Navigating Parkinson’s: Medical Marijuana as a Treatment Option
Join us on the Live Parkinson’s – Live an Exceptional Life podcast for a deep dive into the potential benefits and considerations of medical marijuana as a treatment option for Parkinson’s disease.
In this episode, we’ll discuss:
• The science behind medical marijuana and how it interacts with the endocannabinoid system
• Existing research on medical marijuana’s effectiveness in managing both motor and non-motor symptoms of Parkinson’s
• Potential benefits and drawbacks of using medical marijuana
• Different forms of medical marijuana and dosing considerations
• Legal and regulatory issues surrounding medical marijuana
Whether you’re a person living with Parkinson’s or a caregiver, this episode will provide valuable information to help you make informed decisions about your healthcare.
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References:
Parkinson’s Foundation Releases the Results of First Ever Medical Cannabis and Parkinson’s Disease Survey (https://www.parkinson.org/about-us/news/medical-cannabis-parkinsons-disease-survey) – Parkinsons Foundation
Medical Marijuana (https://www.parkinson.org/living-with-parkinsons/treatment/medical-marijuana) – Parkinson’s Foundation
Weeding Through The Haze: A Survey on Cannabis Use Among People Living With Parkinson’s Disease, Nature.com
What’s The Difference Between Medical Marijuana and Recreational Weed? – Stacia Woodcock – February 13, 2024
The Endocannaboid System – Essential and Mysterious – Harvard Health Publishing (https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/the-endocannabinoid-system-essential-and-mysterious-202108112569)
Medical Cannabis as an Alternative The (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32351233/)
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