Tremors medical cannabis treatment
Tremors can happen normally, for example, if you’ve consumed too much caffeine, or if you’re feeling stressed or angry or emotional: but tremors can also be a symptom of conditions like multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease and a neurological condition called essential tremor. Medications can be prescribed to reduce shaking or trembling in these cases, but unfortunately these are not always effective for everyone. Recently, medical cannabis has emerged as a potential option for those not responding to conventional approaches, and cannabis-based tremor treatment plans are available for eligible patients at Releaf.
Contact usDisclaimer: The availability of consultations for Tremors depends on the availability of our specialist doctors. We encourage you to consult with our patient support team to determine if this treatment option is currently available.
30 minutes
A small-scale, open label observational study found 30 minutes after using cannabis, patients with Parkinson’s experienced significant improvements in their tremors.
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Over ⅔ of UK adults would consider trying medical cannabis treatments if their doctor recommended them for their condition, shows Releaf’s representative research.
1 million
Over 1 million people in the UK, and 10 million people in the US, are affected by essential tremors. Over 60% of essential tremor cases are believed to be inherited.
25%
Between 25% and 60% of patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) are affected by tremors, as are between 70% and 90% of patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD).
Symptoms
Difficulty with dexterity
Difficulty writing or drawing
Low mood
Rhythmic movements
Shaky voice
Sleeping issues
Uncontrollable shaking or trembling in a specific area.
If you are suffering from any of these symptoms. Please speak with your GP to find out more.
Treatment options:
There are a number of different tremor treatments available. Depending on the type of tremor being treated, beta-blocking drugs or anti-seizure medications may be considered, or benzodiazepines or Botox injections may be prescribed if these are more appropriate. Lifestyle changes are commonly advised, and in some cases, surgery is considered.
Atenolol
Clonazepam
Diazepam
Gabapentin
Primidone
Propranolol
Sotalo
Toprimate
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A word from our specialist
"Tremor is involuntary shaking and it can be debilitating. Medicinal cannabis, through its interaction with the endocannabinoid system, shows potential in reducing tremor severity, helping patients regain control and improve daily functioning."
Dr Michal Modestowicz
Neurology
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Are patients with tremors eligible for medical cannabis treatments in the UK?
Recently, in the UK, medical cannabis has emerged as a new potential treatment option to aid symptom management, for those who have not been responding to traditional treatments. While many patients with Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis report they have used cannabis therapeutically effectively to manage their tremors, unfortunately, clinical investigation in this area is limited.
But, recent evidence does suggest for patients with tremors, medical cannabis may be able to assist because of the effects its chemical compounds can have when they enter the bloodstream. In 2021, scientists administered mice with a synthetic cannabinoid to find out more. They found this cannabinoid reduced essential tremors by activating astrocyte cells, which support the brain and spinal cord, and may help to calm the conflicting messages given by motor neurons - which causes tremors.
However, gold standard, randomised placebo controlled trials involving humans in this area have remained inconclusive, and they are yet to mirror the strong anecdotal findings and data evidenced in patient surveys that indicate cannabis-based products may be able to assist in tremor management.
So, for now, it is important that medical cannabis treatment plans are overseen by qualified healthcare professionals like those that work for Releaf to ensure safety and efficacy. At Releaf medical cannabis treatment plans are tailored to the individual, so each patient can create their own bespoke plan to treat the symptoms that affect their lives the most.
If you have been struggling with conventional tremor treatments, cannabis-based treatment plans may be considered an appropriate option for you, fill out our eligibility checker to find out more.