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Medical marijuana for tremor?

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Anyone using medical marijuana for tremors or other symptoms?

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ParlePark

Sleep. Works well. Tremors, no.

in reply to ParlePark

So if ones tremor does not respond to C/L is there nothing? Is surgery the only option?

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ParlePark in reply to

I dunno. You asked about med. mar. Which does nothing for tremors. C/L is effective especially after intermittent fasting. But later in day not so much. I’m about 5 years in. Tremor dominate. 1.5 3 times a day. I would speak to your neuro.

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Thank you

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The IF really helps. I don’t eat after ( for the most part) 3 - afternoon take 1.5 at 0730. Eat Breakfast at 0830-0900. Tremors return around 1030-1100. Next dose at 1130. I highly recommend IF.

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Thank youThat gives me some hope. That is a good long time without a dose.

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ParlePark in reply to ParlePark

I also take cdp choline with each dose as recommended by Dr Laura Mischley

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I also take CPd choline. Dr. Dale Bredesen recommends it. I also IF, no gluten, no dairy, no sugar. I skip breakfast instead of dinner. Maybe I should switch to skipping dinner like you do. Sounds like you really research. I’m all ears if you have any other recommendations! I just started Liposomal Glutathione. Not sure if it will help but sounds like it won’t hurt.

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Just DO the basics. Eat well, supplements if they help (depending on you situation/symptoms) , try to get quality sleep, avoid stress and exercise. I take a lot of supplements as I have other issues besides PD. I also am GF and no dairy. Minimize sugar. I rec reading Marc Anderson’s profile and feel Park Bear and others have some excellent advice and have been very helpful to me. Just remember we are forum members and not doctors. We share experiences.

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Jo692 in reply to ParlePark

Sorry to butt in but what is IF please?

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hmm777 in reply to Jo692

Intermittent fasting

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Jo692 in reply to hmm777

Thank you

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Vegegardner in reply to

Enough mag stops my dads tremors

in reply to Vegegardner

That’s great to hear. What kind works best for him?

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Vegegardner in reply to

Mag opti by biocueticals and mag l threonate.

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Thank you!

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NellieH in reply to ParlePark

How much m.m. do you take for sleep, ParlePark, and in what form? How long have you been using it? Every night? Any side effects? Thanks very much for any answers.

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ParlePark in reply to NellieH

Use a 1:1 thc cbd. Marys Very small amount. 25 ML Only when needed. Only need a little. Tincture. Sub lingual no side effects whatsoever. Been using off and on a few years. I also use 10 mg melatonin almost nightly. No side effects. Intermittent fasting 5/6 days a week. Really helps with morning dose

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NellieH in reply to ParlePark

Thank you!

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NellieH in reply to NellieH

Sorry, one more question: when you say "only as needed," roughly how frequently is that? Do you think there's any risk using it nightly in small amounts, e.g., 2.5 mg each in 1:1 dose? Thanks again

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ParlePark in reply to NellieH

Personally I don’t feel it is a risk. But wouldn’t look to members for that answer. Would consult a professional.

I might use nightly then stop for an extended period of time. I use wen needed. 25ML. VERY small amount. More than that makes me dizzy. I use a brand called Mary’s. Live in SoCal. Legal.

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parkylot

I take it in the afternoon instead of Rytary. I’m also tremor dominate. Diagnosed in 2015 but probably had it earlier. Like what it does for my tremor and for a bonus puts me to sleep.

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So it helps with tremor? Oh I hope that’s what you meant. At present I am tremor dominate as far as it being my most visible symptom. Thank you for taking the time to respond to me

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My tremor is extenuated with THC.

Maybe your like me and just need to chill.

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I definitely definitely need to chill. Do you think it’s the anxiety reduction (chill effect) of the THC that helps with tremor as opposed to helping reduce the tremor directly? (Sorry if I’m being a pest. I just have to figure out how to cope with this)

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As no two of us have PD alike I’d imagine the effect of THC and CBD can also vary. For me both calm my tremor by calming me.

