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Study: Smoking "Wee" may ease pain, muscle spasms
14 May 2012, 12:49 pm
Smoking marijuana may improve some symptoms of multiple sclerosis, a new study suggests. Patients with multiple sclerosis in the study had less muscle tightness, also called spasticity, and less pain after they smoked marijuana, compared with after they took a placebo.
Erik Bedard Injury: How Serious Are Pirates Starter's Back spasms?
10 May 2012, 6:58 am
The Pirates defeated the Washington Nationals 4-2 Wednesday night, but the departure of starter Erik Bedard after one inning due to back
spasms cast a pall over the evening. Bedard has been injury-prone in the past several years, and the last thing the Pirates would want would be to lose for an extended period one of their more effective starters. With any injury, it's hard to speculate, but ...
Pumping Away Cerebral Palsy - Research Summary
7 May 2012, 10:21 am
MORE ABOUT SPASTICITY: Spasticity is described as tight, stiff muscles or
spasms that may make movement, posture, and balance difficult. It may affect your ability to move one or more of your limbs, or to move one side of your body. Sometimes spast ...
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Summer activities and beating heat related illnesses - Examiner
27 May 2012, 10:54 am
Heat cramps: Are muscle pains or
spasms, usually in the abdomen, arms, or legs—that may occur in association with strenuous activity. Immediately stop all activity and sit quietly in a cool place. Drink clear juice or a sports beverage ...
Marijuana for MS: panacea or placebo? - Examiner
24 May 2012, 9:35 pm
In a May 24, 2012 article for Medscape Medical News, Fran Lowry reports there is evidence that “smoking marijuana can relieve muscle
spasms and pain in patients with MS.” Spasticity is a common symptom of MS and can be debilitating for some people.
Patient Comments: Muscle spasms - Treatments - MedicineNet.com
15 May 2012, 6:32 pm
Patient Comments are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Never delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice from your physician or other qualified health provider because of something you have read on ...