{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-question-tags-template-js","path":"/question-tag/chronic-pain/3","result":{"data":{"allQuestion":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Question_7646-markdown","title":"Does Israel consider chronic pain to be a reason to obtain a medical marijuana ID card?","slug":"does-israel-consider-chronic-pain-to-be-a-reason-to-obtain-a-medical-marijuana-id-card","content":"\n_____________________\nNo, According to The State of Israel Ministry of Health official website, the following are the only qualifying conditions: cancer, AIDS, multiple sclerosis, Crohn’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, Tourette’s syndrome, and other terminal illnesses. Post-traumatic stress disorders have recently been added to the list of diseases qualifying. \n\nFor more information visit https://www.health.gov.il/English/Services/Citizen_Services/Pages/kanabis.aspx\n\ntatiananp","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10556-markdown","title":"What would be the recommended ratio of CBD to THC in a marijuana tincture to alleviate chronic pain? ","slug":"what-would-be-the-recommended-ratio-of-cbd-to-thc-in-a-marijuana-tincture-to-alleviate-chronic-pain","content":"\"Should I use a CBD:THC tincture of 20:1, 3:1 or 1:1? Thank you!\"\n_____________________\nI have had alot of members tell me that a 3:1 or 1:1 CBD/THC tincture is the best for their chronic pain. Some people have had success with a 20:1 but in my opinion a higher THC works well with the CBD. If you try a 1:1 ratio, you might have some psychoactive effects but probably mild, so try taking a number of small doses rather than one large dose.  It really is an individual thing, as everyone responds differently so don't be afraid to experiement.\n\nPiantaTinta","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10215-markdown","title":"Can I legally purchase marijuana in South Carolina?","slug":"can-i-legally-purchase-marijuana-in-south-carolina","content":"\"I have fibromyalgia and chronic pain.\"\n_____________________\nThe only cannabis that is allowed in South Carolina at this time would be the \nHemp CBD's for only patient's who have terminal or potentially chronic life threatening illnesses and it appears that all other attempts to legalize medical marijuana for a qualified patient with a prescription from a licensed Physician was rejected by South Carolina Senate, just last year, 2016. At this time it's not legal for you to purchase, possess or use marijuana in South Carolina.\nYou do have legal organizations in South Carolina that are trying to get the laws passed for the citizens in South Carolina so I encourage you to join one of those groups.\n\ndrolson","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10195-markdown","title":"Does chronic pain qualify me for medical cannabis in New York?","slug":"does-chronic-pain-qualify-me-for-medical-cannabis-in-new-york","content":"\n_____________________\nYes. Based on the findings of a two-year report on the \"Medical Use of Marijuana Under the Compassionate Care Act\" by the New York Department of Health, chronic pain was added to the list of conditions that qualify someone for access to medical cannabis in March 2017. Chronic pain is defined as \"any severe debilitating pain that the practitioner determines degrades health and functional capability; where the patient has contraindications\" (meaning the patient has a specific condition/situation in which a therapy normally recommended to manage chronic pain shouldn't be used because it may be harmful to that patient), \"has experienced intolerable side effects, or has experienced failure of one or more previously tried therapeutic options; and where there is documented medical evidence of such pain having lasted three months or more beyond onset, or the practitioner reasonably anticipates such pain to last three months or more beyond onset.\"\n\nannapoulin\n_____________________\nHi there! Chronic pain was added to the list of conditions that qualify someone to access medical cannabis in March 2017. Chronic pain can be defined as \"any severe debilitating pain that the practitioner determines degrades health and functional capability; where the patient has contraindications (meaning the patient has a specific condition/situation in which a therapy normally recommended to manage chronic pain shouldn't be used because it may be harmful to that patient); has experienced intolerable side effects, or has experienced failure of one or more previously tried therapeutic options; and where there is documented medical evidence of such pain having last three months or more beyond onset, or the practitioner reasonably anticipates such pain to last three months or more beyond onset.