The Best Strains Of Marijuana For Pain Relief

[DragonsFire]

No only when needed, it way to costly that way for me. Once I am successful with the Black Indica Im growing then I will look for seeds for CDBCM, once I have a good suply then I will look at regular dosing

 

[SweetSue]

No only when needed, it way to costly that way for me. Once I am successful with the Black Indica Im growing then I will look for seeds for CDBCM, once I have a good suply then I will look at regular dosing

Good to hear. In the meantime any cannabinoids in is a good thing.

 

[philipsmatkar]

I was looking for a right marijuana strain that could help me with my chronic back pain. I'm suffering from it

for almost 2 months now I just don't know if it's connected to my work since I'm sitting more or less 9

hours. I came a cross with this marijuana strain, BLACK MAMBA CBD . This is the first time that I would be taking medical marijuana I'm not sure if

this would be effective with my back pain. Also is there any other way using it medically?

 

[DragonsFire]

I always do edibles, easy for the body to assimilate, the CBD Critical Mass I use is awesome, even nails a bad tooth ache, I would recommend trying that. CBDCM is derived from Cannatonic, I will be getting some soon and try that out. I will be growing CBDCM next if the Cannatonic is not as good as CBDCM.
The only way to see if its effective is try.

 

[SweetSue]

I always do edibles, easy for the body to assimilate, the CBD Critical Mass I use is awesome, even nails a bad tooth ache, I would recommend trying that. CBDCM is derived from Cannatonic, I will be getting some soon and try that out. I will be growing CBDCM next if the Cannatonic is not as good as CBDCM.
The only way to see if its effective is try.

Very true, and with cannabis medicines you won’t have the side effects that ruin the day, week, month, years........

CBD CM is a balanced ratio, I believe, which is touted to be the best ratio for pain relief for the greatest number of patients with chronic pain. I’m glad to hear it’s working for you.

CBD Critical Cure is as valuable a chemovar, with twice the CBD to THC. I find it works well for both anxiety and depression with my primary patient. I didn’t think that was possible before trying CBD CC.

 

[Nunyabiz]

Our go to strain for pain relief is called Hiydrow.
Its 16% CBD and 8% THC with a nice terpene profile.
My wife has had Fibromyalgia for over 20+ years, she took opioids for 18 years and they only dulled the pain never took it away.
2.5 years ago she started consuming cannabis, first I made oil but after awhile decided thats just a waste of time and good weed when you can just decarb it and crumble it on a peanut butter cracker and get the same or better results.
So she takes what we call a FireCracker twice a day with about 1/4 gr of decarbed cannabis and then several tokes of high CBD bud when needed and she is totally pain free about 95% of the time now.

I use it to lower my blood pressure, without it my BP would be around 140/90, I take 2 to 3 hits wait 10 mins and boom bp down to 110/70.
Also relieves my minor arthritis pain.

 

[SweetSue]

Our go to strain for pain relief is called Hiydrow.
Its 16% CBD and 8% THC with a nice terpene profile.
My wife has had Fibromyalgia for over 20+ years, she took opioids for 18 years and they only dulled the pain never took it away.
2.5 years ago she started consuming cannabis, first I made oil but after awhile decided thats just a waste of time and good weed when you can just decarb it and crumble it on a peanut butter cracker and get the same or better results.
So she takes what we call a FireCracker twice a day with about 1/4 gr of decarbed cannabis and then several tokes of high CBD bud when needed and she is totally pain free about 95% of the time now.

I use it to lower my blood pressure, without it my BP would be around 140/90, I take 2 to 3 hits wait 10 mins and boom bp down to 110/70.
Also relieves my minor arthritis pain.

Thank you for that. If you’d be interested I’ve a community thread running where we can document how we use cannabis, with the hope that by centralizing this information it’ll be useful to those seeking answers.

We have testimonials scattered all around the forum. This is my attempt to corral some of the data. The link is in my signature line if you’d care to share. :4.

