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Newest firstCannabinoids have gained increasing attention as potential therapeutic agents in chronic pain management. Their mechanisms of action, mediated through CB1 and CB2 receptors, provide a pharmacological alternative to conventional analgesics. The evidence is strongest for neuropathic pain and multiple sclerosis-related spasticity, while the results for fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis, and musculoskeletal pain remain inc…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background Medical cannabis (MC) is being used with greater frequency in the management of chronic pain. While its efficacy in pain relief is promising, questions about patterns of use and efficacy warrant further investigation. This study aimed to evaluate long-term MC use patterns, perceived efficacy, and its impact on cognition among patients with chronic musculoskeletal noncancer pain. Methods This prospective…
Keloids are benign fibroproliferative lesions that may develop after trauma or infection, including chickenpox, and can cause chronic pain and functional impairment. Although lidocaine infusions have demonstrated efficacy in treating various neuropathic pain syndromes, their use for keloid-associated pain has not been well described. We present a case of a 45-year-old female with chronic, intractable generalized b…
Open article record in new tab ↗Introduction Chronic pain is a pervasive health issue in the United States, affecting up to 50 million adults and contributing to a substantial economic burden. The worsening opioid crisis has increased the need for nonopiate, nonaddictive alternatives to pain management. Cannabidiol (CBD) has recently garnered attention for its potential analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties without addictive or dependence p…
Open article record in new tab ↗Chronic pain is prevalent and challenging to treat. Cannabinoids, in particular cannabidiol (CBD), have been evaluated as analgesics without the issues of tolerance or dependence. Side effects tend to be mild and infrequent. These products have multiple routes of administration and composition, and some are available over the counter, allowing pain patients to self-medicate. Most self-medicated CBD are plant-deriv…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background and Objectives As the medical community seeks alternative pain management strategies, cannabinoids have emerged as a potential option. This review discusses the role of cannabinoids in chronic pain management and their potential as an alternative treatment in pain medicine, focusing on efficacy, safety, and possible opioid reduction. The objectives are to evaluate the efficacy and safety of cannabinoids…
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