biomechanical function

Cannabinoids for treating inflammatory bowel diseases: where are we and where do we go?

ABSTRACT Experimental evidence gathered from preclinical IBD models and conducted in rodents point to a strong potential of the ECS components to serve as drug targets in inflammatory diseases of the intestine. Data suggest a homeostatic role of the ECS in the gut. Accordingly, it is believed that the enhancement of endocannabinoid signaling, as observed …

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Aug 26 2019

Cannabinoid receptors and the regulation of bone mass

ABSTRACT Our recent studies in mice and humans suggest an important role for the endocannabinoid system in the regulation of skeletal remodelling and the consequent implications on bone mass and biomechanical function. Although the CB1 cannabinoid receptor has been identified in sympathetic terminals innervating the skeleton, its role in controlling bone turnover remains to be …

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Aug 26 2019

Cannabidiol as a Promising Strategy to Treat and Prevent Movement Disorders?

ABSTRACT Movement disorders such as Parkinson’s disease and dyskinesia are highly debilitating conditions linked to oxidative stress and neurodegeneration. When available, the pharmacological therapies for these disorders are still mainly symptomatic, do not benefit all patients and induce severe side effects. Cannabidiol is a non-psychotomimetic compound from Cannabis sativa that presents antipsychotic, anxiolytic, anti-inflammatory, and …

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May 26 2019

Can Cannabis Help Patients With Parkinson’s Disease?

ABSTRACT Over a 31-day treatment period, patients received 5-, 7.5-, 10-, 15-, and 20-mg/kg/day doses of CBD. They received the highest dose on days 17–31. Patients had clinic visits at screening, baseline, and after the 31-day treatment period. Of the 13 patients enrolled, one failed the screening visit, another patient did not start the study …

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Apr 26 2019

Cannabinoids for treating inflammatory bowel diseases: where are we and where do we go?

Cannabinoid receptors and the regulation of bone mass

Cannabidiol as a Promising Strategy to Treat and Prevent Movement Disorders?

Can Cannabis Help Patients With Parkinson’s Disease?

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