SCI2017 D2 1430 Workshop 9 - Interactive Workshop |
An Interactive Workshop In The Assessment And Treatment With Cannabinoids For Neuropathic Pain And Spasticity In People With Spinal Cord Injury
Friday November 10th 16:15 – 17:15
Speakers: Karen Ethans and Colleen O’Connell
Objectives:
At the end of the workshop, delegates will be able to:
Friday November 10th 16:15 – 17:15
Speakers: Karen Ethans and Colleen O’Connell
Objectives:
At the end of the workshop, delegates will be able to:
- Describe the use of medicinal cannabinoids in neuropathic pain and spasticity, including historical use
- List the potential therapeutic mechanisms of cannabinoids, in particular THC and CBD
- Critique current evidence of cannabinoids and inhaled herbal cannabis, for neurogenic pain and spasticity.
- Describe how to prescribe cannabinoids for pain and spasticity in the clinical setting and be able to counsel a patient about the selection of cannabinoids when appropriate
- List the rules and regulations for accessing medical marijuana in Canada, and be able to counsel a patient, when appropriate, on the informed process of obtaining medical cannabis.