Functional Neurological Disorder, also known as FND, is a complex disorder that affects the nervous system, mimicking other neurological disorders and their symptoms, which can often lead to it taking a very long time to diagnose. 

While its exact cause is still unknown, FND does present similar symptoms to other neurological disorders including seizures, tremors, muscle spams and pain, and so similar treatments are typically recommended - and in recent years, medical cannabis has emerged as one of these options. 

Although research into the relationship between FND and medical cannabis is still ongoing, the anecdotal evidence available so far appears promising. Medical cannabis is made up of thousands of naturally occurring chemicals, but the two most prominent, and heavily researched, are THC and CBD.

Studies show, for people with FND, THC may be a useful component in treatment plans due to its pain-relieving and sedative qualities, and CBD could be of benefit if patients suffer from seizures, stress, or tremors. 

Because medical cannabis is a controlled medicine in the UK, its important its applications are overseen by qualified healthcare professionals, and that the patients using these options receive personalised, first-class patient care. To find out if you could be eligible for medical cannabis, and access to Releaf’s services, click here.