Medical marijuana is often used to treat a variety of medical conditions, including chronic pain, anxiety, and depression. But did you know that medical marijuana can also be used as a treatment for insomnia? In this blog post, we’ll explore how medical marijuana can be used as a treatment for insomnia, and we’ll discuss the benefits of using medical marijuana as a treatment for this condition. Continue reading “Can Medical Marijuana Help with Insomnia?”
Did you know that medical marijuana can help relieve back pain? Several strains of medical marijuana have been proven effective in relieving back pain. Here at Hakunah Matata, we help patients get their official Florida Medical Marijuana Use Registry Card, so they can benefit from the therapeutic effects of medical marijuana. Here is a list of the top medical marijuana strains for back pain, along with some background information on each. Continue reading “Top Medical Marijuana Strains for Back Pain”
If you’re like most people, you’ve wondered about the differences between THC and CBD.
THC and CBD are both substances found in the cannabis plant, which can be grown as marijuana or hemp. THC levels are higher in marijuana, while CBD levels are higher in hemp. Continue reading “CBD vs. THC: What’s the Difference?”
In the U.S., about 6% of the population will have PTSD at some point in their lives. In any given year, about 12 million Americans experience the condition. PTSD sufferers report debilitating symptoms such as recurrent memories of past trauma, nightmares, anxiety, negative feelings, memory issues, relationship troubles, lack of emotions, sleep disturbances, irritability, overwhelming shame, and even aggression. Continue reading “Medical Marijuana for PTSD”
Fibromyalgia affects almost 2% of adult Americans or around 4 million people. While the cause of fibromyalgia is still unknown, its symptoms are well documented, including: Continue reading “Does Medical Marijuana Help Fibromyalgia Symptoms?”
Around 20 million people live with neuropathic pain, also called neuropathy or nerve pain. Neuropathy symptoms can be complex and varied, as they highly depend on the extent and location of the nerve damage. Nerve pain causes a significant decrease in quality of life and traditional medical treatments often fall short of full pain relief. It’s no wonder researchers, patients, and doctors are all constantly looking for new ways to relieve neuropathic pain. Continue reading “Can Medical Marijuana Help Ease Nerve Pain?”
Medical marijuana has been in the news so much recently, that it’s hard to keep up with all of the different conditions for which it has been shown to be beneficial. Some of the most common ailments that patients successfully treated with medical marijuana include pain, inflammation, nausea, vomiting, muscle spasms, cramping, and anxiety. Continue reading “Medical Marijuana for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)”
If you are planning a trip and use medical marijuana, you have undoubtedly wondered what is the best way to store and transport the medication so that you are complying with all relevant federal and state laws. In this post, we’ll discuss the laws and issues surrounding transporting medical marijuana in various modes of transportation. Continue reading “Can You Travel with Medical Marijuana?”
Once you’ve received your medical marijuana prescription, it’s time to head to the dispensary to have it filled. A dispensary, known in Florida as Medical Marijuana Treatment Centers or MMTCs, is simply a pharmacy that fills only marijuana-based prescriptions. MMTCs must be licensed by the state of Florida to operate legally. You can find a list of all Florida’s licensed MMTCs here. Never fill your medical marijuana prescription anywhere that is not on this list or you are risking arrest and criminal charges. Continue reading “How to Choose a Medical Cannabis Strain”
If you are just learning about all the ways medical marijuana can benefit your chronic health conditions and improve your quality of life, you’ve probably wondered what the process is to get a prescription. In this post, we cover the basics of Florida’s medical marijuana evaluations process, so you can start taking advantage of this life-changing medication today! Continue reading “Understanding the Medical Marijuana Evaluations Process”
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