Crohn’s / IBS and Medical Marijuana Many people with digestive conditions like Crohn’s disease (an inflammatory bowel disease) and IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) explore medical marijuana, primarily THC, sometimes combined with CBD, to help manage symptoms and improve quality of…
Traumatic Brain Injury and Medical Marijuana Medical marijuana has helped many people living with a traumatic brain injury, or TBI, manage symptoms and improve quality of life. In plain terms, it doesn’t “fix” the brain injury, but it may make…
Terminal Illness, Hospice, and Medical Marijuana In terminal illness and hospice care, the primary focus is comfort, dignity, and quality of life. Medical marijuana (cannabis, THC) does not cure serious illness or replace hospice services, but some patients use it…
Spasticity and Medical Marijuana Spasticity, where muscles become stiff, tight, or difficult to control, and can result in muscle spasms, pain, cramping, reduced mobility, and sleep disruption. Spasticity is common in neurologic conditions such as multiple sclerosis (MS), spinal cord…
Seizure Disorders and Medical Marijuana Seizures and epilepsy can range from occasional episodes to frequent, life‑disrupting events that affect safety, independence, sleep, mood, and overall quality of life. Medical marijuana, or THC, is an umbrella term that can include many…
PTSD and Medical Marijuana Post‑traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can affect mood, sleep, concentration, relationships, and overall quality of life. Common symptoms include intrusive memories, hypervigilance, anxiety, irritability, avoidance behaviors, and nightmares. Medical marijuana (cannabis used under medical care) and CBD…
Peripheral Neuropathy and Medical Marijuana Peripheral neuropathy happens when nerves outside the brain and spinal cord are damaged or irritated. It can cause burning, tingling, numbness, “pins and needles,” electric‑like pain, sensitivity to touch, and sometimes weakness or balance problems.…
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and Medical Marijuana Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic condition that affects the brain and spinal cord and can cause symptoms such as muscle tightness, spasms, pain, fatigue, and sleep disruption. THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) and CBD (cannabidiol) are…
Chronic Pain and Medical Marijuana Chronic pain can come from many causes, including arthritis, inflammation, back and neck problems, nerve pain like neuropathy and sciatica, migraine/headache disorders, fibromyalgia, as well as pain related to past injuries or surgeries. Cannabis products…
Cancer and Medical Marijuana Cancer and its treatments can cause a wide range of symptoms that affect comfort, daily function, and quality of life. THC and CBD, CBN, and CBG are cannabinoids found in Marijuana. They do not cure cancer,…
Autism and Medical Marijuana Autism spectrum disorder, or ASD, is a neurodevelopmental condition that can affect communication, sensory processing, behavior, and daily functioning. THC and CBD are cannabinoids found in cannabis, also known as the Marijuana plant. These do not…
Neuro-Degenerative Diseases like Alzheimer’s and other Dementias THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) is a cannabinoid found in cannabis. In Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, THC is not a cure and it does not reverse cognitive decline. However, some patients may experience symptom relief…