Use CBD Oil for Neuropathy

Neuropathy is a condition in which your nerves have either been damaged or are no longer working properly. According to Mayo Clinic^[4], symptoms of neuropathy can include numbness, tingling, or pins and needles sensation in your hands and feet and often leads to pain that is described as sharp, burning, or throbbing.

Studies have suggested ^[5] that cannabinoids such as CBD can be an effective supplement for managing your nerve pain. CBD has also demonstrated protective and healing properties in some laboratory models and animal testing.

How does Lyme affect the nervous system? 

Borrelia, the spirochete that causes Lyme disease, can invade the nervous system, creating a condition called Lyme neuroborreliosis.

In the central nervous system, the infection can cause meningitis (swelling of the brain), and damage various nerves in the brain or brainstem. In the peripheral nervous system, the infection can result in pain that radiates along sensory nerves.

The exact reasons why some patients get better with treatment and other patients remain ill is unclear. The potential mechanisms may include permanent damage from infection, neuroinflammation, autoimmune reactions, or persistent infection.

CBD also has some anti-inflammatory properties. This is key in quelling many of the symptoms associated with neuropathy. CBD may also reduce muscle spasms, a feature of neuropathic damage which often manifests in painful, uncontrolled muscle twitches.

Studies regarding CBD oil and neuropathy are forthcoming, but current speculation and initial studies indicate that CBD may be a great start in the fight against neuropathic pain. This is echoed in the testimony of users with chronic neuropathic pain who have chronicled a higher quality of life since consuming CBD.

CBD could prove to be cost-effective as well. The current price of antidepressants and other drugs can far exceed the financial ability of patients. Many may also find that the side effects associated with their use could be just as disabling.

CBD oil is also tasteless and odorless and can be consumed in a variety of forms, including topically, in tinctures, or in capsules. For patients sensitive to certain methods of medicinal consumption, this could prove to be a great benefit.

Resources;

https://www.lymedisease.org/nerve-damage-chronic-lyme/

https://wayofleaf.com/cbd/ailments/cbd-for-neuropathy-in-feet-possible-new-treatment

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