Cannabis & Pain
Better Days, Less "White-Knuckling"
Pain isn't just physical — it affects sleep, mood, and energy. Many patients use medical cannabis as part of a broader plan to improve quality of life, especially when traditional options aren't enough or come with heavy side effects.
Types of pain patients commonly report help with
- Nerve pain (neuropathic)
- Inflammation-related pain
- Musculoskeletal pain
- Migraine and headache patterns (varies widely)
What "success" often looks like
- Improved sleep (which improves pain tolerance)
- Less "flare intensity"
- Better mobility and daily functioning
- Reduced reliance on some medications (patient-specific)
Formats matter
Inhaled (vape): faster onset, easier to adjust in small steps
Oral (edibles/capsules): longer-lasting, slower onset
Topicals: localized support — best for surface-level, joint, or muscle areas
Patient-friendly tips
- Track pain score + sleep + activity (patterns matter more than one day)
- If using edibles: go slow — onset can take longer than people expect
- Many people do best with a consistent routine rather than "only when it's unbearable"
⚠ Safety Notes
- Don't drive while impaired
- Mixing cannabis with alcohol or sedatives can increase dizziness and fall risk
- If you're older or sensitive, extra-cautious dosing matters
What kind of relief are you looking for?
Tap one to learn which format patients often prefer.
Quick Pain Check-In
Use this as a daily check — tracking patterns over time is where the real insight lives.
Tip: Tracking both pain and sleep together often reveals patterns your provider can use to help fine-tune your approach.
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