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New Study: Cannabis Terpenoids Relieve Pain
A groundbreaking study has found that cannabis may provide real, measurable pain relief beyond the placebo effect—and Cannabis Terpenoids appear to play a critical role in this therapeutic benefit.
Chronic pain affects millions worldwide, leading many sufferers to explore a variety of treatments, from over-the-counter medications to prescription opioids. Each option comes with its own set of benefits and risks. In recent years, medical cannabis (MC) has become an increasingly popular choice. Yet debate persists: does it truly reduce pain, or is it simply the placebo effect at work?
The results were telling. Out of the participants, 149 (45.3%) reported significant pain relief, 54 (16.4%) reported minor relief, and 126 (38.3%) reported no relief at all. Crucially, the researchers discovered that the likelihood of pain reduction could be predicted by the chemical profile of the cannabis—particularly the levels of specific Cannabis Terpenoids—even though patients were unaware of the compounds they were consuming.
This finding suggests that medical cannabis delivers genuine therapeutic effects for pain management. Interestingly, well-known cannabinoids such as THC and CBD provided limited predictive value. Instead, Cannabis Terpenoids like α-Bisabolol and eucalyptol emerged as key indicators of treatment success.
So, what exactly are Cannabis Terpenoids? These naturally occurring compounds contribute to the aromas, flavors, and colors of plants. For example, eucalyptol, also present in eucalyptus, tea tree, and rosemary, has a fresh, camphor-like scent and a cooling, spicy taste. It has long been used in mouthwashes, cough suppressants, and aromatherapy. Many Cannabis Terpenoids possess unique pharmacological properties, making them an exciting focus of medical research.
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