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Spondylolisthesis is a painful condition that can cause significant discomfort and mobility issues that severely impact daily life, making it challenging to manage effectively. While many are prescribed painkillers and physiotherapy on the NHS to help manage spondylolisthesis symptoms, medical cannabis has emerged as a promising new alternative and adjunctive treatment option at private healthcare clinics in the UK like Releaf.
Am I eligible?Over 90% of spondylolisthesis cases occur at the L5-S1 level.
Between 3.6% and 18% of the population may have spondylolisthesis.
84% of those who have tried it say medical cannabis is an effective pain treatment.
Number 1 condition in the UK being treated with medical cannabis is chronic pain.
Lower back pain
Numbness or tingling that spreads down back into leg
Pain in buttocks
Sciatic nerve pain
Stiffening of the back
Tight hamstrings
Trouble walking or standing
If you are suffering from any of these symptoms, please speak with your GP to find out more.
When a person first seeks medical attention for their spondylolisthesis, they’re often told to avoid activities that make exacerbate their pain, and are prescribed painkillers to help manage. This is typically accompanied by physiotherapy to stretch and strengthen muscles, and in extreme cases surgery may be considered.
Anti-inflammatory painkillers
Back brace
Pars repair surgery
Physiotherapy
Spinal decompression
Spinal fusion
Steroid injections
Whether you’re new to cannabis-based medicines, switching from another medical cannabis clinic, or self-medicating, we’ll put you back in control of your health.
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There are six main types of spondylolisthesis including degenerative spondylolisthesis, isthmic spondylolisthesis, congenital spondylolisthesis, traumatic spondylolisthesis, pathological spondylolisthesis and postsurgical spondylolisthesis - each of which presents its own unique set of challenges. But, every type of spondylolisthesis causes pain, which often then poorly impacts sleep, mood, and quality of life.
For those living with spondylolisthesis, if traditional treatments have been unable to meet your needs and manage your symptoms, you may be considered eligible for a bespoke, personalised medical cannabis spondylolisthesis treatment plan at Releaf.
This is because medical cannabis has shown to interact with the way our brains perceive and respond to pain signals, and it has shown particularly promising results for those who have experienced unpleasant, or debilitating side effects from traditional treatments like opioid-based painkillers.
In addition to its positive influence on pain perception, medical cannabis has also shown to improve sleep quality, as well as anxiety or depression, which can have a positive effect on overall quality of life - making it particularly promising for those with spondylolisthesis.
Medical cannabis treatment plans are tailored to each individual at Releaf, taking their symptoms, lifestyle, and budget into account. To find out if you could be eligible for these options, or to discover more about the alternative treatments on offer at Releaf, enquire today.
