tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8576518534043843234.post1221854754786494868..comments2023-10-04T11:30:15.484-04:00Comments on Parkinson's Focus Today: Medical Marijuana for Parkinson's DiseaseMagshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17436149078101579405noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8576518534043843234.post-42731892943323621552015-01-29T20:39:37.271-05:002015-01-29T20:39:37.271-05:00While I'm not sure, perhaps other readers have...While I'm not sure, perhaps other readers have suggestions. It may depend a lot upon where you live. Good luck and don't give up the pursuit; it might very well be worth it. Ask family and friends to help as well. Have you considered speaking to one of your doctors?Magshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17436149078101579405noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8576518534043843234.post-59590841584016163112015-01-29T20:19:43.471-05:002015-01-29T20:19:43.471-05:00I have recently been diagnosed with Parkinson'...I have recently been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. after suffering for about 2 years but painful shoulders and hand tremors I can barely function. I have been searching for alternative medicines and have been using natural therapies along with diet. I have severe insomnia and nothing that the doctor prescribes will help me. I would like to know how to get ahold of medical marijuana.trishnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8576518534043843234.post-45180241698370819462014-07-03T21:58:31.237-04:002014-07-03T21:58:31.237-04:00Hi! ... My husband is very sick with Parkinson'...Hi! ... My husband is very sick with Parkinson's Disease. He was diagnosed in 2005, but it became very aggressive by 2012 and he was admitted to Hospital and now is a resident in a local Nursing Home - (and he is only 66 years old!) - Recently, he has been deteriorating cognitively, as well as having more difficulty with movement and pain. I would like to know how to get a copy of your book. Could you please let me know how to order it? ... I would also like to know how to obtain medical marijuana in Canada, when it is not legal - I don't want to rely on buying it from unreliable sources, but I know that my doctor would never consider helping me do anything like this. Thanks! ... "Anonymous" - (for now)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8576518534043843234.post-38905702138013863322013-11-14T14:54:21.712-05:002013-11-14T14:54:21.712-05:00Brava Barbara,
You have pointed out something real...Brava Barbara,<br />You have pointed out something really important for anyone with a chronic health issue: SELF ESTEEM. You are finding that your use of mm makes it possible to not define yourself as the disease. <br />This attitude should help prevent one of the most insidious symptoms of PD: depression.<br />Thank you so much for your contribution.<br />MagsMagshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17436149078101579405noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8576518534043843234.post-31983883595124744682013-10-05T11:30:15.493-04:002013-10-05T11:30:15.493-04:00I think marijuana should be legalized for PD. I ha...I think marijuana should be legalized for PD. I have had PD for about ten yrs now. I tried all the drugs and they just made it worse. so I haven't taken anything for PD for about 7 yrs now except I do smoke marijuana . I really don't kno if it helps my symptoms (freezing and balance) but I kno it helps me mentally! im not so self conscious about going out in public and it seems that I have more self confidence. that is all I take . barbara laitinennoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8576518534043843234.post-39254851177174735302010-11-22T19:44:25.073-05:002010-11-22T19:44:25.073-05:00My bio: As a Texas law enforcement officer I used ...My bio: As a Texas law enforcement officer I used marijuana to combat my Parkinson’s disease. GOT YOUR ATTENTION! My agency never knew I used and I am now retired. I was a supervisor, a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards (TCLEOSE) instructor. I was a Cum Laude graduate from Lubbock Christian University. I was elected by my peers as officer of the year for our county Crime Prevention Commission. My story “Looking Down the Barrel” is book of the month in San Diego. It’s about Parkinson’s disease, marijuana, and the struggle with my disease as an employed cop in Texas.Fitness Training for Parkinson's Patientshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06217506028761094320noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8576518534043843234.post-38260390591289133882010-11-22T19:44:06.127-05:002010-11-22T19:44:06.127-05:00My bio: As a Texas law enforcement officer I used ...My bio: As a Texas law enforcement officer I used marijuana to combat my Parkinson’s disease. GOT YOUR ATTENTION! My agency never knew I used and I am now retired. I was a supervisor, a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards (TCLEOSE) instructor. I was a Cum Laude graduate from Lubbock Christian University. I was elected by my peers as officer of the year for our county Crime Prevention Commission. My story “Looking Down the Barrel” is book of the month in San Diego. It’s about Parkinson’s disease, marijuana, and the struggle with my disease as an employed cop in Texas.Fitness Training for Parkinson's Patientshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06217506028761094320noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8576518534043843234.post-7485984789549588862010-08-19T17:41:12.649-04:002010-08-19T17:41:12.649-04:00I don't understand why PD would be excluded, b...I don't understand why PD would be excluded, but I use MM.. rarely but when i need it i NEED it. <br />Primary use for me is relaxation of muscles. At times i'm so tense that i cant sleep. HAve tried various sleep meds, but hate the various bad symptoms that result... one or two hits of MM and i sleep like a baby!! -Tom MAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8576518534043843234.post-16540160492568509072010-06-17T12:18:15.148-04:002010-06-17T12:18:15.148-04:00The question arises, what is the purpose of presen...The question arises, what is the purpose of present day prescriptions? To make one feel better and capable of functioning within normal limits. There is not one statement in the US Constitution that grants powers to regulate one's medical services. There has been no grant by the PEOPLE to cede any right of control over a person's body to the control of the State or the Federal. Unless we consider that Government regards US PEOPLE as Property of the State. Wait, they have...it is called the 14th Amendment where the PEOPLE became Fictional PERSONS, corporate entities! SO says the US Supreme Court.