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Myths vs Reality

Even though medical cannabis can be an effective treatment option for people with pain, its use has long been stigmatized by society, resulting in a lot of misunderstanding. Let’s examine some myths about cannabis.Medical cannabis is made of two components: THC, which...

Commonly Used Terms

Cannabis is a species of plant that makes a substance full of compounds called cannabinoids. These compounds can produce a drug-like effect in the body.The flowering tops of the cannabis plant.Compounds that can produce a drug-like effect in the body. CBD...

Tips for advocating for medical cannabis legalization in your state

I wish all people in our country had safe and affordable access to medical cannabis in their states. Although we are getting closer, many of you still live in states where it is illegal and may have the desire to know what you can do to help expedite the process of...

Understanding Medical Cannabis Advocacy

The Issue Medical cannabis has well-documented analgesic properties that make it an effective medicine to treat many cases of chronic pain. It is an especially important option for patients for have found traditional pain relief options ineffective, and it may...

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The Impact of Pain in America

The Impact of Pain in America

The latest population health data findings from the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC) reiterate an often-overlooked fact: millions of Americans are living with daily pain. Almost 21% of the U.S. population—51.6 million adults—lives...

Learn How To Become An Effective Advocate This Fall

Learn How To Become An Effective Advocate This Fall

This October, U.S. Pain will be hosting its annual Virtual Advocacy Training Series to teach advocates how to use their voice to improve pain management for everyone who lives with chronic diseases or serious injuries in the United States. ...

Summer Camp Lets Kids Be Kids—With Pain

Summer Camp Lets Kids Be Kids—With Pain

Kids climbing the rock wall at Morgan’s Wonderland Camp in San Antonio, Texas, this June had knee braces, carefully applied kinesiology tape, forearm crutches, and other adaptive tools. Some of them used wheelchairs. They all live with chronic pain...

My Unexpected Solution for Peace of Mind

My Unexpected Solution for Peace of Mind

I love the moments in life that can be so peaceful, rewarding, interesting, and, at times, so unexpected. But, when things get tough, sometimes it’s hard to find that return of peace and wonder.  After experiencing a cardiac event during a...

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