How does CBD act on osteoarthritis pain?

In the face of osteoarthritis, which affects nearly 10 million people in France, CBD is emerging as an increasingly popular alternative . This joint disease causes persistent pain, which can lead to undesirable side effects.

Many French people are therefore turning to CBD to reduce pain and regain a better quality of life.

Which products are the most suitable, and which doses are the best for safe, effective use? We explain everything in this article.

What is osteoarthritis?

Osteoarthritis is a degenerative pathology that affects joints by progressively destroying cartilage, the supple tissue that enables bones to slide painlessly against each other. When this cartilage shrinks, the bones rub against each other directly, causing pain, stiffness and sometimes joint locking.

Effects on daily life

• Chronic or acute pain, often accentuated by movement

• Joint stiffness on waking or after a period of inactivity

• Reduced mobility: difficulty climbing stairs, carrying objects, walking

• Fatigue and sleep disorders linked to discomfort

• Psychological impact: frustration, isolation, low morale

Conventional treatments

How does CBD help osteoarthritis?

CBD is an interesting natural option for relieving the pain associated with osteoarthritis. This degenerative joint disease causes both inflammation and chronic pain, two targets on which CBD can intervene effectively.

What does the research say about CBD and osteoarthritis?

Several scientific studies have been carried out to assess the impact of CBD on osteoarthritis-related pain. Thanks to its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, CBD is attracting growing interest as a natural solution.

1) Study published in 2016 Journal of Pain

A 2016 study published in the Journal of Painhighlighted the positive effects of CBD on the symptoms of osteoarthritis and arthritis.

• Researchers induced a form of arthritis in rodents, then applied a CBD gel to the affected areas.

• 4 hours after application, the first effects were observed: reduced inflammation and nociceptive behavior (reaction to pain).

• After 4 days, the results were significant: reduction in joint swelling.

Conclusion of the study

Topical application of CBD in gel form appears to offer long-lasting efficacy in relieving pain and reducing inflammation, without side effects. These results encourage the development of CBD-based topical therapies for joint diseases such as osteoarthritis.

2) Professor Philpott's study (2017)

In 2017, American rheumatologist Professor Philpott conducted a study on rats with intra-articular injection-induced osteoarthritis. The aim was to determine whether CBD could not only relieve pain, but also slow the progression of the disease.

Key results of the study

• Significant reduction in joint inflammation observed 14 days after injection.

• Reduced pain thanks to CBD's action on the endocannabinoid system, which regulates pain perception.

What products can relieve the pain of osteoarthritis?

For people suffering from osteoarthritis, CBD oils and creams are among the most highly recommended products, as they enable targeted or global action on joint pain.

CBD creams and balms

The creams are ideal for direct application to painful areas (knees, fingers, hips, etc.).

CBD oils

The CBD oils oils have a global action on pain, inflammation and even sleep. For a prolonged effect, they can be combined with a cream for a double effect.

How to find the right dosage of CBD for osteoarthritis?

Determining the ideal dosage of CBD to relieve the pain associated with osteoarthritis is not an exact science. Each person reacts differently, depending on their metabolism and the product used (oil, cream, capsule, etc.).

CBD is not a drug, but a natural supplement that can accompany conventional treatments, provided there are no drug interactions. It is therefore essential to consult a health professional before taking CBD.

General recommendations

• Start with a low concentration and gradually increase according to the effects felt.
• Before incorporating CBD into your routine, it is strongly strongly recommended that you consult your doctorespecially if you're already undergoing treatment. CBD acts as a natural modulator, but every body reacts differently.
• CBD doesn't claim to replace conventional therapies, but it can improve your comfort of life by reducing the pain, stiffness and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis.