What is Medical Marijuana?
Medical marijuana has been approved for medicinal use under Pennsylvania state law since 2016. Chronic pain is one of the more than twenty-three approved conditions in the United States that may benefit from cannabis-based therapy. According to the Centers for Disease Control, over 50 million Americans struggle with some form of chronic pain.
Conditions Treated with Medical Cannabis
There are many conditions that cause chronic pain and may be treated with medical cannabis. These include:
Multiple Sclerosis
Terminal Illness/Cancer
HIV/AIDS
Parkinson’s Disease
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Sickle Cell Anemia
Crohn’s Disease
Neuropathies
Spinal Cord Injury
Neurodegenerative Disc Disease
If you suffer from any of these, cannabis-based care could be an effective way to help manage your pain.
Benefits of Cannabis in Pain Management
In recent years, cannabis has become a popular option for pain relief. It offers several neurological and nervous system benefits such as reducing anxiety and inflammation. It may also reduce the body’s ability to perceive and process pain signals, helping patients find relief.
A Safer Alternative to Opiates
Unlike opioids, cannabis-based treatment does not carry the same harmful side effects. It has a minimal risk of overdose and is considered a safer alternative for managing chronic pain. To date, there have been no reported fatal overdoses from medical cannabis. However, it should never be used while driving or operating heavy machinery.
Methods of Using Medical Cannabis
A common misconception is that the only way to use cannabis for pain management is by smoking it. In reality, several other forms are available that may be easier or more suitable:
Pill
Oil
Tincture
Liquid
Vaporizer
Our Approach at Pennsylvania Pain and Spine Institute
At the Pennsylvania Pain and Spine Institute, our doctors work closely with each patient to develop the best treatment plan. All our physicians are fellowship-trained in physical medicine, rehabilitation, and the medical application of cannabis. We recommend seeing your doctor every three months to adjust dosage and form as needed.
Our team is skilled in advanced procedures that support patients suffering from chronic pain. For more information on the treatments we offer, visit our Treatment Page.
To learn more about the Pennsylvania State Medical Marijuana Program, please visit the official program guide.
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