The
fact that many U.S. states have legalized the use of medical
marijuana means they have acknowledged its numerous medical benefits.
Unfortunately, whether or not it is indeed effective in treating
symptoms of arthritis remains a hot topic for debate. Arthritis is
the inflammation of one or more joints, resulting in pain, swelling,
and restricted movement. The Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention (CDC) states that arthritis is the most common cause of
disability in the United States, affecting more than 21 million
adults.
The
belief that medical marijuana helps relieve arthritic symptoms is
nothing new, although it has certainly garnered a lot of attention in
recent years. A Chinese text ca. 2000 BC documented the use of
cannabis to treat rheumatism. Thousands of years later, numerous
modern studies have established medical marijuana's benefits for
people who suffer from arthritic pain.
A
January 2006 article published in the journal Rheumatology
reported
that based on research conducted by D.R. Blake and his group,
cannabis-based
medicine improved patients' sleep quality and enhanced their
movements. For arthritis sufferers who wish to explore their
treatment options with medical marijuana, it's best to consult with a
qualified doctor first and find out about the laws governing medical
marijuana use in each state.
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