Chronic Pain

Can Cannabinoids Help People Wean Off Opioids?

A study provided a clinical framework designed to help people wean off and eventually replace opioids.

9 months ago

Study: German Patients Have ‘Greater Satisfaction’ With MMJ Than Previous Treatments

A new study discusses medical cannabis use and chronic pain.

10 months ago

Senate Committee Approves Bill Allowing VA To Recommend Pot to Veterans in Legal States

Veterans' demands are finally being answered with the passing of an amendment dedicated to the access of medical cannabis.

1 year ago

GOP Senators Kill Veterans Cannabis Research Bill

A bipartisan bill directing the VA to conduct research into the medical potential of cannabis for military veterans was blocked…

2 years ago

Owners of OxyContin Maker Paid $19M to Institution That Advises Opioid Policy

The Sackler Family, owners of Purdue Pharma and OxyContin, allegedly have a serious conflict of interest.

2 years ago

Study: Medical MJ Improves Quality of Life, Reduces Opioid Use in Chronic Pain Patients

A new study is adding to the collection of research on the topic.

2 years ago

Texas Expands Restrictive Medical Pot Program To Combat Opioid Epidemic

But don't expect any Texas stoners to celebrate.

2 years ago

Senate Panel Approves Cannabis Research Bill

The Senate Veterans Affairs Committee has advanced legislation directing the VA to conduct research into cannabis as a treatment for…

2 years ago

Study: A Quarter of People With Chronic Pain Use Cannabis

Findings come via researchers at Univ. of Michigan.

2 years ago