No problem if you don’t want to duplicate posting. This was valuable information for patients with fibromyalgia, arthritis, and blood pressure issues. We’ll remember it going forward.

Incidentally, are you both using topicals? We’ve learned there are additional benefits to applying cannabis topicals to the upper back, where thoracic and cervical vertebrae meet - that spot where we get humps from bending over our devices. She said as she lifted her phone to eye level.

By applying topicals there you can shuttle cannabinoids to the brain without psychoactivity, and they can help modulate pain and soften emotional distress.

I’m glad you both found ways to let cannabis help your bodies heal. Keep up the good work.

 

[Nunyabiz]

Thank you for that. If you’d be interested I’ve a community thread running where we can document how we use cannabis, with the hope that by centralizing this information it’ll be useful to those seeking answers.

We have testimonials scattered all around the forum. This is my attempt to corral some of the data. The link is in my signature line if you’d care to share. :4.

No problem if you don’t want to duplicate posting. This was valuable information for patients with fibromyalgia, arthritis, and blood pressure issues. We’ll remember it going forward.

Incidentally, are you both using topicals? We’ve learned there are additional benefits to applying cannabis topicals to the upper back, where thoracic and cervical vertebrae meet - that spot where we get humps from bending over our devices. She said as she lifted her phone to eye level.

By applying topicals there you can shuttle cannabinoids to the brain without psychoactivity, and they can help modulate pain and soften emotional distress.

I’m glad you both found ways to let cannabis help your bodies heal. Keep up the good work.

I will gladly repost there.

The only topical we use so to speak is just straight CBD oil mixed with olive oil.
I used that to get rid of a spot on my hand that didnt look good, it just drew it right out and flaked right off.

 

[SweetSue]

I will gladly repost there.

The only topical we use so to speak is just straight CBD oil mixed with olive oil.
I used that to get rid of a spot on my hand that didnt look good, it just drew it right out and flaked right off.

Nice! That’s a first for me.

 

[PCaddict]

I found this invaluable article and decided it was too important not to share. Unfortunately, I can't link directly to the article without violating site security rules, so I've attempted to transfer as much of the information as I can in as close a format as Anna Wilcox set it up. I couldn't get tables to format properly so I went with photos of the strain data. This means that what look like links aren't. I apologize for the confusion, but it was more important to get the information out than to be concerned with the lack of links.

All links in the narrative work, or they did when I posted this.

Anna's a talented journalist and I encourage you to seek her out. This article is just the tip of her iceburg of cannabis reporting.

May this be helpful for you.



The Best Strains of Marijuana For Pain Relief

Anna Wilcox 20 September, 2015
Cannabis and Health

The Best Strains of Marijuana For Pain Relief

Chronic pain is one of the most difficult ailments to manage. Overwhelmed in a storm of over-the-counter and prescription painkillers, many patients are deciding to go the natural route: smoking marijuana for pain management.

When it comes to using marijuana for pain relief, not all strains are created equal. Some cannabis strains will keep you tossing and turning at night. Yet, others will ease away nerve pain and muscle tension. This article aims to show you which is which, and help you find the best strain for pain.

Using Marijuana for Pain Relief

The Brain on Cannabis: The Effects of THC, CBD, and Terpenes - YouTube

Both of the most common compounds in marijuana ease pain. Believe it or not, research is showing that marijuana may interact with your pain-signaling cells. Both THC and CBD are strong anti-inflammatories. They also interact with other pain systems in your body.

Taste The Pain Away

It’s not only THC and CBD that are valuable for relief. The flavor and aroma molecules in your plant are also potent natural medicines.

Yep, that’s right. That famous skunky weed aroma is a sign of an incredibly nutritious plant.

Cannabis 101: Introduction to Terpenes - YouTube

Flavor molecules are called terpenes, and they’re found in all plants. Every fruit, vegetable and herb that you eat owes its flavor to terpenes. Some terpenes are vitamins. Vitamin K, for example, is actually a terpene.

