Nerve pain, or neuropathy, can literally feel like being on pins and needles. By some estimates, as many as 20 million Americans experience neuropathic pain, a relentless companion that causes numbness, burning, tingling, and similar uncomfortable sensations.
With the recent legalization of hemp-derived cannabis products, a new hope called CBD has emerged for natural neuropathy treatment. Taking CBD once daily may help relieve occasional nerve discomfort caused by the normal effects of aging, physical strain, and minor nerve injury.
Join us for today’s CBD 101 blog post and discover the surprising reasons why CBD is one of the most effective plant-based analgesic treatments for neuropathy. We’ll review what the experts say about CBD pain reduction benefits, find out how much CBD oil for peripheral neuropathy pain you need, and learn how to choose the best CBD for nerve pain management.
Introducing CBD for nerve pain
CBD is short for cannabidiol, the active ingredient in over-the-counter CBD oils for nerve pain.
It’s derived from a type of cannabis plant called industrial hemp, which was legalized in the USA on the federal level after the passage of the 2018 Farm Bill.
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CBD is non-toxic, not addictive, and won’t cause withdrawal side effects if you ever decide to stop using it. Best of all, CBD can never make you feel “high” or “stoned” because it is not psychoactive.
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Cannabidiol is just one of dozens of beneficial compounds in the cannabis sativa plant that support nerve health.
CBD and its tiny little helpers
Cannabidiol is the primary medicinal compound in hemp-derived extracts, so it’s called a “major” cannabinoid. But it’s certainly not the only cannabis plant medicine that’s good for soothing nerve pain. CBD has lots of little helpers.
High-quality CBD extract is a treasure trove of plant medicines, including trace amounts of the “minor” cannabinoids CBG, CBN, and THC. Clinical studies show other beneficial compounds, like aromatic terpenes, anti-oxidant flavonoids, and anti-inflammatory polyphenols, amplify CBD’s potential benefits, making it a more effective pain reliever.
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Scientists have dubbed this powerful synergistic phenomenon the entourage effect and think it’s the main way CBD oil products help people with neuropathic pain feel better.
Now that you know more about CBD extract’s active and supporting ingredients, let’s find out how good they are as neuropathic pain treatment methods.
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Certain CBD products for neuropathy may contain up to 0.3% THC. But don’t worry. Over-the-counter cannabis products cannot get you high.
Is CBD oil good for nerve pain?
CBD is a multi-target medicine that uses numerous molecular pathways to soothe pain and support nerve health. This makes CBD products a good option for natural neuropathy treatment.
Researchers have identified five key ways CBD may help relieve neuropathic pain caused by the normal effects of aging, physical strain, and minor nerve injury:
Relaxes the central nervous system (CNS)
Cannabinoids work to stabilize overstressed and out-of-whack systems at the source. Within minutes of taking CBD, it sends waves of relaxation throughout the central nervous system, turning off overactive nerves.
Blocks receptor sites from sensing pain
When CBD binds to and interacts with TRPV-1 receptors, it desensitizes them. The effect changes the receptor sites’ ability to sense pain and alters your pain perception. Ultimately, this leads to a potential decrease in overall nerve pain intensity.
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Flips the switch to turn off inflammation
CBD oil and TRPV-1 receptor interaction “flips the switch” and tells those receptor sites to block all pro-inflammatory activity. As a result, TRPV-1 receptors produce anti-inflammatory neuropeptides to flush inflammation from the body.
Boosts the body’s “feel good” chemicals
Anandamide is an endocannabinoid made by your body that relieves pain. If you’ve ever experienced a runner’s high, you’ve felt anandamide working its magic. Taking CBD boosts naturally occurring levels of this pain-relieving molecule.
Regulates sleep/wake rhythms
Getting a good night’s rest is crucial to feeling your best, especially when dealing with nerve issues on top of everything else life throws your way. Using CBD for nighttime nerve pain management helps you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and feel refreshed in the morning.
Always talk to a medical professional before making treatment decisions that change your current wellness plan.
How does CBD work for neuropathic pain relief?
Cannabinoid compounds in OTC hemp oils are unique. For one, they are virtually exclusive to cannabis plants. But more importantly, hemp-derived cannabinoids have the power to mimic the endocannabinoids your body naturally produces. This means cannabis plant medicines can use your body’s endocannabinoid system to help change the way you feel! 🤯
You can think of the endocannabinoid system (ECS) as the master controller of your body because it regulates some of its most vital functions, from stress response to pain sensation, inflammation, injury healing, and more.
What’s the best CBD oil for neuropathy dosage?
Cannabiva’s CBD dosage chart for nerve pain makes it so easy to find the perfect oil tincture dose!
To figure out how much CBD you need, find your body weight on the chart, and then choose the dose strength you want to begin with:
Low CBD doses are recommended because they are generally well-tolerated and rarely cause side effects in first-time users. If you are a new user, stick with the suggested starting dose until you know how CBD affects you.
