Can medical marijuana help in the healing process? Is it effective pain management? Can it be used to treat chronic pain, fibromyalgia, serious knee and joint pain? I certainly think so. I’ve personally seen its benefits in my Cincinnati patients. But don’t just take my
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Yes, Most Medical Marijuana Patients Use It to Treat Pain
Can medical marijuana be used to treat chronic pain? Absolutely! “Pain that is either chronic and severe or intractable” is one of the 23 conditions recognized by the State of Ohio as being treatable with medical cannabis. In fact, most people who use medical cannabis
The Juhi Ash Center in NYC Welcomes Dr. Blatman To Their Practice
Dr. Blatman is pleased to officially announce that he has joined the integrative medical team at Juhi Ash Center in New York City where he will be practicing on Thursdays and Fridays. Dr. Blatman continues to see patients out of the Cincinnati office Monday through
Is Stem Cell Treatments for MS Effective? The Research is Encouraging
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease that attacks your central nervous system. The resulting damage disrupts your brain’s communication with the rest of your body. Symptoms include weakness, tingling or numbness in your limbs, trouble speaking, chronic pain, depression, and vision loss. The disease
Can Stem Cells Help Treat COPD? New Studies Are Encouraging
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a progressive lung disease that affects millions of people in the US. Over 16.4 million people in the US have been diagnosed with this disease — another 18 million people likely have it and don’t even know it. People
How to Get a Medical Marijuana Recommendation (Prescription) in 4 Easy Steps
How do you get a medical marijuana prescription in the State of Ohio? You don’t — technically. But what you can get is the next best thing — a medical marijuana recommendation from a medical marijuana doctor certified by the state to make such recommendations.
Considering Medical Marijuana? Why CBD Strains Work Best for Pain
Are you one of the 100 million Americans who suffer from chronic pain symptoms? Pain can range from minor to debilitating. In extreme cases, it can significantly limit your ability to enjoy life and even function normally. Traditional medicine treats severe pain symptoms with opiates
Is Your Back Pain Serious Enough to See a Doctor?
Every case of back pain is unique — but ignoring serious back pain will only make it worse. How can you tell if your back pain is serious? Can you tough through it or do you need a doctor? The answer depends not only on
How Long Does Stem Cell Therapy Last?
At our health and wellness clinics in Cincinnati and New York, we offer stem cell therapy for knees, backs, necks, and other areas of injury. One question we’re frequently asked is this: How long do stem cell injections last? That’s a difficult question to answer,
Natural Treatment Relief for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Does your hand ever feel like it’s going to sleep? Do you feel a numb tingling and aching pain? You may be suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome. It’s a common condition caused by repetitive movement such as working on a computer or playing an instrument.
New FDA Guidelines Make It Easier to Greenlight CBD Products
Patients and fans of CBD oil, pills and other products will appreciate the newly updated guidelines recently rolled out by the US Food & Drug Administration. The new guidance will make it easier to approve CBD-based medicines — including CBD oil, CBD pills, and other
Survey: Ohio Patients Annoyed by High Prices for Medical Cannabis
In order to procure medical marijuana legally in the state of Ohio, you need a medical marijuana card — and a heaping pile of cash. High cannabis prices have left many in Ohio’s medical marijuana community disgruntled. In fact, 62% of all medical cannabis patients
Leg or Buttock Pain? 7 Signs You May Suffer from Piriformis Syndrome
Located in the buttocks, your piriformis is the muscle responsible for rotating the leg and stabilizing lower body movement, enabling you to walk and shift weight. Your sciatic nerve is a thick and long nerve located near the piriformis muscle that goes down the back
Nebraskans to Decide on Legalizing Medical Marijuana This November
If voters approve the measure, Nebraska may be the next state to approve medical marijuana. Medical marijuana has been certified for inclusion on Nebraska’s general election ballot. Secretary of State Bob Evnen confirmed he would certify the initiative proposal for a constitutional amendment to legalize
4 Easy Exercises for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS), commonly known as musician’s injury, is a group of disorders that occur when there is compression, injury, or irritation of the nerves and/or blood vessels (arteries and veins) in the lower neck and upper chest area. The condition is named for
Natural Relief for Back Pain: A Holistic Approach
Back pain is common yet potentially debilitating. In fact, back pain causes more disability globally than any other condition, according to a 2010 study published in the Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases. Roughly 8 out of 10 adults experience some form of back pain during