Endocannabinoid system: what is it, and why you need to know it
The use of cannabis for medical purposes has a millennial origin. However, until the last century, little was scientifically known about it. Researchers began to unravel the broad therapeutic potential of this plant only in the early 1990s and found the endocannabinoid system to be the contributing factor. The endocannabinoid system is a vital […]
Global medical cannabis market: understanding its growth potential
Since the scientific discoveries about the endocannabinoid system, the global medical cannabis market is driven by several sectors. Of these, the most impacted are the pharmaceutical industry, clinical testing laboratories, and universities and research centers. Although the therapeutic properties of cannabis and benefits of the interaction of phytocannabinoids with the endocannabinoid system are not new, […]
Acupuncture and the Endocannabinoid System
Although acupuncture has ancient oriental roots, it was only in the 1970s that this technique started gaining momentum in the West, spurring scientific research that linked acupuncture to the relief from various symptoms. Some examples include nausea and vomiting from chemotherapy, chronic pain, muscle pain, and migraine headaches. Acupuncture involves inserting needles into specific points […]
What to look for in medical training on the endocannabinoid system
The recent discovery of the endocannabinoid system has motivated numerous scientific investigations worldwide. This system, which has been present in all vertebrate animals for hundreds of thousands of years, plays a vital regulatory role in all physiological and pathological processes in humans. Therefore, the demand for medical training on the endocannabinoid system is growing in […]
Learn about the medical attributes of THC and its therapeutic properties
Misinformation precedes prejudice. Unaware of the medical attributes of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), several segments of the industry, the media, and even medical colleagues discriminate against the medical use of this phytocannabinoid. Psychoactivity versus psychotoxicity in the use of THC The confusion between these two concepts is often the major contributor to the fear of physicians in […]
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD): Discover the therapeutic potential of cannabis
Studies on medical cannabis indicate that the relationship between cannabis and PTSD can be therapeutically advantageous as long as qualified products are used. A contextualized therapeutic strategy is used for each patient. More details are provided below. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD): diagnosis and treatment Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) consists of intense and dysfunctional […]
Prescriptive concepts of cannabis products in anxiety disorders
One of the primary clinical indications for cannabis is in the treatment of anxiety. Several studies have demonstrated the therapeutic potential of cannabis, especially extracts that combine the phytocannabinoids CBD (cannabidiol) and THC (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol), in controlling anxiety disorders. In this post, we will talk more about these substances and list the key prescriptive concepts for […]
Learn about the three main chemovars of Cannabis
The Cannabis plant is native to the Eurasian region, more precisely to Central Asia, northern India, and western China. Cannabis can easily adapt to different altitudes, soil types, and climatic zones, easing its wide dissemination worldwide. Contrary to what many people think, the greatest therapeutic potential of the plant is in its flower and […]
Medical cannabis in the elderly: understanding the therapeutic potential in the elderly
Chronic pain, inflammatory processes, and neuropsychiatric disorders are examples of conditions that we commonly associate with aging. Although these conditions are not exclusive to the elderly, a close relationship exists between advancing age and imbalance in the endocannabinoid system, which can facilitate the onset and progression of these diseases. Therefore, we highlight the therapeutic […]
Cannabis and Anvisa: what is and what is not allowed in Brazil?
A new cannabis-based product was authorized by Anvisa on May 2021 for medicinal use. With so many recent news, it is common for physicians to get confused about what can be produced and traded in Brazil. To clarify how authorizations work and what is currently in effect, we produced this article to facilitate the […]