Your CBD dosing may vary from that of others, even if you have similar body weights. According to usage and safety studies, safe daily dosages range from 25 mg to 1,500 mg CBD.
Talk to your doctor if you plan on taking more than the maximum CBD dose suggested in the chart above.
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Adjusting and moderating your CBD dosage until you find the perfect daily amount is called titration.
What’s the best way to take CBD products for neuropathy pain?
Take CBD oil under the tongue (a.k.a. sublingual CBD use) for fast-acting relief of neuropathy symptoms in as little as 20 minutes.
Sublingual CBD works so quickly because cannabinoids rapidly absorb through your mouth’s tiny blood vessels and capillaries.
Topical CBD gel or oil is an alternative way to use CBD for nerve pain. Applying CBD directly to the skin allows you to focus on target areas for relief. Combining oral doses (e.g., using an oil tincture or CBD gel capsules internally) with a topical CBD product used externally is safe.
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Nonprescription CBD products are natural medicines that the FDA has not approved to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent a disease.
What happens after using CBD oil for nerve pain?
Fast-acting sublingual CBD begins working its magic within minutes of use, releasing waves of relaxation throughout the body.
Here’s what to expect after taking CBD oil under the tongue to relieve neuropathy:
Within minutes
Cannabidiol (CBD) and minor cannabinoid compounds like CBN, CBG, and THC are absorbed through the tiny capillaries in your mouth almost immediately. Some users report feeling a therapeutic effect within minutes of using CBD under the tongue.
20 minutes to one hour later
CBD nerve pain relief kicks in as cannabis plant medicines send out waves of relaxation and healing. Still, these medicinal compounds need time to build up in the blood, so it may take up to an hour before you feel satisfactory neuropathy pain relief.
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After about three hours
You can expect to feel the full benefits CBD has to offer within two to three hours after your dose. At this point, cannabinoid medicines have been signaling overactive body systems to relax. Over time, they are directed back into a more balanced state called homeostasis. Meanwhile, CBD’s anti-inflammatory properties reduce swelling and alleviate tenderness and pain hypersensitivity.
Six to eight hours later
Peak effects may have started to wane, but you will continue to experience some CBD benefits for many more hours. It is safe to overlap doses every four to six hours or as a medical professional recommends. Record how much you take in a journal to ensure you stay within generally recognized safe dosages based on clinical research.
How do I choose the best CBD for neuropathy?
CBD treatments come in three types: full spectrum, broad spectrum, and isolate. Each form offers a unique set of CBD effects based on its cannabinoid profile, including total THC content.
Let’s briefly explore the main difference between the three CBD types to help you choose the best one for you.
Best CBD option for nerve pain
Premium-quality true full spectrum CBD oils from Cannabiva are considered the gold standard natural neuropathy treatment because they offer the most diverse range of cannabis compounds. As discussed earlier in today’s blog post, research shows that the more of these medicinal compounds in your CBD tincture, the better it relieves nerve pain symptoms.
Compared to other popular brands, you get up to 200% more cannabinoids with true full spectrum Cannabiva, including CBG, CBN, CBC, CBL, CBDV, and THC. Cannabiva brand CBD products are also loaded with up to 90% more terpenes — a difference you can taste in every delicious dose!
Note that all full spectrum treatment options contain trace levels of THC (that do not exceed the federal level of 0.3% on a dry weight basis). This amount of THC is too small to cause any mind-altering or psychoactive effects.
Next best option is CBD with no THC (0.0%)
Not everyone wants to take CBD that has THC in it. Some people, for example, are hypersensitive to THC. Even the trace amount found in over-the-counter hemp medication, which typically does not affect most users, makes them feel drowsy, tired, and sleepy. Others prefer to avoid CBD with THC because they are regularly drug tested.
Choose broad spectrum if you’re looking for a THC-free natural nerve pain treatment. It’s perfect for users who want the benefits of a diverse range of cannabis compounds, just not the psychoactive ones. With broad spectrum Cannabiva, you get many of the same beneficial compounds in full spectrum varieties that promote entourage effect benefits.
THC-free broad spectrum CBD oils contain undetectable levels of THC (0.0% according to 3rd-party lab testing).
Pharmaceutical-grade CBD is for purity seekers
If CBD purity is your primary concern, choose an isolate product. CBD isolate is the most concentrated form of the cannabinoid imaginable. Isolate hemp powders from Zero High® brands contain over 99.7% pure CBD and nothing else — not even a hint of THC (0.00% as verified by independent lab testing).
CBD for nerve pain FAQ
Review these answers to the most frequently asked questions about CBD for nerve pain before taking it for the first time. If you need more information, reach out to Cannabiva customer care. Cannabiva Sales Associates cannot provide medical advice.
