Spinal Cord Injuries and Cannabis

What symptoms can Cannabis relieve?

Although Tetrahydrocannabinol or “THC” is the most known of the compounds in marijuana, at least 66 cannabinoids have been isolated from this plant. The effects of most of these compounds is still unknown and it is widely believed that it is the combination of these chemicals which creates the diverse range of medical benefits including, but not limited to, pain relief and treating spasticity.

Many Vietnam War veterans used cannabis to help prevent muscle spasms caused by battle-induced spinal injuries.

It has also proven helpful for many who wished to cut back on the amount of pain medication and opiates they consume.