{"id":173775,"date":"2025-10-02T00:34:15","date_gmt":"2025-10-02T00:34:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/in-the-competition-to-be-the-top-remedy-for-back-pain-ibuprofen-has-just-encountered-a-strong-rival-cannabis\/"},"modified":"2025-10-02T00:34:16","modified_gmt":"2025-10-02T00:34:16","slug":"in-the-competition-to-be-the-top-remedy-for-back-pain-ibuprofen-has-just-encountered-a-strong-rival-cannabis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/in-the-competition-to-be-the-top-remedy-for-back-pain-ibuprofen-has-just-encountered-a-strong-rival-cannabis\/","title":{"rendered":"In the competition to be the top remedy for back pain, ibuprofen has just encountered a strong rival: cannabis."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Lumbar pain is increasingly becoming a prevalent issue in \u00a0society\u00a0, affecting everyday activities such as getting up from a chair, walking, or even bending down. This prevalent discomfort has led researchers to explore treatment options that extend beyond traditional \u00a0anti-inflammatory\u00a0 and \u00a0analgesic\u00a0 medications. Interestingly, \u00a0cannabis\u00a0 may offer a potential solution.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 1 --><\/p>\n<p><strong>A Study.<\/strong> A recent investigation published in <em>Nature Medicine<\/em> has revealed that a specific cannabis extract can effectively reduce chronic low back pain. The drug, named \u00a0Ver-01\u00a0, not only alleviates pain but also enhances sleep quality and physical function. Most notably, it does not lead to dependency or withdrawal syndrome, making it a compelling alternative to \u00a0opioid\u00a0 analgesics such as \u00a0tramadol\u00a0.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 2 --><\/p>\n<p><strong>The Problem.<\/strong> Chronic low back pain is one of the leading causes of disability globally, affecting approximately <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.who.int\/es\/news-room\/fact-sheets\/detail\/low-back-pain#:~:text=Se%20estima%20que%20619%20millones,discapacidad%20en%20todo%20el%20mundo\" target=\"_blank\">600 million people<\/a>. Those afflicted often find themselves at an impasse in therapy, as traditional relief focuses primarily on \u00a0NSAIDs\u00a0 and physical exercise without offering substantial improvement.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 3 --><\/p>\n<div class=\"article-asset article-asset-normal article-asset-center\">\n<div class=\"desvio-container\">\n<div class=\"desvio\">\n<div class=\"desvio-figure js-desvio-figure\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The challenge arises when patients turn to more potent analgesics when over-the-counter medications like \u00a0ibuprofen\u00a0 fail. This reliance on stronger options contributes significantly to the \u00a0dependence\u00a0 issues plaguing society today.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 4 --><\/p>\n<p><strong>What Is It?<\/strong> Importantly, we are not discussing the act of smoking cannabis. \u00a0Ver-01\u00a0 is a highly standardized pharmaceutical product that is a \u00a0&#8216;complete spectrum extract&#8217;\u00a0 derived from a patented strain of \u00a0Cannabis sativa\u00a0 known as \u00a0DKJ127\u00a0.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 5 --><\/p>\n<p>But what does &#8216;complete spectrum&#8217; entail? This term signifies that, alongside the primary psychoactive component, \u00a0THC\u00a0, the extract incorporates a diverse range of other plant compounds. These include various <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fundacion-canna.es\/cannabinoides\" target=\"_blank\">cannabinoids<\/a> (like \u00a0Cannabigerol\u00a0 and \u00a0Cannabidiol\u00a0), \u00a0terpenes\u00a0, and \u00a0flavonoids\u00a0. This intricate composition may be vital for its efficacy and tolerability profile.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 6 --><\/p>\n<p><strong>Methodology.<\/strong> There has long been considerable trepidation surrounding cannabis, largely attributed to the historical emphasis on its harmful effects. However, with the necessity for therapeutic alternatives, a team of researchers evaluated the effectiveness of \u00a0Ver-01\u00a0 in a Phase 3 clinical trial\u2014the final stage before a drug can be commercialized.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 7 --><\/p>\n<p>Conducted as a <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.gov\/espanol\/publicaciones\/diccionarios\/diccionario-cancer\/def\/estudio-multicentrico\" target=\"_blank\">multicentric randomized placebo-controlled study<\/a>, the trial involved 820 patients diagnosed with this condition. Over a span of 12 weeks, 394 subjects received \u00a0Ver-01\u00a0, while 426 were given a placebo that was indistinguishable in appearance and flavor.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 8 --><\/p>\n<p><strong>Results.<\/strong> The study met its initial objectives, with patients who received \u00a0Ver-01\u00a0 reporting an average pain reduction of -1.9 points on a numeric pain scale ranging from 0 to 10. The placebo group also demonstrated an improvement but with a lesser reduction of -1.4 points in perceived pain levels.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 9 --><\/p>\n<p>The critical question remains: was the improvement due to the drug? Essential statistics affirm that this result is statistically significant. While the figures might appear modest, such levels of improvement are substantial in chronic pain management. The effects were particularly pronounced among patients experiencing severe or neuropathic pain, conditions typically treated with \u00a0gabapentin\u00a0.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 10 --><\/p>\n<p><strong>Benefits.<\/strong> Beyond pain relief, participants taking \u00a0Ver-01\u00a0 experienced improvements in sleep quality and daily physical activity\u2014two aspects notably impacted by low back pain. Additionally, patients had a reduced need for \u00a0rescue medication\u00a0, indicating a prolonged positive effect.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 11 --><\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, one of the most critical factors in designing new medications is their safety and tolerability. The \u00a0Ver-01\u00a0 treatment was well-tolerated, showing no signs of abuse, dependence, or withdrawal symptoms\u2014even after abrupt cessation of treatment.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 12 --><\/p>\n<div class=\"article-asset article-asset-normal article-asset-center\">\n<div class=\"desvio-container\">\n<div class=\"desvio\">\n<div class=\"desvio-figure js-desvio-figure\">\n                <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"A promising new cannabis-derived medication\" width=\"375\" height=\"142\" src=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/1759365255_186_In-the-competition-to-be-the-top-remedy-for-back.jpeg\"\/>\n            <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Although no medication is completely devoid of risk, the side effects associated with \u00a0Ver-01\u00a0 were mostly mild to moderate and transient. Common adverse effects included dizziness, fatigue, nausea, and dry mouth.<\/p>\n<p><strong>A Hope.<\/strong> This study is one of the most comprehensive to date concerning cannabis-based medications for chronic pain. Its findings suggest that \u00a0Ver-01\u00a0 not only offers notable pain reduction but also tackles related issues. By providing an effective, long-term therapeutic option sans addiction risks, \u00a0Ver-01\u00a0 may prove key in the future of pain management.<\/p>\n<p>Ultimately, while the road to market approval from the \u00a0FDA\u00a0 remains, this innovative treatment could be more accessible than we think, provided future comparative studies with opioids prove favorable.<\/p>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/category\/general\/\" rel=\"dofollow\">General News &#8211; 2<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lumbar pain is increasingly becoming a prevalent issue in \u00a0society\u00a0, affecting everyday activities such as getting up from a chair, walking, or even bending down. This prevalent discomfort has led researchers to explore treatment options that extend beyond traditional \u00a0anti-inflammatory\u00a0 and \u00a0analgesic\u00a0 medications. Interestingly, \u00a0cannabis\u00a0 may offer a potential solution. A Study. 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