Small doses of cannabis may help you manage chronic pain while remaining clearheaded when it matters most.
There are now a wide variety of ways to achieve the perfect small dose
While the immediate effects of a large hit from a vape pen or pipe can be clearly felt and provide relief to your symptoms of chronic pain, finding the appropriate setting to do so during the day is often elusive. While cannabis may be legal in Washington state, most who consume it for medical purposes wouldn’t do so as casually as someone opening up a bottle of Tylenol, and that is totally understandable. Relief, most often times, needs to come in a discrete form as you go about your day. Fortunately in recent years, the Washington state cannabis industry has created a number of products that allow people to do just that. A small dose can come in the form of a tincture, an edible, an inhaler and more. The ratio of CBD to THC is an important factor in dosing as well. We now have access to more ratios than ever that help us control any possible psychoactive effects that a cannabis product may have. When consumed on a consistent basis in small doses, the cumulative effects of cannabis may help with symptoms as much a single more concentrated dose.
3 Easy Ways to Manage Small Doses
Inhalers
Each puff from an inhaler provides a 2.5mg microdose which makes it easy to take 1 puff for a small serving, or multiple puffs as needed. There is no odor associated with inhalers, making them an incredibly discrete option.
Tinctures
Another discrete option is utilizing a tincture. They allow you to control your own dose to ensure you’re staying within your therapeutic window. Start low and go slow. You can always take a larger dose next time if you need more relief.
Edibles
Edibles or mints are a good option for those seeking to avoid smoking or vaping. Edibles typically take 1-2 hours to feel the effects and can last anywhere from 6-10 hours. There are a great number of low THC options available that will help you minimize intoxication. Patience is key when using edibles for the first time, as the onset time is much longer than other products.