help-you/

Here's a search of Connect using the phrase "medical marijuana". Just click the link below to see the list of discussions and comments on the topic - https://connect.mayoclinic.org/search/discussions/

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I won't smoke it, but I have used the creams. They seemed to help for a while but then no longer. good luck.

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jmb73 | @jmb73 | Oct 19, 2024
In reply to @johnbishop "Hello @bayhorse, My friend Chris @artscaping mentioned you were having trouble finding information to help with..." + (show)
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Hello @bayhorse, My friend Chris @artscaping mentioned you were having trouble finding information to help with your chronic pain that you have been dealing with for quite awhile. I thought I would tag you in this discussion so that you can read through experiences from other members. If you click the link below it will take you to the beginning of the discussion.
-- Does medical marijuana work for chronic pain?: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/medical-marijuana-for-chronic-pain/

It's easy to find discussions and comments for a specific topic by using the search function of Connect. You might want to check out the following discussion.
-- How to Search on Connect - It can help you!: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/search-it-can-help-you/

Here's a search of Connect using the phrase "medical marijuana". Just click the link below to see the list of discussions and comments on the topic - https://connect.mayoclinic.org/search/discussions/

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I have been using medical marijuana for about 6 years and was lucky at the beginning to get counseled by a wonderful man who said to go slow and low. My med. marijuana doctor had ordered too much and at too high a level. I needed it so much before I had my right hip replaced. So I take half of a 10:10 of THC to CBD. I always do the 1:1 as I don't get high. James had told me that the CBD would offset the THC's highness. Since I have balance problems, I don't want to get highor dizzy It helps take away the pain and really helps me sleep. I hope this helps.

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mrsr1234 | @mrsr1234 | Oct 20, 2024

Hi. I agree with @johnbishop. I’ve tried it multiple times, multiple ways.. I just don’t like the way that I feel. But CBD does help me way better. I don’t know if I’m allowed to mention brand names in here. If yes, message me and I’ll tell you the BEST CBD I’ve found and it’s taken forever.

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Oct 20, 2024
In reply to @mrsr1234 "Hi. I agree with @johnbishop. I’ve tried it multiple times, multiple ways.. I just don’t like..." + (show)
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Hi. I agree with @johnbishop. I’ve tried it multiple times, multiple ways.. I just don’t like the way that I feel. But CBD does help me way better. I don’t know if I’m allowed to mention brand names in here. If yes, message me and I’ll tell you the BEST CBD I’ve found and it’s taken forever.

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Absolutely OK to share your experience with what has helped you, including brand names and products.

I use Voltaren Arthritis gel for shoulder joint pain and sometimes Salonpas patches.

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mrsr1234 | @mrsr1234 | Oct 20, 2024
In reply to @mrsr1234 "Hi. I agree with @johnbishop. I’ve tried it multiple times, multiple ways.. I just don’t like..." + (show)
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Hi. I agree with @johnbishop. I’ve tried it multiple times, multiple ways.. I just don’t like the way that I feel. But CBD does help me way better. I don’t know if I’m allowed to mention brand names in here. If yes, message me and I’ll tell you the BEST CBD I’ve found and it’s taken forever.

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Ok, great! This is the brand I found and it’s actually pretty amazing. You can google it.

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felicelinda | @felicelinda | Oct 20, 2024
In reply to @mrsr1234 "Hi. I agree with @johnbishop. I’ve tried it multiple times, multiple ways.. I just don’t like..." + (show)
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Hi. I agree with @johnbishop. I’ve tried it multiple times, multiple ways.. I just don’t like the way that I feel. But CBD does help me way better. I don’t know if I’m allowed to mention brand names in here. If yes, message me and I’ll tell you the BEST CBD I’ve found and it’s taken forever.

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Please let me know which CBD you are taking. Thank you so much!

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daisy17 | @daisy17 | Oct 20, 2024
In reply to @mrsr1234 "Hi. I agree with @johnbishop. I’ve tried it multiple times, multiple ways.. I just don’t like..." + (show)
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Hi. I agree with @johnbishop. I’ve tried it multiple times, multiple ways.. I just don’t like the way that I feel. But CBD does help me way better. I don’t know if I’m allowed to mention brand names in here. If yes, message me and I’ll tell you the BEST CBD I’ve found and it’s taken forever.

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Do these gummies relieve your pain and, if so, how much do they help? Also, how many do you take a day? thanks.

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mrsr1234 | @mrsr1234 | Oct 20, 2024
In reply to @daisy17 "Do these gummies relieve your pain and, if so, how much do they help? Also, how..." + (show)
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Do these gummies relieve your pain and, if so, how much do they help? Also, how many do you take a day? thanks.

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Hi, yes! I was surprised but yes, they relieved my pain way better than most anything else I’ve tried in a long time. I only took them as directed on the bottle: once daily.
Hope this helps!

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raebaby | @raebaby | Oct 20, 2024

I buy various CBD products from Lazarus Naturals. You can get some with a small amount of THC. You don't need a prescription and they have a program for low income clients and Veteran's that gives 40 to 60 percent off. I have peripheral neuropathy and scoliosis that it helps. You can call them on the phone and they are very good about giving information.

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