As the use of medical cannabis rises among adults aged 65 and over, a recent study reveals that older patients report substantial benefits from these products. The observational study, published in Drugs & Aging, analyzed data from 198 patients aged 65 and older who used medicinal cannabinoids, either in flower or oil extract form.

The findings indicate that older adults experienced marked improvements in quality of life, general health, mood, and sleep after three months of treatment. Notably, reductions in pain severity were significant. The study also highlighted differences in cannabis use between older and younger patients, with older individuals more likely to receive CBD-dominant oils and less likely to use THC-dominant flowers.

Researchers emphasized the need for more studies focused on older populations, who have often been excluded from previous research. The study underscores the growing body of evidence supporting the effectiveness of medical cannabis in improving the well-being of older adults.

For more details, read the full article on Health News.