Rohan Kumar Rohan Kumar Asked 9 months ago

Does cbd help with back pain?

Because of my desk job, I've had persistent lower back pain for months. I've tried everything from physio to local balms, but nothing seems to give lasting relief. A colleague mentioned CBD for chronic pain; is it effective for back pain too?

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Venkatesh Prasad Venkatesh Prasad Joined May 2026 5 months ago
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I have seen many members here post about back pain. CBD can temporarily relieve muscle spasm pain, but please combine it with gentle core strengthening exercises for long-term relief.

Kabir Luthra Kabir Luthra Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Hey, don't stress too much about your back pain! Try some simple stretches first, and if you want to try CBD, a local ointment can help relax the tight muscles.

Deepika Shah Deepika Shah Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

I have had lower back pain from sitting at my desk all day. Does CBD actually help, or does it just make you sleepy? I am a bit hesitant to try.

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Priya Sen Priya Sen Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

Yes, many people find it really soothing for back aches! Just make sure to buy a good quality brand and massage it gently.

Rohan Salvi Rohan Salvi Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Actually, it works really well for desk-job back stiffness, yaar. I apply a little bit before sleeping and the morning stiffness is much less.

Anil Deshmukh Anil Deshmukh Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Since I have high BP, I have to be very careful with my lifestyle and the meds I take. If you have chronic back pain, make sure to get a proper medical checkup before taking any supplements.

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Simranjeet Kaur Simranjeet Kaur Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

My son had severe back fatigue from carrying heavy college bags and sitting for long study hours. We tried CBD gel and it helped soothe the ache, but regular posture correction is what truly helped.

Savitri Joshi Savitri Joshi Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

A warm hot water bag with some mustard oil massage works wonders for back ache. But if the pain goes down your legs, please see a doctor immediately as it could be sciatica.

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