Arthritis and Medical Marijuana

“Arthritis pain is one of the most common reasons for persons using Medical Herbal Cannabis in North America. Severe arthritis is the condition listed in more than 50% of all Cannabis authorizations in Canada (2014).” Canadian Government.

Rheumatoid Arthritis is an inflammatory disorder where confused immune cells constantly attack the joints and surrounding tissues causing swelling, pain and damage. Not so widely known, this condition can afflict the skin, eyes, blood vessels and nerves as well.

Osteoarthritis is a separate condition that results from inadequate maintenance of cells and repair through wear and tear. In this condition, scar tissue and bone build up and nerves rub on bone resulting in PAIN and inflammation.

Both Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoarthritis can be severely debilitating. Medical Cannabis is commonly prescribed or recommended - for all forms of Arthritis - wherever it is legal.

"Scientists at the University of Nottingham found that Cannabinoids in Medical Cannabis showed great promise in treating osteoarthritis, especially during early stages".

Symptoms

Tender, warm, swollen, stiff joints
Loss of motion
Boney and scar tissue buildup
Pain, pain, pain

Top 5 Medications for Arthritis 2015

Methotrexate
Celebrex
Plaquenil
Enbrel
Humira
Prednisone

How Arthritis Drug Side Effects Cause Death - Information and Statistics

Methotrexate Warnings and Toxic Side Effects: Watch for dry cough, shortness of breath;diarrhea, vomiting, white patches or sores inside your mouth or on your lips;blood in your urine or stools;swelling, rapid weight gain, little or no urinating;seizure (convulsions);fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms; pale skin, easy bruising, unusual bleeding, weakness, feeling light-headed or short of breath;liver problems - nausea, upper stomach pain, itching, tired feeling, followed by a red or purple skin rash that spreads (especially in the face or upper body) and causes blistering and peeling. Common methotrexate side effects may include:vomiting, upset stomach;headache, dizziness, tired feeling; or blurred vision. Source: www.drugs.com

MMJ Doctors - MMJ & Arthritis

A pole of Californian Doctors revealed that only 1 out of 4 know that cannabinoids work wonders for many arthritis patients. In the State of California, there are about 100,000 licensed physicians, with 25 thousand-ish knowing something or a lot about MMJ.

“Historically, therapy with marijuana was used to ease the symptoms of a broad spectrum of diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis.” - Dr. Sheng-Ming

“Clinical and preclinical data leads us to believe that the CB2 receptor (which modulates pain) is affected by Cannabis and is effective in the treatment of pain associated with some forms of OA (osteoarthritis)” - Dr. T. Jones

420EvaluationsOnline: Arthritis sufferers in California can get legal access to Medical Marijuana; Click here to apply online. The process takes but a few minutes and a California Medical Cannabis doctor will process your file the same day you apply. We also are a supplier of MMJ - Identification Cards and Cultivation Permits.

FURTHER READING - HOW MEDICAL MARIJUANA HELPS ARTHRITIS

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