The Journal of Headache and Pain 

Patterns of Medicinal Cannabis Use

Authors: Eric P. Baron, Philippe Lucas, Joshua Eades, Olivia Hogue (2018)

Background: Medicinal cannabis registries typically report pain as the most common reason for use. It would be clinically useful to identify patterns of cannabis treatment in migraine and headache, as compared to arthritis and chronic pain, and to analyze preferred cannabis strains, biochemical profiles, and prescription medication substitutions with cannabis.

Methods: Via electronic survey in medicinal cannabis patients with headache, arthritis, and chronic pain, demographics and patterns of cannabis use including methods, frequency, quantity, preferred strains, cannabinoid and terpene profiles, and prescription substitutions were recorded. Cannabis use for migraine among headache patients was assessed via the ID Migraine™ questionnaire, a validated screen used to predict the probability of migraine.

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Experts that have participated to the study

Dr. Eric P. Baron

Dr. Eric P. Baron

Dr. Eric P. Baron is a neurologist and headache specialist focusing on the medical applications of cannabis in neurology. His work helps set new standards for care, combining clinical expertise with therapeutic innovation.

Philippe Lucas

Philippe Lucas

Philippe Lucas is renowned for his advocacy and research in the field of medical cannabis policy, emphasizing the importance of evidence-based treatments and responsible access to medical cannabis products.

Dr. Joshua Eades

Dr. Joshua Eades

Dr. Joshua Eades applies his biochemistry expertise to cannabis research, developing formulations that maximize therapeutic effects while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and compliance.