Nature’s untapped potential
“The work being done by Dr. Streicher’s lab on terpenes and chronic pain highlights the importance of basic research,” said Todd Vanderah, PhD, director of the Comprehensive Center for Pain & Addiction at U of A Health Sciences.
“There are hundreds of unique plant compounds, including those in cannabis, that remain undiscovered,” Vanderah continued.
“Nature creates incredible chemical structures, and many could have potential benefits for human health.”
With millions suffering from chronic pain, cannabis-derived terpenes could mark a breakthrough in pain management.
And while your stoner friend may still swear by a good indica, science is proving they might be onto something—just with a bit more precision.