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8576518534043843234.post-47886804265600707812010-06-12T17:23:53.763-04:002010-06-12T17:23:53.763-04:00The stigma and ignorance about Medical Marijuana s...The stigma and ignorance about Medical Marijuana shocks me. I mean it's one thing when people are willing to ignore a war, or lax oil rig regulations, but ignoring a viable source of pain relief for millions. I mean what will Americans put up with?<br />I'm guessing people don't know just how much m.m. can help with he treatment of these diseases. Or are doctors ignoring m.m. for other reasons? Most importantly: the cost! An MS sufferer can get the benefit of m.m. for about 1/30th the cost or less! Hmm, I guess we can just assume that competing with Big Pharma plays into the Reefer Hysteria, eh? I guess all those free lunches really do add up!<br />The Boomers have wised up. And a lot of celebrities have gone to bat for m.m.. The federal gov't continues to reserve the right to bust m.m. dispensaries and hemp farms. Gee, this sure doesn't look like a democracy now, does it?<br />Well, I don't want to give the impression that m.m. is supported by a fringe element, even if it is. A majority of Americans support m.m. but we don't have it. There's no constituency outside the left coast and a few spots elsewhere. Eventually the laws will change to reflect the medicinal benefits regardless of marijuana's stigma of an exclusively recreational use drug. (That and the cost savings might change minds in high places.)jbpeebleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11386620564536871255noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8576518534043843234.post-84176251631067708912010-04-09T13:30:03.035-04:002010-04-09T13:30:03.035-04:00WOW
Researchers, take note!WOW<br />Researchers, take note!Magshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17436149078101579405noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8576518534043843234.post-40626123236226021502010-04-09T04:27:28.791-04:002010-04-09T04:27:28.791-04:00Montana also has a Medical Marajuana program. Howe...Montana also has a Medical Marajuana program. However, it also does not allow Medical Marijuana use for PD. I am hoping to get that changed, my Grandfather has PD, and I think it would help him. I have used it for years in the treatment of Basilar Migraines. I had them since I was 6 months old, when I was 20, I tried Marajuana for the first time. After a year I had noticed, that they were gone. As long as I smoke, I have no Migraines. They used to come every 3-6 weeks, and last 6-20 days. I am 34 now and I have been Migraine free, for 14 years.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8576518534043843234.post-52489967715134699602010-03-10T10:57:06.364-05:002010-03-10T10:57:06.364-05:00Couldn't agree more - appetite, strength and p...Couldn't agree more - appetite, strength and pain control. Bravo!Magshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17436149078101579405noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8576518534043843234.post-16130032137524663982010-03-10T10:51:44.799-05:002010-03-10T10:51:44.799-05:00A friend of mine who has terminal cancer and has b...A friend of mine who has terminal cancer and has been told he has three months to live, recently tried using marijuana as a last resort. He has now regained appetite, strength and control over pain. It's ridiculous to withhold this natural substance from those who need it.musiknlawhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07628456406514825538noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8576518534043843234.post-27407439709480360192009-10-26T21:09:30.469-04:002009-10-26T21:09:30.469-04:00We stand corrected - and have amended the article ...We stand corrected - and have amended the article to reflect the actual decision of the New Mexico Advisory Board. <br />We also note that severe chronic pain application must be accompanied by a referral from the primary care physicial and from a specialist.<br />"Also, any patient in hospice care could qualify." They must petition the Medical Advisory Board They can contact the Medical Canabis Program Staff at 505-827-2321 or medical.cannabis@state.nm.us<br />There is no indication of the length of time a hospice care patient would have to wait for approval...Magshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17436149078101579405noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8576518534043843234.post-40705944489996039592009-10-26T14:45:18.188-04:002009-10-26T14:45:18.188-04:00The New Mexico State Health Department Medical Can...The New Mexico State Health Department Medical Cannabis Progeram website does not list Parkinson's as a qualifying condition. According to:<br /><br />http://www.health.state.nm.us/IDB/medicalcannabis/MedicalCannabisnewcriteriaseverechronicpain.pdf<br /><br />Apparently, although recommended it has not been approved.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8576518534043843234.post-49259625171214535372009-09-12T04:26:53.624-04:002009-09-12T04:26:53.624-04:00there must be hope for all patients knowning that...there must be hope for all patients knowning that one day we all will not be arrested for having a sack of medicine that Doc Somebody perscibes to me for my disease.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com