Human researchĪ 2018 study found that among 1,483 respondents who reported using CBD to treat a medical condition, pain was the most common ailment treated. The exact mechanism of CBD’s action in the body isn’t clear, but a 2020 study found evidence that CBD reduces the production of rheumatoid arthritis synovial fibroblasts, molecules that contribute to the breakdown of cartilage. The cannabinoid CBD has anti-inflammatory effects that may potentially reduce arthritis pain. Much of the evidence supporting the use of cannabis for easing arthritis pain is anecdotal or comes from animal studies. According to a 2020 review, there are few high-quality studies showing its effectiveness in humans for joint diseases. There’s no evidence that medical cannabis can cure arthritis, and some cannabis companies claiming to treat arthritis have received warning letters from the FDA and Federal Trade Commission.Īlthough cannabis can’t cure arthritis, it may help reduce some of the symptoms.
In this article, we use the proper scientific term “cannabis” throughout to refer to any products derived from the cannabis plant. Products that contain significant amounts of the intoxicating ingredient THC are often referred to as “marijuana” which is a slang term. The two most abundant cannabinoids are tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). We are the watchdog of the government and of the industry, working to ensure legalization benefits those most impacted by cannabis prohibition.The cannabis plant contains more than 540 chemicals, including more than 100 active chemicals known as cannabinoids that are only found in the world in the cannabis plant. Using legislative education to increase engagement amongst our community members in the policy process. These agreements ensure that new dispensaries directly support disproportionately impacted communities. We host Know Your Rights education sessions and promote KYR information to ensure nobody else is criminalized for cannabis.Īdvocate for cannabis dispensaries to formally partner with community organizations by encouraging the implementation of Community Benefits Agreements. We advocate to promote the expansion of automatic expungement, and to ensure anyone with a criminal record is able to access record clearing in a timely manner. Provides services and support for individuals to expunge or seal their criminal records, especially for cannabis offenses. The Coalition supports individuals and communities in the following ways:
Formed in 2019, the Coalition provides a space for community members to come together to share their experiences, and to organize and advocate to fight for cannabis equity and justice.