Medical Marijuana & Severe & Chronic Pain

Severe and chronic pain — whether from injury, illness, or nerve damage — can affect every part of daily life, from sleep and mobility to mood and independence. Long-term reliance on opioid medications also carries significant risks.

Medical marijuana is widely used to help manage persistent pain. Cannabinoids reduce both the perception of pain and inflammation, and studies show that cannabis can lower the dosage and frequency of opioid medications needed for relief.

A certified physician can evaluate the source and severity of a patient’s pain to determine whether medical cannabis is an appropriate part of their long-term care.