Matthew takes 43 prescription medications to manage his multiple sclerosis symptoms. Medical cannabis, he said, feels more effective than any of them: [ Ссылка ]
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Join Matthew Engmann as he shares his story of living with multiple sclerosis (MS) and how medical cannabis has become a vital part of his treatment.
From the challenges of managing MS symptoms to the transformative effects of his homemade cannabis oil, Matthew's story sheds light on the impact that natural plant medicine has had on improving his quality of life.
"On a bad day, the pain could be a seven out of 10," he said. "Within an hour of consuming cannabis, it invariably will be a three out of 10. So, it makes a very, very large difference."
Matthew opens up about his experiences with MS, including the neuropathic pain and spasticity that impact his daily life. Despite undergoing various conventional treatments, Matthew found that cannabis offered him more effective relief with fewer side effects, allowing him to be present for his family.
Key Moments:
• Introduction to Matthew's journey living with multiple sclerosis and the challenges he faces with neuropathic pain and spasticity
• The limitations of conventional medications in managing Matthew's MS symptoms and the decision to explore cannabis as an alternative treatment
• Matthew's process of creating cannabis oil at home and determining the optimal dosage for his needs
• The profound effects of cannabis oil on Matthew's pain and spasticity, providing him with significant relief and improving his quality of life
• Comparison of cannabis to pharmaceutical medications and the reduction in side effects experienced with cannabis use
• Matthew's dedication to being present for his family and the positive impact of cannabis on his ability to manage pain and be a supportive husband and father
Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction to Matthew's journey living with multiple sclerosis and the challenges he faces with neuropathic pain and spasticity
1:31 - Matthew's earliest experiences and experimentation with cannabis in his younger years
2:18 - The limitations of conventional medications in managing Matthew's MS symptoms and the decision to explore cannabis as an alternative treatment
2:57 - Matthew's process of creating cannabis oil at home and determining the optimal dosage for his needs
4:10 - The profound effects of cannabis oil on Matthew's pain and spasticity, providing him with significant relief and improving his quality of life
4:45 - Comparison of cannabis to pharmaceutical medications and the reduction in side effects experienced with cannabis use
5:42 - Matthew's dedication to being present for his family and the positive impact of cannabis on his ability to manage pain
Through research, education, and advocacy, Matthew encourages others to consider the therapeutic benefits of cannabis and to take control of their health and well-being.
"It's not really about me," he said. "It's about what it does for my wife and kids."
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