\"\n\n\nSource: http://www.health.ny.gov/press/releases/2017/2017-03-16_medical_marijuana_enhancements.htm\n\nVeronicaB\n_____________________\nYes. Based on the findings of a two-year report on the \"Medical Use of Marijuana Under the Compassionate Care Act\" by the New York Department of Health, chronic pain was added to the list of conditions that qualify someone for access to medical cannabis in March 2017. Chronic pain is defined as \"any severe debilitating pain that the practitioner determines degrades health and functional capability; where the patient has contraindications\" (meaning the patient has a specific condition/situation in which a therapy normally recommended to manage chronic pain shouldn't be used because it may be harmful to that patient), \"has experienced intolerable side effects, or has experienced failure of one or more previously tried therapeutic options; and where there is documented medical evidence of such pain having lasted three months or more beyond onset, or the practitioner reasonably anticipates such pain to last three months or more beyond onset.\"\n\nannapoulin","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10129-markdown","title":"Which legalized states allow distribution of thc/cbd oil or other form for chronic pain? ","slug":"which-legalized-states-allow-distribution-of-thc-cbd-oil-or-other-form-for-chronic-pain","content":"\n_____________________\nOils are available in New York. Every state is different with the various forms that can be given medically.\n\ndrpersaud","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10009-markdown","title":"How do you get a medical marijuana card in New York state?","slug":"how-do-you-get-a-medical-marijuana-card-in-new-york-state","content":"\"What are the qualifying conditions?\"\n_____________________\nThe best place to start would be here......\nhttps://www.health.ny.gov/regulations/medical_marijuana/patients/\n\nandrewvanmd\n_____________________\nThere are four main steps to obtaining a medical marijuana card in New York. \n\n1. Find a registered practitioner. In New York, only doctors and licensed nurse practitioners that are registered with the state's medical marijuana program can issue cannabis certifications.\n\n2. Have a qualifying condition. Only patients with one of these serious, debilitating, or life-threatening conditions may qualify for medical marijuana: cancer, HIV-positive or AIDS, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis (MS), damage to the nervous tissue of the spinal cord with objective neurological indication of intractable spasticity, epilepsy, inflammatory bowel disease (IBS), neuropathy, chronic pain as defined by 10 NYCRR ss 1004.2(a)(i)(xi), or Huntington's disease. Patients must also have one of the following associated or complicating conditions: cachexia (wasting syndrome), severe or chronic pain, severe nausea, seizures, or severe or persistent muscle spasms.\n\n3. Register. Once certified by a registered practitioner that you qualify for a medical marijuana certification, you need to register on the New York State Medical Marijuana Program's website. You'll need to provide proof your identity and residency. Once your registration is processed, you will be mailed a registry identification card. \n\nOnce you have completed these steps, you will be able to visit a registered marijuana dispensing facility to purchase medical marijuana products. \n\nIt's important to note that New York does not accept medical marijuana certifications or recommendations from other states.\n\nashleigh\n_____________________\nIn NYS, you must have one of the 11 qualifying conditions to be approved for a medical marijuana recommendation.  You must then be certified by a registered medical marijuana practitioner. Upon certification, you must login to https://my.ny.gov/ and click on the \"Health Applications\" icon and then click on the \"Medical Marijuana Data Management System\" link to register. Patients who do not have a ny.gov account will need to click the \"Don't Have An Account\" button to create a personal ny.gov ID before proceeding. Patients will be required to provide proof of their identity and residency during the application process. Required documents can be found on the NYDOH website.\n\nwendynp","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_9950-markdown","title":"I started using CBD oil for chronic pain. Can it make pain worse for some users?","slug":"i-started-using-cbd-oil-for-chronic-pain-can-it-make-pain-worse-for-some-users","content":"\"I have tried different dosages, different brands, different times of the day as well as taking it orally vs vaping and my pain and stiffness are worse. I really want to not have to take opiates. Thank you! \n\"\n_____________________\nChronic pain is one of the most common reasons that people use cannabis. Most of the time a combination of CBD with THC has been found to be most effective. The entourage effect of both of the cannabinoids working together seems to give the best relief. The CBD alone may help with inflammation but adding some THC and slowly increasing the amount to get the desired pain relief would be the best way to go. There are different ratios of CBD:THC that are available either as a tincture or vape cartridge that can help with pain. Some are marketed and label specifically for chronic pain but you need start with a low amount and again, slowly increase since everyone reacts differently.