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Cannabis, Chronic Pain, and Related Disorders

University of Colorado Boulder

This comprehensive course delves into the critical examination of cannabis's impact on chronic pain, opioid use disorder, obesity, sleep dysfunction, and cancer. Through a thoughtful exploration of the epidemiology and etiology of these conditions, participants gain insight into the strengths and limitations of current treatments while learning to assess the literature on cannabis for these ailments. The course also discusses special considerations for cannabis use, such as dosage, timing, side effects, and potential drug interactions, as well as its role in palliative care.

  • Gain insight into the health effects of cannabis in the context of chronic pain, opioid use disorder, obesity, sleep dysfunction, and cancer
  • Understand the epidemiology and etiology of these conditions and evaluate the literature on cannabis for these ailments
  • Explore special considerations for cannabis use, including dosage, timing, and potential drug interactions
  • Discuss the role of cannabis in the context of palliative care
  • Inform public policy, public health, and personal decisions regarding the use of cannabis products

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Cannabis, Chronic Pain, and Related Disorders
Course Modules

Explore the impact of cannabis on chronic pain, opioid use disorder, obesity, sleep dysfunction, and cancer through in-depth modules covering epidemiology, etiology, current treatments, and considerations for cannabis use.

Chronic Pain and Cannabis

This module provides an introduction to chronic pain and its relationship with cannabis. Participants will gain a deep understanding of chronic pain, its epidemiology, etiology, and current treatments. The module also covers the potential benefits and considerations for using cannabis to alleviate chronic pain.

Opioid Epidemic and Cannabis

Delving into the opioid epidemic, this module examines the impact of cannabis on opioid use disorder. Participants will explore the epidemiology, etiology, traditional treatments, and the potential role of cannabis in addressing opioid use disorder, including considerations for its use.

Obesity/Type 2 Diabetes, Sleep, and Cannabis

This module addresses the relationship between cannabis and obesity/type 2 diabetes, as well as its impact on sleep and sleep disorders. Participants will gain insights into the epidemiology, etiology, and current treatments for these conditions, alongside considerations for using cannabis.

Cancer and Cannabis

Exploring the intersection of cannabis and cancer, this module provides an overview of cancer, potential effects of cannabis use, and its effectiveness in alleviating cancer symptoms. Participants will examine studies on cannabis use in patients with cancer, safety, and efficacy considerations.

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