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Therapeutic Potential for Cannabinoids in Sports Medicine: Current Literature Review

By July 1, 2021July 8th, 2021No Comments
. 2021 Jul 1;20(7):345-350.

doi: 10.1249/JSR.0000000000000858.

Heli Naik 1, Thomas H Trojian
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Abstract

Cannabidiol and other cannabinoids are being used more frequently for sports medicine-related conditions. This review will help sports medicine clinicians answer questions that their athletes and active patients have about the potential effectiveness of cannabinoids on common sports medicine conditions. In the article, the authors compare cannabidiol and delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol effects, noting the difference on the endocannabinoid and nonendocannabinoid receptors. The theoretical benefits of these two compounds and the current legality in the United States surrounding cannabidiol and delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol use also are addressed.

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