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Arthritis Vs. Ankylosing Spondylitis
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My friend had been diagnosed with severe arthritis in his lower back. He goes to a pain clinic where he receives two strong prescriptions (Norco & Tramadol) for the pain but they only give him little. I feel like he needs something for inflammation but he can’t take NSAIDS because they make him bleed terribly. How does his doctor know it’s not AS instead of arthritis? If it is AS, has anyone tried acupuncture? If so, has it helped. He is very depressed and I’m worried about his mental… read more

posted April 13, 2021
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A MySpondylitisTeam Member

My wife uses cbd and it helps with her pain and flairs of RA. it gives me minor head fog so I don't care for it. But I know many who find it helps them. its necessary to find a good blend and dose table. If you add in a small amount of the canabus, it can really help with depression.
JM

posted April 16, 2021
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

Cannabis really works. I have taken the oil and also used creams containing it. Really a safe way to ease pain.

posted April 14, 2021
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

Cannabis really helps with pain. I have taken the oil, 1000mg. Its trial and error for everyone. Be sire you buy it from a reliable place, not a gas station or on line sites. You just don't know what you'll get. A dispensary is the best.

posted April 13, 2021
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

Has he tried herbs or any thing else like turmeric etc cider vinegar any thing is worth a try a pillow between his knees at bed time helps big time

posted September 6, 2021
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

Cannabis definitely helps me, I prefer the chews from the dispensary that are only 10mg a piece because I like to have functional days, I smoke before bed to help my body relax and get better sleep, It became legal here for oth medical and recreational. It's definitely better than alcohol and, or narcotics!

posted September 5, 2021

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