Marijuana is not only loaded with powerful antioxidant cannabinoids but is full of healthy terpenes. Terpenes are different from strain to strain. In fact, each strain has its own specific terpene profile. This is the reason why flavors and scents are so different from strain to strain.

Unfortunately, these flavor molecules are also a bit tricky. Environmental conditions like soil, light exposure, and temperature all affect terpene development. While different strains tend to produce different terpenes, it takes a lot of TLC to get plants to express their flavor profiles to the fullest.

Strains For Wounds, Muscle, and Back

Cramps, spasms, pulled tendons, and slipped disks in your back are types of musculoskeletal injuries. Marijuana eases muscle, joint, and injury-related pain. There are many strains that can help ease the inflammatory pain associated with musculoskeletal issues.

We also encourage you to give cannabis topicals a try. A topical is an infused cream, lotion, or salve that you apply directly to the skin. The activated compounds in this marijuana cream will relieve pain, inflammation, and muscle tightness in a localized area.

Afghan Kush

If you’re looking for a powerful general pain reliever, Afghan Kush just might be the strain for you. Nearly 100% indica, this strain is native to the Kush Mountain Region in the Middle East. Featuring a strong, pungent aroma, even the vapor of this flower will keep you locked on the couch.

Because this strain is a potent indica, the effects will be felt mostly in the body. In fact, this is what makes it so great for those seeking pain-relief. Not only is this little lady loaded with pain-fighting THC, but it’s also chock full of analgesic and anti-inflammatory terpenes. Particularly terpenes Humulene and Caryophyllene.

Their names may be hard to pronounce, but these potent flavors are the culprits behind the pungent and spicy hop aroma of Afghan Kush.

Caryophyllene has also shown anti-cancer effects. This may make strains like Afghan Kush a good choice for patients hoping to manage cancer pain. Other strains high in caryophyllene include Hash Plant, Maui Waui, and Super Sour Diesel.

White Widow

A true White Widow is a 50/50 cross between a pure sativa and a pure indica. The result is an extremely well-balanced and potent hybrid. Inheriting the best from both sides, this strain creates an uplifting and euphoric buzz while still easing away pain.

Unlike Afghan Kush we’ve featured so far, White Widow’s powerful unique high comes from several calming aroma molecules. Specifically, Linalool. Linalool is the terpene that gives lavender it’s famous therapeutic scent. It also happens to be a powerful pain reliever and anti-inflammatory.

But, we won’t just let the science speak for itself. Here’s what people had to say about it on Leafly, the World’s Largest Strain Finder:

“This is definitely as the other reviews have said. A very gentle but euphoric high. I am really looking for pain relief and it does work pretty well for me on that score. It is very relaxing. I find it a bit hard to think logically when using it so I would likely keep this for special times where I want to be awake and happy but nothing important needs to happen. It does give me terrible dry mouth”

“Incredible. If you want to get high, fight pain, or take a nap it’s the perfect strain. Definitely a perfect hybrid mix. Dense nugs. One I’m keeping in my medical rotation.”

“Definite Class A strain. Bright green, orange bristles are distinct. Euphoria and Energy are the main affects I experienced. I have a migraine disorder and this weed is perfect for relieving pain and getting your spirits up.”

Additional Strains for Wounds Muscle and Back Pain:

Juicy Fruit
Platinum OG
Green Crack
Blue Dream

Neuropathic Pain

Neuropathic pain, also known as nerve pain, affects more than 3 million Americans every year.

There are two primary causes of chronic, neuropathic pain: tissue damage and damage to the central nervous system. Basically, car accident victims and Fibromyalgia patients alike are familiar with this life-changing symptom.

Studies show that low doses of vaporized cannabis can significantly help neuropathic pain. If you experience tissue damage from an accident, consuming cannabis and applying a topical can ease inflammation and numb a localized area.

In the case of issues with the Central Nervous System, using marijuana may also be able to help. THC and CBD are documented to relieve nerve pain caused by Multiple Sclerosis and similar diseases. They do this by reducing inflammation in the brain as well as by regulating pain signals released by your cells.

