Course Summary
This course explores the use of medical cannabis for pain management. Students will learn about the science behind medical cannabis, the legal and ethical considerations, and the practical applications for pain control.Key Learning Points
- Understand the science behind medical cannabis and how it can be used for pain management.
- Explore the legal and ethical considerations surrounding medical cannabis use.
- Learn about the practical applications of medical cannabis for pain control.
Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have
- Medical Marijuana Dispensary Manager
- USA: $50,000 - $70,000
- India: INR 4,00,000 - INR 6,00,000
- Spain: €22,000 - €28,000
- Medical Cannabis Consultant
- USA: $40,000 - $60,000
- India: INR 3,00,000 - INR 5,00,000
- Spain: €18,000 - €24,000
- Medical Cannabis Researcher
- USA: $60,000 - $100,000
- India: INR 5,00,000 - INR 8,00,000
- Spain: €28,000 - €40,000
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the science behind medical cannabis and how it can be used for pain management.
- Explore the legal and ethical considerations surrounding medical cannabis use.
- Gain practical knowledge of medical cannabis for pain control.
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic understanding of medical terminology
- Access to a computer and internet connection
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
Similar Courses
- Cannabis Science and Industries: Seeds to Needs
- Medical Marijuana for Pain Management
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Neurosurgeon and CNN Medical Correspondent
- Neurologist and Medical Cannabis Researcher
Related Books
Description
Cannabis is a group of flowering plants that has been long used for industrial, recreational and medical purposes. When relating to its medical use, the terms "Medical Cannabis" or "Medical marijuana" has become prevalent. In this course we will use the term "Medical Cannabis". Nowadays, Medical Cannabis involves multiple medical disciplines such as neuroscience, pain, pharmacology, oncology, psychiatry and more. Moreover, it has cultural, agricultural and social, legal and political implications.
Outline
- Welcome and Introduction
- General Information about the Course
- Survey
- What is pain?
- Is pain truly a defense mechanism?
- Impact on society
- Physiology of pain
- Pain modulation
- Pharmalogical treatment of pain
- Non-pharmacological pain treatment
- Modern approaches to pain therapy
- What is pain (1)
- What is pain (2)
- What is pain (3)
- History of medical cannabis and early human contact with cannabis
- Medical use
- History
- Botanic
- Cannabis botanics
- Botanics
- Interactions between cannabis and our body
- Ways of consumption
- Cannabinoid pharmacokinetics
- Physiological effects on cannabinoids on pain systems in the brain
- Physiological effects cannabis on pain systems in the body
- Interaction with the body
- Effectiveness for pain
- Analgesic effectiveness
- Medical Cannabis for acute pain
- Cannabis and headache
- Pain in joints back and neck
- Neuropathic pain
- Pain in internal organs
- Cancer pain
- Chronic pain - an overview
- Analgesic effects
- Effectiveness of cannabis on other conditions
- Psychiatric conditions
- Neurological conditions
- Sleep
- MC for other health conditions
- Other conditions
- Safety
- Cannabis psychotropic effects
- Cannabis and driving
- Pregnancy and maternity
- Cannabis and the heart
- Safety
- Safety: Lesson Choices
Summary of User Reviews
Discover the benefits of medical cannabis for pain control in this course on Coursera. Students have praised the comprehensive curriculum and expert instructors. Many users found the focus on evidence-based research particularly helpful.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
The course provides evidence-based research on medical cannabis and its benefits for pain control.Pros from User Reviews
- Comprehensive curriculum covering a range of topics related to medical cannabis and pain control
- Expert instructors who are knowledgeable and approachable
- Useful resources and tools provided to enhance learning and understanding
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course content to be too basic or repetitive
- Limited interaction with other students in the course
- Not all states or countries have legalized medical cannabis, making the content less relevant for some learners
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