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Empowering Change: Harnessing Cannabinoids for Spinal Cord Injury Therapy

Empowering Change: Harnessing Cannabinoids for Spinal Cord Injury Therapy

Introduction

In the realm of therapeutic interventions for spinal cord injuries (SCI), the exploration of cannabinoids has emerged as a promising frontier. The systematic review titled "The Therapeutic Potential and Usage Patterns of Cannabinoids in People with Spinal Cord Injuries" offers valuable insights into the efficacy and safety of cannabinoid use for managing pain and spasticity in SCI patients. This blog delves into the findings of this research, encouraging practitioners to consider the implications and explore further studies to enhance therapeutic outcomes for their patients.

Understanding the Research

The systematic review analyzed 34 studies, including both observational and experimental research, to assess the therapeutic potential of cannabinoids in SCI patients. The findings suggest that cannabinoids may offer significant relief from pain and spasticity, with 83% and 100% of experimental studies reporting statistically significant improvements, respectively. However, the magnitude and clinical significance of these effects remain unclear, highlighting the need for more rigorous research.

Key Findings and Implications

These findings underscore the potential of cannabinoids as an adjunctive therapy for SCI-related symptoms. However, practitioners should be cautious due to the variability in study quality and the need for standardized dosing and administration methods.

Call to Action for Practitioners

Given the promising yet inconclusive results, practitioners are encouraged to advocate for and participate in further research to establish standardized protocols for cannabinoid use in SCI therapy. Long-term, double-blind randomized control trials (RCTs) are essential to determine optimal dosages, methods of administration, and the composition of cannabinoid compounds.

Conclusion

While the current evidence suggests potential benefits of cannabinoids in managing SCI symptoms, the need for more robust research is evident. Practitioners have a pivotal role in advancing this field by supporting research initiatives and integrating evidence-based practices into their therapeutic approaches.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: The Therapeutic Potential and Usage Patterns of Cannabinoids in People with Spinal Cord Injuries: A Systematic Review.


Citation: Nabata, K. J., Tse, E. K., Nightingale, T. E., Lee, A. H. X., Eng, J. J., Querée, M., Walter, M., & Krassioukov, A. V. (2021). The therapeutic potential and usage patterns of cannabinoids in people with spinal cord injuries: A systematic review. Current Neuropharmacology, 19(3), 402-432. https://doi.org/10.2174/1570159X18666200420085712
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

Author's Note: Marnee Brick, TinyEYE President, and her team collaborate to create our blogs. They share their insights and expertise in the field of Speech-Language Pathology, Online Therapy Services and Academic Research.

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