The use of medical cannabis for treatment of chronic neuropathic pain: An integrative research review

Abstract

The use of medical cannabis as treatment for chronic neuropathic pain is increasing in popularity as an alternative for opioids and other neuropathic agents. The aim of this integrative research review (IRR) was to explore the efficacy of medical cannabis for chronic neuropathic pain treatment.

Authors

Brittany L. Van Dover
Maria Rosario-Sim

Author Details

Brittany L. Van Dover, BSN, BBA; Maria Rosario-Sim, EdD, MA, BSN, RNC-OB, PPCNP-BC -- College of Nursing, SUNY Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, New York, USA

Sigma Membership

Unknown

Lead Author Affiliation

The State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University, Brooklyn, New York, USA

Type

Poster

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

N/A

Keywords:

Cannabinoid, Chronic Neuropathic Pain, Medical Cannabis

Recommended Citation

Van Dover, Brittany L. and Rosario-Sim, Maria, "The use of medical cannabis for treatment of chronic neuropathic pain: An integrative research review" (2019). INRC (Congress). 455.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/inrc/2019/posters_2019/455

Conference Name

30th International Nursing Research Congress

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Conference Year

2019

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Review Type

0 1

Acquisition

Proxy-submission