Chronic pain is one of the toughest battles many people face—and opioids are often the strongest medicine doctors can prescribe. But now, new research from Australia shows a better option may be emerging. Patients who added medical cannabis to their treatment dropped their opioid use dramatically over a year—while those who stuck with opioids alone did not.
Here’s what happened: two groups of chronic pain patients were followed. One group started using medical marijuana alongside their opioid prescriptions. The other group continued using only opioids. At the start, both groups averaged about 40 mg of opioids per day.
A year later, the cannabis group had slashed their opioid dose to about 2.7 mg per day. That’s a stunning drop. Meanwhile, the opioid-only group still needed around 42 mg each day. Plus, those using cannabis reported better sleep and more physical activity—two win‑wins when living with chronic pain.
This study backs up what patients, doctors, and advocates have been saying: medical cannabis—especially products with THC and CBD—can reduce dependence on opioids. It may offer pain relief with fewer side effects, lower risk of addiction, and a better quality of life.
Techniques like adding cannabis to treatment are already reshaping the national conversation. Earlier research shows that in areas where medical marijuana is legal, doctors write fewer opioid prescriptions, opioid-related deaths go down, and even healthcare providers shift how they treat pain.
For brands like High Science, this is more than a trend. It highlights how cannabis, hemp, CBD, THC, and marijuana are increasingly accepted as tools for healing—not just recreation. It’s a cultural shift toward safer, smarter ways to manage pain and support wellness.
At High Science, we’re all in on education, style, and substance. We believe in advancing reform while supporting safe access to plants that help people thrive. Whether through cannabis clothing or strong advocacy for patients, we’re with the movement away from harmful medications and toward responsible alternatives.
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