Cannabis aka Marijuana is known for its medical and mind changing properties, but all strains are not the same. I will share my guide to help you find the right cannabis strain for your pain management. It is definitely a certified and established way of medicating. Cannabis has been legalized for medical purposes in various states of the United States, whole of Canada, and other countries as well. There are various cannabis packaging available for medical use. The medical stores provide the patients with the option to choose from various strains from a huge selection of products. These patients are secure in buying these strains because of the fact that they are grown explicitly for medical use and lab tested for quality and safety.
The hard part comes when you are at a medical store and cannot decide which strain to buy out of a dozen or more to select from. Even the most experienced cannabis users get cold feet when deciding which strain to buy and in what quantity. It really becomes a challenge choosing the right strain. Luckily, the science encompassing the marijuana usage offers a road-map for navigating through this difficult decision of strain choice.
Below we look into detail at various ways to help you find the right cannabis strain to help pain management:
- Indica Strains –
You might have noticed at a dispensary that strains are generally categorized into different types. Out of those types, indica strain are the ones which have a tendency to deliver a physical impact which can be felt th
roughout the body. These type of strains are used to relieve pain, reduce muscle tension, boost relaxation, and assists in resting. Due to the fact that many patients find these type of strains helpful in falling them asleep, experts recommend them to use it at night.
- Sativa Strains –
These strains help in pain management by uplifting your mood and emotion. They produce more of a cerebral effect on an individual. Increased energy levels, improved focus, and lowering anxiety are the trademarks of this strain. All these contribute towards managing pain effectively. They are recommended to be used during daytime because the patients can easily get required relief while continuing with their daily activities.
- Hybrid Strains –
It is the best of both world strain including a mix of indica and sativa strains in equal proportions. You can avail the duality provided by this type of strain as per the recommendation of the medical specialist.
- Some Specific Strains –
There are a number of strains available for different pain types. Here we look at the ones which stand out and are popular among patients. This might assist you in deciding which strain to buy.
- White Widow – It is a hybrid strain which derives from South Indian Indica and a sativa strain South American. It offers excellent energetic mood and pain relief.
- Afghan Kush – The best marijuana strain for night time use. It has a THC of 21% and is pure indica. The bud of this cannabis originated in the Hindu Kush Mountains. It offers complete couch lock and complete physical high, which is why it is recommended to use at night before sleep.
- Jack Herer – Named after the famous marijuana activist, this strain is categorized as Sativa. It is very helpful in easing pain while providing a relaxing high. In addition to pain it is also used to treat fatigue, anxiety, and depression.
- Jack Flash – It is often referred to as the all-day pain reliever. A hybrid strain with slight indica domination of 55%. As the name suggests it is a very fast pain reliever; like in a ‘flash’.
The medical uses of cannabis are tenfold. Even more research is being conducted for its uses, as we speak. Cannabis comes in different forms for medicinal purposes. Strains are one of the variations cultivated in the typical cannabis plant for various medical and non-medical reasons. Out of the wide ranges of strains, you can now choose any type as per your requirement. However, it is better to consult a doctor before trying out any type. Simply put, the choice of the strain depends upon your needs being met perfectly, your symptoms, and the characteristics of the strain. Above all sound decisions help you to live a happy and healthy life!
By Hassan Khan
