Can CBD Oil be Used for Pain Management?

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When chronic pain comes knocking, some people resort to Cannabidiol (CBD) oil as a way of management.

Because it can reduce inflammation, pain, and general malaise associated with some health concerns, CBD oil makes for a dependable option.

This chemical: naturally found in cannabis Sativa and related hemp plants is called, cannabinoid, and it differs from the other THC (a different cannabinoid that causes the euphoric feeling we know about)

In recent years, there have been several research studies on CBD oil, and the outcomes have shown tremendous success in the management of pain.

It provides an alternative to opioids because most people who suffer from chronic pain tend to stay hooked on opioid medications, which could be extremely dangerous to their health.

However, more research is currently being carried out to provide more evidence pointing to its pain-relieving abilities.

Unlike other medications which have been regulated for purity and dosage, CBD products have not yet been approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Should you desire to try CBD oil products, consider discussing it with your doctor to check if it is suitable for your health condition.

Below are some promising benefits of CBD oil:

Relives chronic pain

Research studies have shown that CBD can interact with the immune system, and brain receptors (protein molecules attached to your cell whose main role, is the reception of chemical stimuli, and aiding of cell response to these stimuli).

Hence, the creation of anti-inflammatory, and analgesic effects that aid pain management.

In other words, CBD oil can benefit people with chronic pain.

In a review that assessed the chronic pain-relieving potentials of CBD oil, researchers arrived at a conclusion that showed, CBD is an effective option in pain management.

In addition, it was observed, that insomnia was checked when CBD oil was administered to people suffering from chronic pain- understandably so!

Furthermore, people who had multiple sclerosis (MS) got some relief from CBD oil. Is this not fascinating?

Relieves arthritic pain

In 2016, researchers who were involved in a study applied CBD gel on arthritic rats for 4 consecutive days and observed a reduction in inflammation, and pain in the joints of the rats that were affected.

Could this not be suggestive of future arthritic therapies?

Perhaps more research studies related to humans would be needed here. What do you think?

Cancer treatment relief

Some people who have cancer use CBD oil.

In some research studies that involved mice, there were reductions in cancerous tumors.

Moreover, research studies involving humans, have not only shown the effective role of CBD oil in the management of pain related to cancer but have demonstrated its therapeutic potential in cancer treatment as well,

In a research study, by the National Cancer Institute (NCI), a combination of CBD oil and opioids was orally introduced (sprayed in the mouth), and the results were astonishing!

Yes, it revealed, that pain management was better with CBD oil, and it was also a potential therapeutic option in relieving symptoms associated with chemotherapy.

Possible side effects

Although side effects are possible, CBD oil poses minimal risks for users as follows:

• Irritability
• Challenges related to sleeping
• Nausea

When it comes to withdrawal symptoms, they are rare, and even more so as compared to opioids which could be seriously addictive.

Due to possible adverse effects on brain development, the NCI warns against the use of CCD in children.

Note:

Generally, researchers hold, that in the absence of substantial conclusive data in support of

CBD oil products, still stand as the preferred option for pain management, because of their vast potential.

For many people who suffer from chronic pain, CBD oil helps relieve their pain without any fear of dependence or intoxication. How about that?

Not all versions of CBD oils are the same.

Some are more effective than others, and more research is needed of course!

You can find CBD oil through online outlets.

In places where its usage is legal, you can find them in clinics.