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Thank you Parkylot

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RogJen

I DO!! Tremor and muscle pain!Cognition also! 💜💜💜

You use cannabis for tremor and pain?! Cognition? Oh I hope I understand this correctly. I watched YT videos of the amazing difference it makes on tremor then I was told the videos are fakes.

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Missy0202

I am part of a cannabis trial. One more week to go. I don’t know what strength I am taking but I will know once the trial has ended. I am tremor dominant but so far find it doesn’t tame the tremor as much as it helps with rigidity and pain and sleep

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Minmed in reply to Missy0202

My husband takes cannabis CBD for tremors in addition to to the c/l. He takes cannabis THC at night to sleep. It works really well.

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healthabc in reply to Missy0202

please report back when the trial ends... with any new stats or findings

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Tayogi

I use MMJ, for me it depends on the strain I take and also the way I take it. I found dabbing live resin works great for me, it’s expensive tho but I only do it a few times per week. I’ve found that THCV a component of cannabis is really helpful, I’s not in all of the strains though.

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When you say it depends on the strain what do you mean? Have you experienced a strain that reduces tremor? I had not heard of live resin. I will look in to that and THCV. I’m a novice and the more info the better. Thank you for your help

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Tayogi in reply to

With cannabis for me it’s kind of tricky, sometimes it helps more than others, definitely dabbing live resin is the most consistent help for symptoms, I do sativas and I try to get the ones high in THCV, at night I do indicas, I smoke those but I do a small amount, i noticed when I do too much it makes tightness worst, so it has the opposite effect that I’m looking for .

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Wow, it’s complex. This is a new and confusing area for me. I’m in NJ and trying to get a medical card for it bc although it’s becoming legal it will be about a year. They won’t give a medical card for PD so I have to get an anxiety diagnosis. It’s ridiculous the hoops they make us jump through.

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Allyn

Yes. Stops my tremors after 5 minutes.

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Can you please elaborate on what form and dose you take? It has been hard to impossible to find specifics for PD. So grateful for your help.

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bbc680

I take something called Chewba Chews. THC, CBD and Melatonin. I had been taking Klonepin for REM sleep disorder, then read (on this forum, I believe) that klonepin can lead to dementia and I need no help there, so I stopped. I only take the chews at night so can't talk about tremor effects. It does help tremendously with sleep and I smack my wife less often in the middle of the night.

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I’ve been prescribed meds that cause dementia too. I was shocked! I will look in to Chewba Chews for night. Thank you!

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bbc680

Hope it helps. It hasn't totally stopped me striking out, etc while I'm sleeping, but much better than nothing.

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macdavid

Medical Cannabis is not for everyone, but in my case, it has helped me cope with this affliction and is an integral part of my personal treatment regimen. I have an excellent neurologist who manages my PD well with 4 different drugs. I augment my prescription drugs with moderate consumption of Cannabis, primarily ingested via a vaporizer. I also watch my diet, exercise, and get plenty of sleep. Matter of fact, the Cannabis has significantly improved my sleep since insomnia began to increase not long after onset. I want the Cannabis to work, so I use it sparingly. It’s pleasantly relaxing and helps me deal with Parkinson’s. I haven’t smoked a cigarette in twenty five years and have never taken any drugs other than those prescribed by my doctor. Therefore , for me at least, I’ve never been compelled to try hard drugs or found it to be the least bit addictive. I traveled to Europe for three weeks a few years ago, did without Cannabis during that trip, and never felt any withdrawal effects. The fact it is still considered a Schedule 1 drug by the feds, along with heroin and cocaine, is absolutely ludicrous. Do I think it’s good for everyone? No, I don’t. I think it can be particularly harmful for young people. But for an old man in his seventies coping with a chronic debilitating illness, it’s very helpful.

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billPD in reply to macdavid

My PD is primarily dyskinesia. I am discovering if i partake prior to stretching, i get a more relaxed and deeper stretch. it is helping with my cramps and flexibility. i just ordered a vaporizer.

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Juliegrace in reply to billPD

If dyskinesia is your main complaint do you think you may be taking too high of a dose of levodopa? How long have you been diagnosed and what meds do you currently take?

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