Fibromyalgia medical cannabis treatment
Fibromyalgia, also known as FMS, is a chronic, long-lasting condition that alters the way the central nervous system processes pain messages. Recently, medical cannabis fibromyalgia treatments have demonstrated great potential in decreasing the severity of FMS symptoms because of their interaction with the central nervous system.
Am I eligible?1 in 20
people in the UK are estimated to be affected by fibromyalgia.
77%
reduction in fibromyalgia pain report patients taking medical cannabis
78%
improvement in sleep scores when fibromyalgia is treated with medical cannabis
Over 35%
of patients say cannabis treatments have made a real, worthwhile difference
Symptoms
Anxiety
Depression
Fatigue
Headaches
Increased pain sensitivity
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Muscle stiffness
If you are suffering from any of these symptoms, you may have fibromyalgia. Please speak with your GP to find out more.
Treatment options:
Currently, there is still no cure for fibromyalgia. There are a number of medications including painkillers and antidepressants, talking therapies, and lifestyle adaptations that are traditionally recommended as the first line of treatment when trying to relieve fibromyalgia symptoms.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Acupuncture
Amitriptyline
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Fluoxetine
Sertraline
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A word from our specialist
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterised by widespread pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances and cognitive difficulties. Managing fibromyalgia can be a challenge due to the complexity and variability of symptoms. Research indicates that cannabis may affect the endocannabinoid system, which plays a role in pain perception, sleep regulation and mood. This interaction may explain some of the benefits observed in fibromyalgia patients, notably improvement in these symptoms and overall quality of life.
Dr Hanna Gul
Rheumatology
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Can medical cannabis treatments help symptoms of the fibromyalgia?
Medical cannabis treatments have demonstrated ability in relieving pain, spasticity, anxiety and irritable bowl syndrome - all of which are symptoms of Fibromyalgia. Cannabis is able to influence these responses because its chemical contents are able to mimic, or boost, the natural chemical messengers our body produces to initiate these responses (often, around the central nervous system).
Because fibromyalgia can have such an extensive range of symptoms, it usually has a large impact on a person’s quality of life, as well as their health. Research shows those with treatment-resistant fibromyalgia often experience a decrease in their symptom severity with cannabis-based treatments, and also, report an improvement in their overall quality of life.
Cannabis-based treatments were only legalised in the UK in 2018, and so, unfortunately, a many are unaware that medical cannabis fibromyalgia treatments are available, and accessible.
At Releaf, our specialist doctors can prescribe fibromyalgia cannabis treatments to those who have been unable to find successful relief with conventionally prescribed options, and so, we may be able to help you. Find out if you’re eligible here.