Alternative methods for pain relief

[jamiedodger919]

How does anyone feel about the legal use of medical marijuana for pain relief? Anyone tried it, and with what results?

[Tuckamore]

California has always been the leader in these issues. I am very surprised it is not legalized there.

You are probably too young to remember that the "Hippie Movement" began in CA or the place to be in CA was "Haight-Ashbury."  Haight-Ashbury is a district of San Francisco, California, named for the intersection of Haight and Ashbury streets. Goggle it and you'll find some information as to what I am talking about.

CA has been known as a more democratic state. I obviously don't live there - you may find better "climate" info by searching reading up on their state government, etc.

Good Luck on you move!

[jamiedodger919]

Thanks for the response! I'm also pro-legalisation. That being said, I'm moving to California sometime in the next few months, and looking forward to discovering what attitudes are like out there. Any idea?

[Tuckamore]

Hello Fellow Floridian,

I'm an old hippie - who never used marijuana. That said, it's my opinion that it should have been legalized years ago.

I do know ppl that have successfully used the drug for medicinal purposes. It's been effective in controlling the pain and SX (symptoms) of Crohn’s Disease. In fact I have a close relative that has been totally SX free for 10 years. This person had an extreme case and was taking over 30+ pills a day - and was still very ill and symptomatic. Today, no SX.  It also reduces or eliminates nausea in cancer patients. It can also be effective in controlling Chronic Pain - and more. Medical Research confirms my beliefs.

Unfortunately legalization is a slow process. Twenty-three states and the District of Columbia currently have laws legalizing marijuana in some form. Florida is not one of them - with our current Attorney General I don't think that will change.

Only four states have legalized marijuana use for medical and recreational purposes - Oregon, Washington, Alaska and Colorado.

It's obvious I am pro-legalization. However I do not support illegal use of marijuana. The legal system will eat you up - and if you're in pain management (PM) with opiate therapy you'll lose PM - as you will be caught.

Best Wishes,
~Tuck