Every one of us has to deal with more or less intense pain due to specific health situations. They can be caused, for example, by a nagging migraine caused by stress or insomnia, inflammation following intense training, or particularly penetrating menstrual cramps. Others, unfortunately, have to cope with chronic pain due to neuropathy, chemotherapy and invasive treatments.

In all these cases, there are numerous remedies, from classic analgesics to palliative therapies, which, however, as we know, risk causing equally unpleasant side effects or, over time, addiction.

But an alternative exists, more natural and less harmful, which can prove to be really good at soothing pain: we are talking about CBD.

It is a substance derived from cannabis, whose full name is cannabidiol, better known by the acronym CBD. Lately, it has become a popular remedy, effective in treating aches and pains of varying degrees and different forms of spasms and twinges with constant administration. Being a plant-derived principle, it is also free of serious consequences and very versatile in its use, as it is available in pills, inflorescences, drinks and oil at various concentrations. In more serious cases, cannabis also becomes an efficient therapeutic solution that can be purchased with a doctor’s prescription. However, CBD is also used for prevention.

If you have already heard about the healing power of CBD and would like to start taking it, or if you are interested in the subject but do not yet know enough about it, this article is exactly for you.

What can I use CBD for?

Calming pain with CBD means taking a natural but extremely powerful essence against both sporadic but acute episodes and chronic conditions.

Cannabidiol products fall into the category known as cannabis light, because they have a very low concentration of THC, the psychoactive principle of cannabis, and are therefore perfectly legal, ready for use when needed.

Such products, especially oil, can solve a classic textural pain or a tear resulting from physical activity in a relatively short time, depending on the method of intake. But it is important to emphasize that they can also help relieve long-lasting, complex-to-treat and treatment-resistant pain and, consequently, allow sufferers to relax and experience a general feeling of well-being.

But how is this possible?

Due to the pain-relieving, analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties of this miraculous essence, which are released through its ability to interact with our endocannabinoid system. The latter is nothing more than an internal cellular communication complex that, by connecting with the central and peripheral nervous system, is responsible for regulating various functions of our body (homeostasis), such as hunger, sleep, mood and, of course, pain management. A healthy individual has a fully functioning system but, in the event of dysfunction, cannabidiol can intervene to restore balance.

Chronic pain situations, unfortunately, have an all-round negative effect, not only on the body but also psychologically; reversing this trend is possible simply by taking a natural product consistently.

The use of CBD, in short, can coordinate the normal activity of the endocannabinoid system, recreate an ideal condition of psycho-physical harmony, help you better manage illnesses and adverse conditions, and, in the long run, improve your quality of life.

What kind of pain does it help to relieve?

But specifically what types of discomforts does CBD help to overcome? As already mentioned, pain can be acute, i.e. intense but short-lived, or chronic, i.e. lasting and persistent, disabling and often immune to medication.

Acute pains on which CBD can intervene may be:

• migraine;
• neuralgia;
• muscle strains;
• menstrual cramps;
• joint pain;
• back pain;
• bruises.

These are precisely transient problems that come on suddenly and disappear with time and possibly therapy. By taking CBD oil or any other CBD product, one can experience relief in a relatively short period of time.

Pain can also be soothed with CBD in chronic situations, including:

• neuropathies of various degrees; 
• arthritis; 
• multiple sclerosis; 
• fibromyalgia; 
• endometriosis;  
• cancer;  
• consequences of chemotherapy.

Of course, in cases such as these, we recommend consulting the family doctor in advance, who is well acquainted with the clinical situation of his patients and can dispense useful advice.

How many drops of CBD oil for pain?

You have finally decided to intervene and soothe your pain with CBD in oil form and at this point you will certainly want to know how many drops you will need.

Be aware that there is no universal rule and the dosage depends on several factors, such as the gender, height and weight of the user, but also on the type of discomfort to be treated and the CBD concentration of the oil; obviously, the amount and frequency of intake useful for treating a simple headache is totally different from that needed for arthritis pain. In the first case, you can use 5% or 10% oil, in the second case up to 25% oil would be more appropriate.

Let’s take a practical example: you have bought a 5% oil to treat menstrual cramps; the recommended dosage is 2 drops in the morning and 2 drops in the evening for about 4 days, during which it is important to listen to your body’s reactions. If tolerance is high and you experience no discomfort, you can continue with the treatment by adding 2 drops in the morning and another 2 drops in the evening for a further 3 days.

In short, as a sort of general guideline, we recommend that you start treatment with a low dose and increase it gradually to give the body time to get used to the active ingredient. If you want to know the specific doses, check the CBD dosage calculator.

What are the side effects?

We have said that CBD is a natural substance and does not cause any serious side effects, as is the case with some medicines. But it is also true that some undesirable consequences may occur in particularly sensitive individuals or if one is taking any medication, the effect of which the active ingredient may nullify.

In general, the unpleasant sensations you might experience are tiredness, weakness, lack of appetite, diarrhea and dry mouth. Remember, however, that these are transitory and very mild conditions, although we always advise you to consult your doctor, especially when there are delicate clinical situations.

Such side effects may occur in some delicate individuals or at the very first intake, generally due to the presence, albeit minimal, of THC in Full Spectrum oils, i.e. those containing the full spectrum of cannabis cannabinoids. In the case of Broad Spectrum products, THC is absent and therefore contraindications are even rarer. Precisely for this reason, we recommend that you carefully read the labels on the products and their formulations in order to purchase the one that will best meet your needs.

Finally, we would like to point out that research on CBD is still ongoing and we do not know of any effects during pregnancy or lactation, so we do not recommend taking it during these particular periods.

Who can prescribe cannabis against pain? 

If you want to soothe your pain with CBD, you won’t have to make much of an effort, as you will find the oil and all the other products very easily in specialized shops, grow shops, or at online retailers. These are legal products that, as mentioned, have very low levels of THC, within the 0.02% limit set by current regulations.

However, there are critical conditions that even CBD at higher concentrations cannot alleviate, such as rheumatic diseases, neuropathy, glaucoma, anorexia, certain forms of cancer, AIDS symptoms, and the consequences of chemotherapy, for which many health professionals recommend a more potent remedy, such as medical cannabis.

In our country and in other European countries, it is possible to buy high-quality cannabis drugs, products with a much higher amount of THC that are dedicated to disabling diseases and chronic pain and boast superior efficacy. To obtain them, you simply have to go to specialized pharmacies with a prescription.

Cannabis therapy can be prescribed by anesthesiologists, neurologists, oncologists, radiologists, ophthalmologists and at pain therapy and palliative care centers, but also by one’s own family doctor, if deemed necessary.

How to take CBD products

There are numerous types of CBD products designed to meet the habits of consumers of all ages, physical conditions and health needs.

We have already mentioned the oil, the most popular and purchased product in the category, which is easily taken orally, under the tongue, with the handy dropper provided, or can be applied topically for localized inflammation. Alternatively, you can buy the practical capsules, with the quantity already dosed, for error-proof administration, or the inflorescences, ideal for smokers or those who use vaporizers and similar devices; finally, to avoid disrupting your daily routine, you can consume cold drinks, hot drinks or candies, perhaps at the end of a meal or when you are out and about.

Whichever option is perfect for you, you will find it in the online catalogue of Maria CBD Oil, the Italian company that produces and sells 100% natural cannabis light articles that will allow you to soothe your pain with CBD in a simple and intuitive way that is also effective and long-lasting: visit the website to discover the entire range dedicated to your well-being.