Can Joint Pain Be Treated With Medicinal Cannabis?
Although the analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties of cannabidiol have been known to science for a long time, this subject reappears in the media at some frequency, warming up discussions about Medicinal cannabis and chronic pain. One example was when in June 2020 the actor William Shatner, Captain Kirk of Star Wars, said he took […]
Medicinal cannabis in the management of post-COVID-19 syndrome
Fatigue, insomnia, headaches, anxiety, depression and difficulties in memory, focus and attention are some of the symptoms commonly reported by patients after COVID-19infection. This condition is due to an exaggerated immune response of the body to the virus, which leads to imbalance in the production of inflammatory cytokines inflamatórias – proteins of the immune […]
Medical Cannabis in the Integrative Medicine practice
The Integrative Medicine is the practice that reaffirms the importance of the relationship between the patient and the health professional. The therapy is based on the consideration of all the aspects that interfere in the quality of life and well-being of people. In this regard, the understanding of how the Endocannabinoid System (ECS) works […]
Depression: is there room for treatment with medical cannabis?
Although research on the treatment of depression with medical cannabis is still preliminary, there are promising scientific indications that phytocannabinoids may assist in the control of depressive symptoms. In summary, the use of THC can produce both pro- and antidepressant effects, which are most likely dose-dependent (the higher the dose of THC, the greater […]
Can schizophrenia be treated with medical cannabis?
Although smoking Cannabis is known for its potential to induce acute psychotic symptoms, a context of medicinal use of cannabinoid derivatives is capable of relieving severe symptoms associated with schizophrenia and other psychoses. In this content, we will discuss the associations between Cannabis use and schizophrenia, bringing scientific evidence that proves the antipsychotic potential […]
Medical Cannabis in Dermatology: how can you improve your practice?
The therapeutic potential of cannabinoid derivatives is widely explored in the treatment of chronic pain and neurodegenerative diseasesHowever, the studies of Cannabis in the dermatological practice are still incipient, but indicate the attributes of the plant as an anti-inflammatory component associated with skin fibrosis, à wound healingand fight against acneamong other conditions, such as […]
Terpenes: learn about the therapeutic benefits of Cannabis beyond cannabinoids
Although CBD, (cannabidiol) and THC (tetrahidrocanabinol) are the best-known chemical elements of Cannabis chemovars, these are only two of the more than 500 chemical compounds that this plant brings together. Among them are more than 120 terpenes which represent an ample therapeutic arsenal, interacting with the cannabinoids in such a way as to potentiate […]
Guide to Medical Cannabis in the Elderly
Chronic pain associated with osteoarthritis and osteoarthrosis and neurodegenerative disorders such as Parkinson’s disease and dementia from Alzheimer’s are examples of conditions frequently found in the elderly. There is a close relationship between advancing age and imbalance in Endocannabinoid System, which can facilitate the onset and progression of said diseases. Therefore, we highlight in […]
Cannabis medicinal e bem-estar: conectando conceitos na Medicina Integrativa
Os efeitos da Cannabis medicinal para o bem-estar e qualidade de vida do paciente estão totalmente alinhados aos princípios da Medicina Integrativa. Pesquisas científicas evidenciam que o Endocannabinoid System está envolvido em diversas funções fisiológicas, como controle do apetite, balanço energético, neuroproteção, modulação da dor, respostas inflamatórias e imunológicas. Neste conteúdo, vamos trazer as […]
Medical Cannabis as an adjuvant therapeutic tool in the management of psychiatric disorders
When psychiatric disorders and cannabis are mentioned in the same sentence, the association is usually negative. However, as you delve deeper into the scientific knowledge about the therapeutic properties of the different chemical elements of this plant, you will see that there can be a greatly beneficial relationship for patients with several psychiatric disorders. […]