Cannabis topicals for arthritis
I struggle with arthritis in my fingers.
My knuckles swell up and become stiff and painful.
Arthritis makes it difficult to type on the computer, open jars, weed the garden and all sorts of everyday tasks. While I’ve consulted with a doctor and been offered a variety of pharmaceuticals, I’ve been unwilling to try them. There are simply too many long-term side-effects. A great deal of internet research led me to the dispensary. When I consulted with one of the budtenders, he suggested cannabis-infused topicals. I was amazed by the selection of ointments, creams, lotions, salves and bath bombs on the shelves. These products don’t cause any psychoactive effects because the THC doesn’t enter the bloodstream. Cannabis topicals work to treat localized pain, skin inflammation, acne, insect stings, burns, wounds and more. The body’s endocannabinoid system naturally produces CBD to regulate a long list of functions. CBD interacts with CB1 and CB2 receptors to trigger a range of cellular responses and achieve balance and well-being. Because pain originates in the nervous system, it can be difficult to treat. CB1 receptors are located just under the skin while CB2 receptors are typically found in the immune cells in the nervous system. They are responsible for inflammation and pain. CBD found in the strains of cannabis encourage the body to generate more of its own CBD and lessen pain and inflammation. Cannabis creams are infused with essential oils such as lavender and usually smell really nice. Application doesn’t require any extra gear or expertise and the effects are long-lasting. They have been life-changing for me.