\n\nPerry Solomon, MD\n_____________________\nHave you ever felt sick to your stomach after taking CBD oil? \n\n\n\namanda0115","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_9783-markdown","title":"Chronic pain in my back and PMR","slug":"chronic-pain-in-my-back-and-pmr","content":"\"I crushed my t12 in my spine 2 yrs ago and have chronic pain in my back. I  also have PMR which is polymyalgia ruematica.  Would cannabis help? \"\n_____________________\nPMR has an underlying inflammatory mechanism, so yes CBD in particular can help reduce inflammation and the associated pain.  Cannabis, through the CB2 receptor, has also been shown to promote bone formation in laboratory studies, but the clinical effects in humans isn't known.  You could certainly try a high-CBD product, and even try a topical applied to your back and shoulders, which can have pain-relieving effects.\n\ndrbultman","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_9638-markdown","title":"First time using a tincture","slug":"first-time-using-a-tincture","content":"\"My dr recommended a tincture for me. I purchased a tincture with the brand-name Honey  B (100% CBD)  it recommends using half a dropper to start. However I saw other recommendations for tincture to only use a couple of drops. Since this is my first time using a tincture for chronic pain I am looking for dosing recommendations. Thank you \"\n_____________________\nIt is hard to answer not knowing the concentration. You mentioned 100% cbd. Which means there is no active thc. I suggest you start with a few drops and document the results. If you have no change at a small dose then continue to increase your does gradually until you achieve the desired effect. Cbd is not going to make you feel high so it is going to require some trial and error to discover your best dose.\n\ndjsms","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_9635-markdown","title":"What are my chances of getting a card in Michigan? I suffer from chronic pain fro arthritis and inflammation ","slug":"what-are-my-chances-of-getting-a-card-in-michigan-i-suffer-from-chronic-pain-fro-arthritis-and-inflammation","content":"\n_____________________\nHere are the current conditions that will qualify you for medical cannabis in Michigan:\n\nAlzheimer's disease\nAmyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis\nCachexia or wasting syndrome\nCancer\nChronic pain\nCrohn's disease\nGlaucoma\nHIV or AIDS\nHepatitis C\nNail patella\nNausea\nPost-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)\nSeizures\nSevere and persistent muscle spasms\n\nryan","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_9614-markdown","title":"I'm looking for pain control following major joint surgery that will include bone screws. ","slug":"im-looking-for-pain-control-following-major-joint-surgery-that-will-include-bone-screws","content":"\"My job will do random testing.  My customers are international and abide by Federal rather than state law.  I need pain treatment that will not remain long in my system but will be sufficient to cover surgical pain from a joint reconstruction.  I'm allergic to all prescribed pain meds and anti-inflammatory drugs. I manage my chronic pain but surgery is a different animal.  \"\n_____________________\nCannabis is indeed a viable alternative to opioids to help treat post operative pain. The only issue will be that any type of use except for topicals may show up in your urine if they test for THC. Depending on how frequently you would use it, and then stop, it can take up to 30 days for the THC to be undetected in your urine. If you use a patch that has plastic on the outside, the absorption can also become systemic and THC can still show up in your urine due to to the backing forcing all of the cannabis ointment into your system. \nA topical that is just rubbed onto the skin without any covering should not be systemically absorbed in quantities enough to appear in your urine.\n\nPerry Solomon, MD","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7493-markdown","title":"Herniated L4-L5 discs with moderate chronic pain","slug":"herniated-l4-l5-discs-with-moderate-chronic-pain","content":"\"My 62 year old brother is 5 years into a Parkinson's Disease diagnosis. He is stable for now while being treated by a neurologist with PD medications. However, his herniated discs give his constant pain. After two years of steroid injections, their effectiveness seems to be waning. Would a salve, lotion, or patch help with his pain?\"\n_____________________\nA salve, lotion, or patch could help with his pain. Many find topicals effective for back pain as they interact the cannabinoid receptors in your skin that help to control pain and inflammation. When patients add THC, THC-A, and CBD preparations to the affected area, they find it reduces the swelling and pain response of the area, providing a good deal of relief. \n\nPersonally, I use topicals everyday for my back pain. I do not go through anything as serious as your husband, but my own disks are not so great and topicals really help me to mitigate my pain.\n\nryan","image":null}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":24,"numPages":6,"currentPage":3,"id":5114,"name":"Chronic Pain","slug":"chronic-pain","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}