New Cannabis Medicine Reduces Chronic Back Pain


New Cannabis Medicine Reduces Chronic Back Pain

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New Cannabis Medicine Reduces Chronic Back Pain

A new study looked at a medicine from marijuana. It helped people with back pain feel better. This study shows that cannabis might help with chronic pain.

A German company tested this medicine on 800 people. This shows that cannabis can help people. But in the U.S., cannabis is not legal by the federal law.

Some countries in Europe and Canada have approved cannabis medicine. They use it for nerve pain and other problems. In the U.S., one drug with CBD helps kids with epilepsy.

The new medicine has THC, which can make people feel high. But the amount of THC is very small. The company said patients did not have drug problems during the tests.

The company wants to sell this medicine for back pain. Many people have back pain, and it is hard to treat. The study shows that this cannabis medicine can help them.


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What did the new study look at?

The new study looked at a medicine from marijuana.

How many people were tested in the study?

The study tested 800 people.

What does the new medicine contain?

The new medicine has THC, but in a very small amount.


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New Cannabis Medicine Reduces Chronic Back Pain