Kadie E. Leach, MD, views her role as a partnership with those in her care, with the shared goal of helping each function at the highest possible level, free from pain. For many Lanham, Maryland, residents who’ve been living with chronic pain for years, searching for solutions has become an exercise in frustration.
Medical marijuana might be able to help, and is a treatment path that Dr. Leach supports through her practice. Here’s what you need to know about medical marijuana and whether it might be a good fit for your needs.
There are many options for managing chronic pain, and what works for one person might not be the best fit for another. Most people who consider medical marijuana for chronic pain have tried numerous other approaches and failed to achieve lasting relief.
Here are some pain management options that could help with your chronic pain:
If you’ve tried several approaches to reduce ongoing pain but have not had success, medical marijuana might be a good approach.
In terms of its effects on the human body, medical marijuana has been deemed safe by the majority of the scientific community. In fact, many practitioners and patients prefer medical marijuana for pain management over pharmaceutical options.
As a note, it is generally inadvisable to use medical marijuana in addition to opioid pain medications. When you come in to discuss the matter with Dr. Leach, be sure to provide a full list of all medications and supplements you take to avoid potential negative interactions.
Individuals who’ve struggled with substance abuse may want to carefully consider their options when it comes to managing chronic pain. Dr. Leach can discuss the specifics of your situation and advise you on the best ways to proceed.
For most patients, pain relief comes quickly after beginning medical marijuana. Effects can begin within a few moments. You have several delivery options to choose from, so if smoking marijuana is not something you prefer, there are other ways to enjoy the benefits of this natural pain management option.
Some people use medical marijuana as an ongoing pain management system. For others, this treatment is reserved for times when other pain management options are not providing enough relief.
Maryland has approved medical marijuana use for specific health issues, and chronic pain is among those conditions. If you have a history of chronic pain (or another condition like glaucoma, anorexia, or seizures), you can be approved to use medical marijuana as part of your treatment plan.
Many people have questions when it comes to the role medical marijuana might play in their health planning. If you’re interested in learning more about this natural pain relief option, finding the right practitioner is a key part of the process.
Dr. Leach has extensive experience using medical marijuana to help those in her care. You’re welcome to come in and sit down with her to discuss your specific needs and to explore if this approach is right for you.
Booking a visit with Kadie E. Leach, MD at her Lanham, Maryland office is fast and easy, with both phone-based scheduling and online booking available.