All of the below strains have high levels of neuroprotective terpenes. Some of these terpenes may amplify the natural preventative properties of THC and CBD. Patients who may benefit from these strains:

Accident and Injury Victims
HIV/AIDS Patients
Fibromyalgia Patients
MS Patients
Cancer Patients

Here are a few strains that may help ease nerve pain

Jack Herer

Named for the famous activist and author, Jack Herer is a sativa-dominant hybrid truly deserving of the title. A favorite seemingly all around the world, this happy flower has uplifting and energizing effects. While indicas are typically the weed species of choice for chronic pain, this strain has a few pain-fighting tricks up its sleeve.

A well-grown Jack H. is full of natural painkillers. THC is just one of the analgesics in this strain. The others? You guessed it. Terpenoid nutrients.

One of the primary terpenes in Jack Herer is Pinine. Pinine is responsible for this strain’s woody, Pine-Sol taste. In recent studies, pinene has been proven to have antitumor effects. In fact, a 2013 study showed that pinine was effective in preventing cancer cell proliferation in the brain.

When grown hydroponically, this strain has shown soaring levels of other neuroprotective terpenes as well. These flavor compounds help reduce stress and tissue inflammation. When you smoke or eat some Jack Herer, you’re consuming these medicinal terpenes along with it. These powerful nutrients help keep your brain healthy and ease pain.

SuperBud

Another aptly named strain, this flower is like the superfood of the marijuana world. Just take a look at these terpene levels:

Impressive, right? Especially considering that many strains may only produce 2-6% of these aromatic compounds.

All of these flavor molecules make this one pungent indica. High levels of myrcene give this strain a musky, dried-mango aroma. Also expect a bit of spice, and hints of wood and hops. First bred by Green House Seeds, this strain is said to have “almost narcotic” effects.

The nearly “narcotic” buzz this strain provides is caused by the strong pain fighting and brain-boosting compounds produced by this flower.

Additional Strains That May Help Neuropathic Pain:

The strains listed above are only a few of the marijuana types that may relieve nerve pain. Make sure to take a look at these as well:

Blueberry
Obama Kush
Sour Grape
Lemon Thai
One-to-One
Sour Haze

Arthritis and Inflammatory Pain

As we’ve mentioned several times in this article marijuana is a strong anti-inflammatory. Inflammation is one of the most common sources of pain. By alleviating inflammation, you also ease pain. Marijuana can treat arthritis pain and inflammation.

For both Rheumatoid and Osteoarthritis patients, over-the-counter pain medications like aspirin and Tylenol® are often suggested by doctors. A 1988 study conducted in London found that CBD was up to 4 times more effective than aspirin at relieving inflammatory pain.

Researchers at the German University of Bonn have found that deficiencies in the endocannabinoid system may lead to bone weakness. Bone and joint weakness is one of the primary causes of osteoarthritis in aging adults.

CBD may be able to help. Researchers know that CBD interacts with certain cell receptors in our bodies. Namely, the CB2 receptor. In their study, German researchers found that mice without CB2 receptors had weaker bones.

We do not know precisely how CBD, the endocannabinoid system, and osteoarthritis are related. But, we do know that this is something worth studying.

The strains featured in this section are wonderful for arthritis. But, the truth is, these particular flowers are helpful for the treatment of nearly any kind of pain. Green House’s Super Bud is surely nutritious, but these strains stand apart in a category of their own.

Back in the early days of marijuana, weed wasn’t all that potent. By potent, we mean that it didn’t have much THC. Once we realized that THC was the primary psychoactive in cannabis, we decided to breed strains with a ton of it.

The only problem with that? By breeding out other cannabinoids in favor of adding in more THC, we overlooked the incredible therapeutic potential of the herb’s other nutritious compounds. The strains listed below have bred those highly medical compounds back in. CBD in particular.

