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Cannabis for the treatment of PTSD: A review of the literature

Cannabis use is strongly associated with the comorbid presentation of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms and diagnosis, although its role in the treatment of PTSD is not clear. In this article, we review studies that…

Medical cannabis for treating chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting

Having to deal with the nausea and vomiting that comes with treatments like chemotherapy can create even more worry and fear for patients who are already facing a terrifying cancer diagnosis. Anyone who has had…

The therapeutic potential of cannabinoids in treating chronic pain

Chronic pain is one of the most prevalent health concerns in the world, affecting more people than those who suffer from diabetes, cancer and heart disease combined. Those who experience it are sometimes housebound, unable…

Why did we start London Cannabis Clinic?

The London Cannabis Clinic is part of the London Pain Clinic, a private clinic dedicated to providing effective pain relief to patients across London and the UK. Since medicinal cannabis was legalised in the UK…

Studies show cannabis can reduce liver damage caused by alcohol

Cannabis is most often used within a medical setting to provide pain relief for chronic conditions like cancer and ease the symptoms of severe forms of epilepsy. However, new research is constantly uncovering more uses…

Cannabis prescriptions: The NHS in crisis

Medical cannabis is primarily prescribed in the UK to ease the symptoms of severe epilepsy. Medicinal cannabis was legalised in the UK four years ago, but since then very few prescriptions for medical cannabis have…

Medical cannabis is used by at least 2.7% of the Australian population

Over the past two years, a huge number of Australian doctors have registered to prescribe cannabis for medicinal purposes. This has likely had a significant effect on the number of Australians who use medicinal cannabis…

Treating Inflammation With Medicinal Cannabis

Inflammation is the body's natural response to protect itself from harm and promote healing. However, chronic inflammation can lead to various health problems, and it's important to find ways to treat it to maintain good…

How Medical Cannabis Can Help With Back Pain

Chronic back pain can be an incredibly debilitating and frustrating condition, leaving sufferers in constant discomfort. While there are many traditional treatments for back pain, such as physical therapy and medications, some individuals have found…

Medicinal Cannabis in Sport

Cannabis is a controlled Class B drug in the UK, and it is composed of different types of cannabinoids. These include Cannabidiol (CBD) and Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). CBD vs. THC CBD is one of the most…