CBD has been shown to help alleviate nerve-related pain, including anxiety and other conditions.
Finding and understanding how to use high-quality products are of utmost importance. Tinctures and oils are popular forms of ingestion; you simply place the liquid under your tongue (sublingual).
Tinctures
Tinctures are liquid herbal preparations made with alcohol that preserve the herb’s compounds, and usually come with a dropper to allow precise dosing. A typical recommended dosage should include one to two small full droppers taken sublingually before holding for several seconds to ensure optimal absorption.
Herbal tinctures have long been utilized to alleviate various pain-related conditions, from joint and muscle ache and inflammation, headaches, stress and anxiety to neuropathies by combatting oxidative stress and aiding natural healing processes.
Tinctures can be taken directly as needed or mixed into food or drinks and taken up to three times a day, depending on individual need. Because herbs can interact with conventional medications, it’s wise to consult a healthcare provider prior to adding any herbal supplements into your treatment plan. Common examples of herbs to avoid are St John’s Wort, Echinacea and Ginger as these may alter metabolism of certain SSRIs and increase bleeding risk when taken alongside blood-thinning drugs.
Oils
CBD oil has gained significant attention, yet more research needs to be conducted before definitive conclusions can be drawn about its efficacy in relieving pain. Doctors prescribe it for treating epilepsy and cancer; its variety includes pills you swallow, “tinctures” dropped under your tongue, vape cartridges you breathe in through, as well as creams used topically on skin.
Some studies demonstrate CBD’s potential in treating pain, particularly chronic pain. A systematic review revealed that more clinical trials must take place to gather sufficient evidence in order to recommend CBD with confidence.
Michigan Medicine researchers at the Chronic Pain and Fatigue Research Center are conducting research into medical cannabis as an opioid alternative for those suffering from arthritis pain or fibromyalgia, as well as its impact on muscle spasms like those seen in multiple sclerosis (MS). Listen in on News Break for their insights!
Lotions
CBD or THC creams are topical products you apply directly to the skin for pain relief. These creams interact with cannabinoid receptors in your body to provide immediate pain relief, often being more effective than oral pain medications in treating nerve pain such as peripheral neuropathy or multiple sclerosis.
Kush Queen offers this cream made of organic aloe juice for optimal absorption without leaving an oily or greasy feel, and also features menthol for cooling effect that some find comforting. Ideal for muscle and joint discomfort relief.
MNT only chooses CBD products with clearly stated THC and CBD amounts per serving, and which use ethically-sourced hemp that has third-party certifications to show they have been tested for pesticides, heavy metals and mold. MNT recommends not applying these products directly onto broken, irritated, or cut areas of skin; check the label for instructions on how best to store and use this product safely.
Creams
Creams can be custom compounded to deliver high local concentrations of medication for targeted relief. This delivery method reduces systemic absorption, side effects and interactions compared with oral medication; eliminating complications related to NSAIDs (GI irritation and ulcers) and opiates (constipation), while still offering powerful pain relief of neuromusculoskeletal conditions.
Creams may contain analgesics and/or antiseizure or antidepressant medications to quickly block pain signals to the brain, providing temporary relief of acute localized pain that does not persist or become chronic. They work best on acute localized pain which does not remain.
At Walter Reed, patients were divided into three groups based on the cause of localized pain: neuropathic due to illness or damage of nerves; nociceptive caused by tissue injuries like burns or sprains; and mixed pain (a combination of both types). Researchers prepared a variety of topical creams containing real compounds as well as placebos for each group.