High CBD Strains For Pain

Harlequin

Harlequin is a truly must-try strain for anyone experiencing pain. This sativa-dominant hybrid gives its users a highly unique experience. Harlequin always has a 5-to-2 ratio of CBD to THC. CBD is a known antipsychotic. This means that it reduces the psychoactive, anxious and paranoid side effects of smoking too much THC.

The result of this well-balanced combo is a mellow and painless high. For medical patients looking to avoid the strong cerebral effect of THC, this strain might be for you. At its best, Harlequin will have a musty, forest odor.

Cannatonic

Cannatonic is another amazingly therapeutic strain. Terpene and cannabinoid-rich, this flower contains a nearly one-to-one ratio of CBD and THC. A popular choice for patients suffering from chronic pain, this is another strain hits very smooth and mellow. Because of it’s high concentrations of CBD, Cannatonic will not give you a mind-melting, psychoactive experience.

Great for daytime pain relief, try this strain before heading off to work or doing something sociable. High levels of lavender-scented linalool supplement this strain’s calm, relaxed effect. Expect a musky, floral aroma with hints of spice.

Additional Strains That May Help Neuropathic Pain:

One-to-One
Charlotte’s Web
ACDC

Strains That Will Help You Sleep

Whether it’s from a bad headache or a muscle cramp, sleeping through the night can be nearly impossible when you’re in pain. Here are a few heavy indicas that are sure to knock you out:

Granddaddy Purple
Hindu Kush
LA Confidential
Critical Mass
Bubba Kush

Strains To Combat Pain-Related Depression:

If you or a loved one experience chronic pain, then you’re familiar with the way pain seems to creep into every facet of your life. Depression is a side effect of pain that can be just as debilitating.

Marijuana is an anti-depressant and it can help improve your quality of life. Studies have looked at the ways cannabis helps people cope with illnesses and conditions of all different kinds. Regardless of whether or not the herb was effective at treating the condition itself, patients around the world have improved the quality of their lives with the herb.

To combat the depression and stress associated with chronic strains, you might want to give these strains a try:

Amnesia Haze
Sour Diesel
Pineapple Express
Cinex
Girl Scout Cookies
Strawberry Cough

I see a lot of strains on here that is low in CBD so what is the best way of introducing CBD in the mix ? Some on here are 1:1 ratio or 99% CBD According to my doctor for my MJ card it works best when it is from the same Strain, Plant, Bud. I suffer from all these ailments and I will be growing my own medicine so I want to get strains that will help

 

[Nunyabiz]

I see a lot of strains on here that is low in CBD so what is the best way of introducing CBD in the mix ? Some on here are 1:1 ratio or 99% CBD According to my doctor for my MJ card it works best when it is from the same Strain, Plant, Bud. I suffer from all these ailments and I will be growing my own medicine so I want to get strains that will help

The best I have found are two high CBD cultivars.
Hiydrow 16% CBD 8%THC
Honey Peach CBD auto 12% CBD 9%THC

And you can add a little extra THC when needed by mixing in a little high THC cultivar.

 

[PCaddict]

The best I have found are two high CBD cultivars.
Hiydrow 16% CBD 8%THC
Honey Peach CBD auto 12% CBD 9%THC

And you can add a little extra THC when needed by mixing in a little high THC cultivar.

Thank You once again ! I will look for some of those seeds so I can start them this winter and then move them to my greenhouse in mid to late March. I am hoping to have some good living soil by March to plant them in

 

[SPARECHANGE]

wow... and of course, it's ms sue, setting the table. ms sue, u and i... i can just see us n bed, together... IGNORING each other, IN THE BLISS of hours, of DEEP research... oh yeah... ur sooo good!
i heard the words, yesterday, "it's taking over our home and our lives.".
i simply replied, "baby, after 22+ hts a day, horizontal... that's pain & opioids, taking over 100% of our lives... so while yes, a backup for everything that eventually breaks and a few bubble bags I'll never need, again (that if ya sold, just says, 'rob me')... can be cumbersome... I'm taking u 2 meet (I've "met someone!") the 3rd set of potential friends we've met, in over 10yrs... neither of us, is lying down, both of us r out of our prison... i think I'm good with a few bubble bags."... so fire, unfulPHILled... hang in there.
jeez, miss sue- u bring ur romper room mirror, too? i see pc... another, "USUAL SUSPECT"...
great list, miss sue! and as usual: under one roof!

