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DEGENERATIVE DISC DISORDER:

Treating Degenerative Disc Disorder
with Medical Marijuana

What is Degenerative Disc Disorder?

Discs within the human spine undergo regular changes, but when those changes cause pain, it is known as Degenerative Disc Disorder. The discs within the spine act as shocks between the bones within the spine and allow you to remain flexible. When these discs wear down over time leading to pain, the diagnosis of Degenerative Disc Disorder is typically made. Fortunately, Degenerative Disc Disorder may be a qualifying condition for medical marijuana in Florida. Contact a Florida medical marijuana doctor today to see if you qualify!

Symptoms of Degenerative Disc Disorder

Symptoms of Degenerative Disc Disorder can include, but are not limited to:

  • Pain in lower back
  • Pain in buttocks
  • Pain in thighs
  • Fluctuating pain
  • Increased pain with sitting
  • Increased pain from bending or twisting
  • Decreased pain from laying down
  • Numbness in extremities

Side Effects of Cannabis for Degenerative Disc Disorder

Side effects of marijuana use can include changes in:

  • Sleep
  • Fatigue
  • Memory
  • Appetite
  • Mood
  • Reaction Time
  • Paranoia

Will Marijuana Help Degenerative Disc Disorder?

Research has shown that using cannabis may have a tremendous benefit on patients suffering from Degenerative Disc, and the ingredient of CBD in particular is extremely promising. Many patients find that medical marijuana relieves many of the symptoms associated with Degenerative Disc, including discomfort and pain. Many studies show that reducing inflammation is a key to reducing pain from Degenerative Disk, and medical marijuana, and in particular CBD, has strong anti-inflammatory effects. (Study Here) Other side effects of Degenerative Disc, such as nausea, fatigue, and even mood swings have been shown to be potentially reduced with the use of medical marijuana.

Medical Marijuana
Doctor Near Me

If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with Degenerative Disc Disorder in Florida and are interested in how medical marijuana may be able to help you, take our qualification survey and schedule an appointment today!

Read what others say about
Medical Marijuana and Degenerative Disc Disorder

Mary, 76

Summerfield Medical Marijuana Doctor

– 6 months on medical cannabis
– Back Pain, sleeping problems

Pain kept me awake at night. I seldom got a full night’s sleep. My doctor gave me a prescription drug and it helped but when I wanted to stop using it I found I had to detox myself. I applied for the medical marijuana and pain reduced big time. Now I can relax and sleep, now I can volunteer and do all the activities I love.

Richard B., 71

Pensacola Medical Marijuana Doctor

– 2 1/2 months on medical cannabis
– PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder)

I’m a front line combat veteran. I was in Vietnam– July 67-68. The medical marijuana has given me some mental peace that I have not experienced in 50 years. It doesn’t take it away but it does soften the past experiences of combat.

Margaret, 89

Summerfield Medical Marijuana Doctor

– 2 months on medical cannabis
– Severe and chronic pain, arthritis

I have suffered terribly with post-herpetic neuropathy (after-shingles nerve damage), causing pain at night that is easily a 9/10 on a scale of 10, plus severe arthritis, back and leg pain. Since taking CBD tincture for two months, I have NO shingles pain during the night and, for the first time in almost 5 years, I’m getting a full night’s sleep! I also have days where I feel better all over than I have in the past 20 years! I find the results miraculous and the answer to a prayer. My quality of life has totally changed for the good.

Emily, 32

Tallahassee medical marijuana doctor

– 6 months on medical cannabis
– Lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, shrinking lung syndrome
– Previously treated with opioids, benzodiazepines

(click to view video testimonial)

Excerpt: “With the medical cannabis and coming off of all the narcotics and opioids, I’m able to function as more so myself these days. My pulmonary function tests have changed drastically. My diffusion capacity went from 0.14% to about 85% within the last year, so we’re hoping to get me back to work within the next year depending on how this process goes…”

Jay, 57

Pensacola Medical Marijuana Doctor

– 5 months on medical cannabis
– Severe and Chronic Pain, migraines, arthritis
– Previously treated with opioids

Off opioids. Blood sugar down. Whole body arthritis, off more pills. Multiple chronic conditions. Plants, not pills. My experiences are 100% positive; and I have regained the will, and desire, to face today….and tomorrow. NOTE: sharing my experience, not giving medical advice; each patient is different.

Aurelien, 33

Pensacola Medical Marijuana Doctor

– 2 months on medical cannabis
– Psychiatric Conditions‎

I have been dealing with psychiatric conditions all my life, and recently finally got it diagnosed. After trying conventional medicine for a few years, I decided to give MMJ a try.
The relief it has given me has been unparalleled. According to everyone close to me, I seem better. I haven’t had an episode yet while medicated.

M.A., 57

Tallahassee medical marijuana doctor

– 2 years on medical cannabis
– Degenerative Disc Disorder, Osteoarthritis, Fibromyalgia, PTSD, Anxiety, Depression

I live with a 3 level titanium neck. I have severe osteoarthritis. Severe fibromyalgia. Ptsd. Major anxiety. Bouts of depression. I am cane and wheelchair free by the grace of God and his plant.

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