Among the many emergent medical uses of Cannabis is the treatment of fibromyalgia, a pain condition so debilitating that at it’s worst many patients consider suicide just to ease their discomfort. The three fibromyalgia drugs approved by the FDA –Lyrica, Savella and Cymbalta– have a very low efficacy in containing the condition.

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Recommended Cannabis Strains for the Treatment of Pain Associated with Fibromyalgia

Sour Diesel (Mostly Sativa)

Sour Diesel is famous for its distinct, citrus and diesel fuel aroma. While it may not sound pleasant, both the acidic aroma and energizing effects of this strain are reminiscent of a strong cup of coffee.

Though this strain has a stinky, diesel fuel-like aroma, its one of the most popular sativas around. An excellent daytime strain, Sour Diesel (Sour D) provides a smooth and powerful uplift. This strain is as energizing as a cup of coffee. You'll likely feel Sour D's effects mostly in your head. In fact, most people find that this strain renders a purely cerebral experience.

Effects:

Creativity, Drowsiness, Euphoria, Happiness, Relaxation, Uplifting

Medical Uses:

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Headaches, Inflammation, Migraines, Muscle

spasms, Nausea, Pain, Stress

Terpenes:

Caryophyllene, Humulene, Myrcene, Pinene

Click Here for More Blue Dream (Mostly Sativa)

Blue Dream is the most popular legal cannabis strain. It's high-yielding, fairly fast to grow, and has a wealth of medicinal benefits. This well-balanced hybrid has two dominant phenotypes giving some varieties a more cerebral or body-heavy effect.

Those in need of day time pain relief or who need relief from depression, stress or anxiety tend to enjoy the relaxed, calm sensation this strain produces.

THC 22%

CBD 2%

Lineage Blueberry Haze

Effects:

Cerebral, Drowsiness, Euphoria, Happiness, Pain relief, Relaxation, Sociable, Uplifting

Medical Uses:

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Arthritis, Bipolar Disorder, Cramps, Depression, Fibromyalgia, Headaches,Inflammation, Migraines, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscle Spasms, Muscular Dystrophy, Nausea, Pain, PTSD, PMS, Spasticity, Stress

Terpenes:

Caryophyllene, Linalool, Pinene

Click Here for More Black Jack (Hybrid)

Black Jack is a balanced hybrid with long lasting, head-to-toe effects. This spicy flower inspires a lovely physical relaxation and an upbeat sense of ease and contentment.

Medical cannabis consumers often pick up this strain for chronic pain management. Black Jack has inherited much of the body-numbing effects of Black Domina. However, Black Jack is not as sleepy as a full indica strain. Rather, this strain works well for afternoon and evening symptom relief.

THC 20% High

CBD 0.2% Low

Effects:

Creativity, Euphoria, Happiness, Hunger, Pain Relief, Relaxation, Uplifting

Medical Uses:

Pain, Depression, Stress, fatigue, Insomnia

Click Here for More God's Gift (Mostly Indica)

We're lucky to be graced with God's Gift. Regardless of your spiritual beliefs, you'll feel blessed after a few puffs of this powerful indica. This strain is great for severe pain or those that need help winding down in the evening.

Patients with Chronic pain conditions find relief from Gods Gift. Those with Cancer, Parkinson's and multiple sclerosis often find quality night time relief from Gods Gift.

THC 20%

CBD 0.1

Lineage OG Kush Granddaddy Purple

Effects:

Drowsiness, Euphoria, Giggly, Happiness, Hunger, Pain Relief, Relaxation, Uplifting

Medical Uses:

Anxiety, Arthritis, Cachexia, Cancer, Cramps, Fibromyalgia, Inflammation, Lack of Appetite, Migraines, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscle Spasms, Nausea, Pain, Parkinson's, PMS

Terpenes:

Caryophyllene, Humulene, Myrcene, Terinolene

Click Here for More Bubba Kush (Mostly Indica)

Bubba Kush entered the scene prior to 1998, and it's dominated the cannabis world since.

This strain is a powerful indica that will ease your mind and body with a wave of euphoric bliss.

Strong indica effects make Bubba Kush a great choice for cancer and HIV/AIDS patients.

High THC levels stimulate appetite and provide ample pain relief. Potent sedative effects also make Bubba the perfect cure for insomnia. You'll want to stick to night time use with this strain,

Bubba Kush can leave you stuck on the couch and craving favorite snacks.

