Chronic Pain
Medical cannabis treatments for polymyalgia rheumatica
Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is an inflammatory condition that causes severe muscle pain and stiffness in the shoulders, neck and hips. If conventional treatments haven’t been able to offer relief, medical cannabis may be recommended to help manage your symptoms.
As a CQC-regulated clinic, our team at Releaf can assess whether prescribed medical cannabis may help to alleviate your polymyalgia rheumatica symptoms.
95.9 per 100,000
2 to 3
times more women are diagnosed with PMR than men
1 in 4
people with PMR experience depression
92.2%
of patients report prescribed medical cannabis as an effective treatment for chronic pain
Symptoms
Depression
Difficulty raising arms above the head
Extreme tiredness
High temperature (fever)
Morning stiffness
Muscular pain
Reduced mobility
Sleep disruption
Sweating
Weight loss / Lack of appetite
If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, it’s important to seek tailored advice from a medical professional.
Treatment options:
If you have gout, there are several treatment options available to help relieve symptoms during a flare-up and prevent further potential flares. These include:
Bisphosphonates
Calcium supplements
Corticosteroids (prednisolone)
Dietary changes
Disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs)
Immunosuppressants (methotrexate)
Painkillers (paracetamol)
Physiotherapy
Prescribed medical cannabis
Proton pump inhibitors
Vitamin D supplements
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A word from our specialist
“Polymyalgia rheumatica often comes on quite suddenly, and the stiffness and pain across the shoulders, neck and hips can make simple morning routines a real struggle. That daily burden, combined with disrupted sleep, can wear patients down over time.
When administered as part of a wider treatment plan, prescribed medical cannabis may help patients to improve their ability to sleep and manage their pain more effectively.”
Dr Farrah Ayob
Consultant in Pain Medicine and Anaesthesia
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