Researchers will look at pain management and chronic pain in those suffering from post-concussion syndrome, and examine CBD/THC as a neuroprotective treatment for concussion. Researchers will look at pain management and chronic pain in those suffering from post-concussion syndrome. Patrick Neary received more than $500,000 from the National Football League (NFL), along with $400,000 of in-kind support from My Next Health Inc. to investigate the use of cannabinoids to treat concussions and alleviate and manage pain. Photo by anton5146/Getty Images The Research Neary says the research team will investigate the effects of different CBD/THC formulations, which are being provided by My Next Health Inc. Preparatory work for the project will begin immediately; next steps will include obtaining Health Canada approval for the clinical trials.
Researchers will look at pain management and chronic pain in those suffering from post-concussion syndrome, and examine CBD/THC as a neuroprotective treatment for concussion.
University of Regina‘s Dr. Patrick Neary received more than $500,000 from the National Football League (NFL), along with $400,000 of in-kind support from My Next Health Inc. to investigate the use of cannabinoids to treat concussions and alleviate and manage pain.
Dr. Neary, an exercise physiologist and prof in Kinesiology and Health Studies at the University of Regina,...
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