For the past few years, I’ve had troubles with arthritis in my hands.
The symptoms flare up at particular times of the year.
My fingers swell as well as my knuckles ache. It can be difficult to make a fist. I struggle with everyday tasks such as buttoning a sweater, tying my shoes or braiding my air. It’s nearly impossible to open jars. Typing on my laptop is painful. That becomes a big problem, because I work by way of my laptop. I considered a potential prescription from a dentist, however was unwilling to risk the long-term side-effects. I try to stay away from synthetic pharmaceuticals as well as prefer more natural remedies. When I was researching potential treatments, I came across success stories from arthritis sufferers who had turned to medical marijuana. Reading those convinced me to arrange an appointment with a local dentist who provides medical marijuana recommendations. The process to get my MMJ card wasn’t all that difficult or time-consuming. The cost was a bit aggravating, as well as the card is only valid for one year. However, it gave me access to a wide assortment of medical cannabis at the local dispensary. I have found that a combination of tinctures, edibles as well as topicals work well to alleviate my symptoms. I apply cannabis-infused ointments directly to my sore fingers. With sublingual absorption of the cannabinoids, tinctures offer fast-acting effects. The edibles take a few hours to supply relief however include long-lasting as well as more intense effects. I choose products with a higher CBD to THC ratio, but cBD has proven effective in treating chronic pain as well as inflammation.