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Cannabis May Slow Progression of MS

Posted September 18, 2008

It has been known that cannabis helps deal with symptoms of multiple sclerosis but a new study finds that it may actually halt progression of this degenerative disease.

“Recent clinical trials may indeed suggest that cannabis has some potential to relieve, pain, spasms and spasticity in MS. In addition, CB(1) and CB(2) cannabinoid receptor stimulation may also have anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective potential as the endocannabinoid system controls the level of neurodegeneration that occurs as a result of the inflammatory insults. Therefore cannabinoids may not only offer symptom control but may also slow the neurodegenerative disease progression that ultimately leads to the accumulation of disability.“

This is very exciting news for those suffering with MS. Click here for the study.


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Kelly Brown said,

Hi, gr8 post thanks for posting. Information is useful!

on 12/06/09 at 7:42 pm

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