What does cannabis research say about neuropathic pain? We've analyzed 4 peer-reviewed studies to give you an honest, evidence-based overview.
Some clinical evidence supports potential benefits.
* Outcomes are based on our curated selection of research reviews. Individual study quality varies.
About This Research Summary: The information below aggregates findings from multiple peer-reviewed studies on cannabis and neuropathic pain. This is for educational purposes only.
Research summaries are our interpretations of published studies. Individual responses to cannabis vary significantly. These findings do not guarantee similar results for any individual.
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Pain intensity of chronic non-cancer patients was reduced by cannabinoids consumption, but effect sizes were small. Efficacy for neuropathic and non-neuropathic pain was similar.
Cannabis-based medicines might be effective for chronic pain treatment, based on limited evidence, primarily for neuropathic pain patients. However, the clinical significance of these findings is uncertain as the majority of studies did not show an effect.
Selective cannabinoids provide a small analgesic benefit in patients with chronic neuropathic pain.
Inhaled cannabis may provide short-term relief for 1 in 5 to 6 patients with neuropathic pain. Number needed to treat = 5.6. Pragmatic trials are needed to evaluate long-term benefits and risks.
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