Myofascial Pain Syndrome Support Group
Myofascial Pain Syndrome (or MPS) is a term used to describe one of the conditions characterized by chronic pain. It is associated with and caused by "trigger points" (TrPs), sensitive and painful areas between the muscle and fascia. The symptoms can range from referred pain through myofascial trigger points to specific pains in other areas of the body. It may be related...
Hello all!! long time no talk! I've been doing some research lately on herbal remedies as an alternative to prescription meds. I came across something on the net that stated, "Marjiuana contains Linalool one of the active components that inhibits the relase of acetylcholine. and the plant has THC that binds to receptors that can ease pain."
I was wondering if anyone has tried this approach to treating their pain? I'm not a fan of all these muscle relaxers and pain pills. I know they are doing a number on my insides and over time they will only cause more damage than help. thanks
I was wondering if anyone has tried this approach to treating their pain? I'm not a fan of all these muscle relaxers and pain pills. I know they are doing a number on my insides and over time they will only cause more damage than help. thanks
Try a marijuana strain that is high in CBD and low in THC. I just tried ACDC (16% CBD, <1% THC) and found it allows me to successfully massage the muscle tension myself.
I went through the pharmaceutical ladder, overdosing, addiction, cold withdrawal, and no choice but to crawl in that bottle again desperate for relief that just is not there.
I was fortunate enough to find a great pain specialist and a psychologist who specialized in chronic pain.
I had fought for coverage of medical marijuana and achieved it for a while,(Overturned by a court of appeal) fighting again for coverage and accountability from the wcb.(pushing for police investigation)
Medical Cannabis has saved my life and unlike any other medications allows me to regain cognitive functioning and reduced pain for periods of functionality. My pain is so severe I applied, failed to meet the criteria was denied gov assisted suicide. It was during the periods of coverage I was able to explore the numerous strains and delivery methods. Marijuana saved my life and marrage (so far)
Strain selection is the most crucial and varies from person to person as to results. Generally CBD or Sativa for morning and during periods where energy and focus are important, hybrids through the day and SAVE the indicas for night time. Find what works best for you. If you want to increase the effect (cannabinoids saturating the endocannabinoid system) eat a mango twenty minute before medicating, it increased the receptors binding abilities with the terpenes )
It is not the cure-all to end all but with a sedentary lifestyle, waiting till the pain threshold is cracked and soon as you feel things starting stop and medicate. I have eliminated Hydromorphone, flexural, ativan. and four or five other drugs completely and the ability to continue my quest for coverage and accountability.