Arthertis
Arthritis is a common condition that inflames the lining of joints or tendons, causing extreme pain and restricting mobility. While there is currently no cure for arthritis, physiotherapy, painkillers, and NSAIDs are usually prescribed to help manage symptoms. Recently, however, arthritis medical cannabis treatments have emerged as a popular option amongst patients in the UK, due to their efficacy in relieving pain and inflammation.
Symptoms
Inflammation of the joints
Joint pain
Joint stiffness
Joint tenderness
If you are suffering from any of these symptoms, you may be suffering from arthritis. Please speak with your GP to find out more.
Medical Cannabis Benefits
In some cases, the progression of arthritis can be slowed using certain medicines like disease modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs), but typically patients are prescribed analgesic painkillers and anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs) to help manage their symptoms, or offered physiotherapy, and sometimes even surgery.