Top Ailments Treated with Medical Cannabis

by Aaron Bloom, Esq. | Sep 21, 2021 | Anxiety, Depression, Marijuana and Depressions, New York, PTSD

Assessing clinical cannabis research by each individual disease is not an effortless job. The effort to attain this information is restricted by the federal government’s ban on government-supported data collection on medical marijuana studies. This is due to the government’s current policies on marijuana which are changing over time, but we simply are not at a point where federal agencies will support marijuana usage even when it is medically beneficial. However, private clinical studies where users report their experiences are helping with numerous medical issues are prevalent. In fact, more private studies are being completed every day. The fact is, there are many medical diagnoses for which marijuana is helpful.Chronic pain
Over 600,000 Americans rely on cannabis to relieve chronic pain and has been scientifically proven to be effective. In contingent clinical trials, people who had severe health concerns saw decreased pain by 40 percent, based on NASEM report. Illnesses such as nerve pain from diabetes, spinal cord injury, HIV, cancer, chemotherapy, muscle and joint problems, rheumatoid arthritis, and multiple sclerosis.
Cannabis has been found to soothe arthritis based on current Canadian research. 79 percent of adults claimed arthritis was the number one reason they used cannabis in a 2019 Colorado review. If you are suffering from arthritis medical marijuana may be the answer you have been looking for.Insomnia
Improved sleep while on marijuana has been proven to be effective for people with sleep issues, this is especially helpful for older users not getting the amount of sleep their body needs. THC and CBD can work together for a better – deeper sleep. In particular, this works for people experiencing insomnia due to pain, sleep apnea, fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis, and anxiety.
Choosing cannabis for sleep can help you feel more energized upon waking up.

Depression, Anxiety, and PTSD
1 in 5 older adults benefited from cannabis improving down moods and calming long-term tension. Over 90 percent said cannabis helped their mood. Additionally, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has been noted as another top use of cannabis. Mental health data is limited at this time, but more information will be released soon. At a minimum, there are seven studies pertaining to cannabis towards anxiety and/or depression are in the works globally, as well as six studies for PTSD.

Micro studies and surveys suggest medical cannabis benefits those who suffer from depression. Positive results are seen quickly.

Chronic Pain, Insomnia, and Mental Health Issues are just some of the ailments that Medical Marijuana can help with. A full list of approved conditions that allow you to obtain your Medical Marijuana Certification can be found here.

Once you have your Medical Marijuana Certification, there are numerous benefits over Recreation Marijuana Access. Depending on which state you live in, the advantages can include lower or no taxes, delivery services, and more menu options at the dispensary. This is just a brief summary of the benefits.
If you are interested in seeing if Medical Marijuana can help you with your ailments reach out to Medwell Health and Wellness Centers and take advantage of the perks of having a Licensed Medical Marijuana Card.

Aaron Bloom, Esq.

Aaron Bloom serves as the CEO, overseeing the mission and growth of DocMJ and Medwell Health and Wellness Centers. Aaron’s passion for improving patients’ lives comes from his background in health care. For more than 20 years, Aaron owned, operated, and represented traditional healthcare organizations. This experience created a passion for finding improved ways to relieve suffering. His goal as CEO is to work daily to relieve all patients who seek better health and wellness through the medicinal benefits of medical cannabis and evidence-based alternative medicines.