THC 18%

CBD 0.2

Lineage OG Kush

Effects:

Drowsiness, Euphoria, Giggly, Hunger, Pain Relief, Relaxation

Medicinal Uses:

ADD/ADHD, Anorexia, Anxiety, Arthritis, Cachexia, Cancer, Cramps, Crohn's Disease, Pain

Terpenes:

Caryophyllene, Humulene, Linalool

Click Here for More CBD Critical Mass (High CBD)

CBD Critical Mass Feminised Seeds by the cannabis seeds breeder CBD Crew, is a Photoperiod Feminised marijuana strain. This Mostly Indica strain produces a Medium, High Indoor: 500 g/m2 yield. These seeds are ready to harvest in 8 Weeks in September/October. This Feminised seed grows well in Greenhouse, Indoors conditions. This strain has Critical Mass x Remedy Genetics. It has a Low (5-10%) THC Content. The CBD content of the strain is High (5% +).

Click here for More Headband AKA Sour Kush (Mostly Indica)

Headband is a famous hybrid that provides a one-of-a-kind experience. Great for headache relief, Headband creates an odd yet pleasant pressure around the cranium. And yes, it actually feels like you're wearing a headband. It tends to be a little more sedative than you'd like for a daytime hybrid, but this strain is the perfect choice for a lazy day. Patients tend to like this strain for ADD/ADHD, chronic stress, mild aches and pains and headaches.

THC 20%

CBD 0.1

Lineage OG Kush

Effects:

Creativity, Drowsiness, Euphoria, Happiness, Relaxation, Uplifting

Medical Uses:

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Headaches, Inflammation, Migraines, Muscle Spasms, Nausea, Pain, Stress

Terpenes:

Caryophyllene , Humulene , Myrcene , Pinene

Click Here for More Cinderella 99 (Mostly Sativa)

Cinderella 99 is a super potent sativa-dominant hybrid. Short,fast growing and resinous, this strain is most popular among growers and consumers alike. Pick up some Cindy when you need a daytime mood lift.

Patients tend to like this strain for stress, fatigue, depression, pain and migraines.

THC 22%

CBD 2%

Lineage Jack Herer Shiva Skunk

Effects:

Cerebral, Creativity, Energetic, Euphoria, Happiness, Hunger, Psychedelic, Talkative, Uplifting

Medicinal Use:

ADD/ADHD, Anorexia, Anxiety, Depression, Lack of Appetite, Migraines, Pain, PTSD, Stress

Terpenes:

Caryophyllene, Humulene, Linalool, Pinene

Click Here for More Sensi Star (Mostly Indica)

Sensi Star is a heavy hitting indica recommended for experienced consumers. The combination of a primarily physical body high with a hint of mental energy and euphoria give this flower a nearly psychedelic feel.

Sensi Star is a Paradise Seeds creation. A 15-time award winner, this indica packs a serious punch. The THC content in this strain easily reaches 20%, making it quite potent. New consumers should start slow with Sensi Star. Even experienced consumers find that one or two puffs of Sensi Star is all they need.

THC 18%

CBD 0.2%

Effects:

Drowsiness, Energetic, Euphoria, Happiness, Psychedelic, Uplifting

Medical Uses:

Anxiety, Cramps, Depression, Fatigue, Glaucoma, Headaches

Insomnia, Pain, Stress

Terpenes:

Caryophyllene , Humulene, Myrcene , Pinene , Terpinolene

Click Here for More CBD New York Diesel

CBD New York Diesel Feminised Seeds - LIMITED EDITION by the cannabis seeds breeder CBD Botanic, is a Photoperiod Feminised marijuana strain. This Mostly Indica strain produces a Medium, High 400-500 gr/m2 yield. These seeds are ready to harvest in 8-9 weeks in Middle of October. This Feminised seed grows well in Greenhouse, Indoors, Outdoors conditions. Additionally it can be expected to grow into a Tall plant reaching up to 160 cm. This strain has New York Diesel X CBD Botanic Genetics. It has a Low (5-10%) THC Content. The CBD content of the strain is High (5% +).

Click Here for More Purple Afghan Kush (Mostly Indica)

Purple Afghan Kush Feminised Seeds by the cannabis seeds breeder Dinafem Seeds, is a Photoperiod Feminised marijuana strain. This Mostly Indica strain produces a High Indoors: 500 g/m2 & Outdoors: 600-800 g/plant yield. These seeds are ready to harvest in 60 days in late September/early October. This Feminised seed grows well in Greenhouse, Indoors, Outdoors conditions. Additionally it can be expected to grow into a Medium, Tall plant reaching up to 2.5 metres. This strain has Purple Kush x Pre'98 Bubba Kush Genetics. It has a High (15-20%) THC Content. The CBD content of the strain is Low (0-1%).

