06/17/2019
Seniors are the fastest growing demographic for medical cannabis, according to a recent University of Colorado study. But the trend isn’t as unusual as it might sound. Many people in this age group deal with issues such as joint inflammation, chronic pain, insomnia, muscle spasms, decrea Read More
04/22/2019
The most common type of chronic pain is musculoskeletal pain, especially in the joints and back. And the most common cause of joint pain is arthritis, which affects more than 50 million adults in the U.S. It limits physical activity and is a leading cause of disability. The most common sit Read More
04/04/2019
Now that 33 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico have legalized medical marijuana, there’s an increased demand for answers about it: How safe is it? What are the long-term effects? Does it kill brain cells and cause a spike in teen pot smoking? For years, it was difficult Read More
12/10/2018
Cannabis has long been used to treat a variety of ailments from chronic pain to inflammation to headaches. However, there’s far more to using marijuana for pain relief than sparking up a joint and going about your day. When it comes to maximizing the benefits of cannabis, you should cons Read More
04/24/2018
Arthritis is a broad term that covers more than 100 different related conditions. Simply put, it’s joint inflammation that occurs in the connective tissue, joints and the tissue that surrounds these areas. Arthritis isn’t a respecter of person — it can affect anyone of any age, gende Read More
02/14/2018
Sjogren’s syndrome is an immune system disorder that causes dry eyes and dry mouth as the immune system attacks the glands that produce tears and saliva. Although it’s possible to live a life with minimal treatment for this condition, there is a risk of other immune disorders develop Read More
11/21/2017
The most common cause of disability in America is arthritis. Millions of Americans experience this disorder. As the baby boomer generation enters their golden years, the number of arthritis patients will continue to climb. There are more than 100 different types of arthritis, and the com Read More
11/21/2017
If you or a loved one has received a psoriatic arthritis diagnosis, you likely want to learn as much as you can about treatment. You can be better prepared to manage symptoms and lead a more comfortable and fulfilling life when you have a good understanding of the condition. As an often-p Read More
11/21/2017
Millions of individuals worldwide are suffering from severe post-traumatic arthritis symptoms. Symptoms range from swelling to tenderness and joint stiffness to severe pain — all issues medical marijuana and post-traumatic arthritis can treat. What Is Post-Traumatic Arthritis? Post-t Read More
11/20/2017
For patients suffering from painful inflammation characteristic of arthritis, medical cannabis is a great option to help keep that inflammation under control. Research has suggested that medical cannabis can help manage not just the common symptoms of arthritis, but also the side effects o Read More