 

[SPARECHANGE]

miss sue, i thought a lil "PC", would b good, here, too.

Money is an issue I cant afford enough to keep me in edibles for now, Which is why I am here and learning to grow my own medicine. I also want to learn how to make oil like intheshed does and fill capsules with THC and CBD oil., I got a Magic Butter Machine and have made some great brownies. I don't enjoy smoking like I once did I have COPD and the smoke irritates my lungs so I find myself smoking less and less. I bought a vaporizer and NEVER got anything from it so I want to stick to oils and edibles.
I was on opioids for 25 years so it was tough getting off them and I agree if they haven't cut your dose down they soon will. No doc is going to risk their license to give you more then what they say you should have. I got dropped in April so the worst is behind me but with all my other problems and there are a lot I still feel really Bad. They did write my a script for suboxone but it cost more then we can afford right now, $250 deductible for name brand that is yearly so if I got them filled it would be another $250 the first of January so I will wait till then to fill it.
I have a long history of drug use but that was another person 15 years ago I am no long that same person today. Honestly your tolerance builds so fast to opioids that it doesn't take long and they are really ineffective for pain management and then if you are god forbid in a fire or a bad accident the pain is uncontrollable due to having a high tolerance. I had a bad experience when I had a joint fusion in my foot the pain afterwards was unbearable because of my tolerance being so high. My big issue is them dropping people flat off, that is in a big part why so many turn to Heroin. Cheaper and stronger then pills and when that's all they can get they turn to it so in a way they are creating this epidemic. It is a bad situation all around. I am planning to stay the course with Cannabis and I have learned A Lot from 420mag so once I am able to make some oil for caps I think I will be good, or at least better Lol.

 

[SPARECHANGE]

he's not alone. i could b him. we share near identical history & kinda parallel, now, as well.

 

[SPARECHANGE]

good day, all. going to do 2 oil runs, today. will return, with effects from unmm- black domina: dried, not cured... and white widow xtrm- well, one, today & the next report, tomorrow, or i won't feel any nuances.

 

[SPARECHANGE]

hopefully, that goes...

 

[SPARECHANGE]

oh, my gosh, kid! it's like discovering air! what up, pc! mornin, miss!

so wow- i haven't taken a capsule, since this time, yesterday and all i had was the tortillas, from oil cleanup, maybe 14hrs, ago. the white widow xtrm, was warmly met, 4hrs, after the black domina, sublingual. sweet jezuz! after that initial 4 hrs, the black d, finally showed up. I've went insane and loved every minute of it, til now... and still, feel no rush, to take something. isn't that a nice feeling? it is the PM combo, i was lookin for. the ww xtrm, was great for pain, all on its own. i may have screwed up, in losing black d's gens, but I'm flush, with the widow. for whatever reason, i won't feel a buzz, again, with this batch, but the pain relief remains... the muscle relaxer effects will remain... it's perfect, if u can hang, through the initial ride.

 

[PCaddict]

I found two strains that boast a high amount of both THC/CBD. One is Super Critical Bud CBD it says it has 23% THC and 21% CBD I know it would not test that high but I think it should still be pretty high in both and the other I found is Kush and Cookies it says 21% THC and 19% CBD so I figure the same thing here, I am sure it would not test that high but it should still be high in both. I got the seeds from Seedsman. I also got some Candida it came highly recommended so I can mix it in with the high THC stuff with low CBD. I plan to make edibles and oil for caps plus a little to smoke of course.

 

[SPARECHANGE]

so my daytime mix is hybrids and pm, just indis.