Click here for More Dieseltonic (High CBD Hybrid)

Bred by Resin Seeds in Spain, Dieseltonic is a high-CBD hybrid cross between NYC Diesel and Cannatonic. With an equal THC and CBD content, Dieseltonic is a therapeutic variety used to treat mood disorders, pain, inflammation, spasms, and many other symptoms. Dieseltonic is energizing and uplifting with a sweet orange aroma. Its resistance to mildew and fungus makes Dieseltonic a great choice for novice growers, who can expect an 8 to 9 week flowering time indoors or an October outdoor harvest.

Due to the different chemotype, the effects could have a wide range depending on the selected phenol 50% of the plants will carry 1:1 THC/CBD which is great for medical use.

Effects:

Relaxed, Sleepy, Giggly, Focussed

Medical Uses:

Pain, Stress, Inflammation, Depression, Headaches

Click Here for More Cannatonic (High CBD Strain)

Cannatonic is a beautiful high-CBD hybrid with ample medical benefits. The strain does feature a little THC, but levels rarely reach over 6%. The CBD content, on the other hand, typically ranges between 6% and 17%. Cannatonic is an extremely relaxing strain without a long-lasting psychoactive high.

Rather, this strain produces a. calm, relaxed sensation. You may feel a gentle warming or tingling sensation as the body relaxes, but these are very pleasant and not disruptive. You may still feel a bit of THC's presence, but the higher the CBD content in your strain, the less noticeable it will be.

Effects:

Cerebral, Focus, Happiness, Pain Relief, Relaxation, Sociable, Tingly, Uplifting

Medical Uses

Alzheimer's, Anxiety, Arthritis, Bipolar Disorder, Cramps, Crohn's Disease, Depression, Epilepsy, Eye Pressure, Fibromyalgia, Gastrointestinal Disorder, Glaucoma, Headaches, Inflammation, Migraines, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscle Spasms, Muscular Dystrophy, Nausea, Pain, Parkinson's, Phantom Limb Pain, PMS, PTSD, Seizures, Spasticity, Spinal Cord Injury, Stress, Tourette's Syndrome

Terpenes:

Humulene , Linalool , Myrcene. Pinene

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There is no known cure for the disease and patients rely on the three drugs just to deal with the symptoms. Although there is a relative scarcity of scientific evidence on the curative relationship between Cannabis and fibromyalgia, existing studies indicate very positive results as to it’s efficacy in treating not only symptoms but as a potential cure for the disease.

An online survey conducted by the National Pain Foundation found that Cannabis had a much higher efficacy rate in treating fibromyalgia than any approved conventional drug. In the survey more than 1300 fibromyalgia patients were asked to rate the effectiveness of the FDA approved drug they used and for those who had used Cannabis (30%), to rate its efficacy. 60%, 61% and 68% of the patients found Cymbalta, Lyrica and Savella to be completely ineffective. On the other hand, 62% of those who had tried cannabis found it very effective, 33% found it a little helpful and only 5% said it did not work at all (Anson, 2014).

These results were supported by a clinical trial of 56 patients in which Cannabis users reported a decrease in pain and stiffness, better sleep, greater relaxation and a higher feeling of well being after 2 hours of Cannabis use (Fiz, Durán, Capellà, Carbonell, & Farré, 2011).

Like many conditions that are treatable with Cannabis, the deficiency of endo-cannabinoids –compounds found in the body that are similar to cannabinoids in Cannabis- is believed to be an underlying factor of fibromyalgia manifestation (Russo, 2016). Introducing CBD or THC into the body helps to alleviate this deficiency and reduce symptoms of the disease. The combination of the two is believed to be even more effective than one or the other and considering Cannabinoids have an entourage effect both with other cannabinoids and terpenes found in the plant, the potential for disease management and treatment becomes potentially exponential.

Different combinations of these two cannabinoids yield varying results for different individuals, and it is important to consider the specific symptoms that are present when choosing between strains. Although little scientific insight exists on which method of cannabis intake is more effective, it is generally known that inhalation and tinctures produces very fast effects, while eating produces slower but longer lasting effects. There are also topical pain patches and creams which gradually and steadily release cannabinoids into the body.

Anson, Pat. “Marijuana Rated Most Effective For Treating Fibromyalgia”. National Pain Report. N.p., 2014. Web. 14 Feb. 2017.

Fiz, Jimena et al. “Cannabis Use In Patients With Fibromyalgia: Effect On Symptoms Relief And Health-Related Quality Of Life”. PLoS ONE 6.4 (2011): e18440. Web. 14 Feb. 2017.

Russo, Ethan B. “Clinical Endocannabinoid Deficiency Reconsidered: Current Research Supports The Theory In Migraine, Fibromyalgia, Irritable Bowel, And Other Treatment-Resistant Syndromes”. Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research 1.1 (2016): 154-165. Web. 14 Feb. 2017.

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