Scientists find cannabis terpenes (geraniol) relieve chronic pain without a high
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- Cannabis-derived terpenes like geraniol show significant pain relief in mouse models of fibromyalgia and post-surgical pain.
- Unlike THC, terpenes do not cause psychoactive effects, offering a potential alternative for chronic pain treatment.
- The study suggests terpenes act through the adenosine A2a receptor, similar to caffeine's target, possibly with sedative properties.
- Fibromyalgia affects up to 5% of the global population, with limited treatment options, making terpenes a promising therapy.
- Post-surgical pain, affecting millions annually, may benefit from terpene-based treatments as a safer option than opioids.