Thankfully, it’s becoming more legalised and accepted around the world with regulations as countries are seeing it’s medicinal and financial potential.
Reduces muscle spasms in paraplegics
A large 2015 systematic review concluded that THC used in combination with other cannabinoids improved self-reported muscle spasms more than a placebo, although the difference was not statistically significant.
Improves sleep
Studies have shown THC products can improve short-term sleep problems, reduce sleep disturbances, and decrease the time it takes to fall asleep.
Reduces nausea from chemotherapy
A small 2010 study of chemo patients found those who took a THC-containing medicine in combination with standard treatment experienced stronger protection against nausea and vomiting than patients who received the standard treatment alone.
Alleviates pain
A large 2015 systematic review evaluated cannabis studies in patients with chronic pain and found THC increased the odds for pain improvement by around 40%.
Studies sourced from: Insider
