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Medicinal Cannabis - Treatment resistant pain, neuropathic pain, cluster headaches and migraines

Medicinal Cannabis - Treatment resistant pain, neuropathic pain, cluster headaches and migraines

The "Medicinal Cannabis - Multiple Sclerosis, Spasticity, Tremor, and Dystonia" course is designed for healthcare professionals interested in exploring the therapeutic use of medicinal cannabis for neurological disorders. The course provides an evidence-based overview of cannabis in the treatment of conditions such as multiple sclerosis, dystonia, spasticity, and tremor, covering both motor and non-motor symptoms. Participants will gain insights into practical prescribing considerations, patient management, and dosing strategies to improve quality of life for patients facing these challenging conditions.

time-icon 4.5 hrs EA | 6.0 hrs RP | 0.0 hrs OM
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  • FLEXIBLE TIMING

  • 100% ONLINE

  • accredited Course

  • Expert instructor

This comprehensive course on Medicinal Cannabis - Multiple Sclerosis, Spasticity, Tremor, and Dystoniaprovides healthcare professionals with essential knowledge about the use of medicinal cannabis in managing neuro-inflammatory and neurodegenerative disorders. Through three detailed units, participants will explore the science, clinical applications, and practical aspects of cannabis-based treatments for various movement disorders.

Unit 1: Headaches and Resistant Pain
This unit begins by discussing resistant neuropathic pain and its manifestations in conditions like cluster headaches and migraines. It provides an overview of the challenges in managing such pain and the genetic and environmental factors contributing to these conditions. Additionally, it touches on the types of headaches and the mechanisms involved in pain perception​.

Unit 2: The Role of Cannabinoids
In this unit, participants will explore the potential therapeutic benefits of cannabinoids in managing chronic neuropathic pain. It reviews studies on cannabis-based medicines, their mechanisms of action, and their ability to relieve pain. The unit also covers cannabinoid receptor functions, including their effects on the central nervous system, and the evidence supporting their role in reducing chronic pain, inflammation, and symptoms like anxiety​.

Unit 3: Practical Considerations for Prescribing
The final unit provides healthcare professionals with practical guidance on prescribing medicinal cannabis. It covers patient assessments, dosing strategies, and the various formulations available, such as full-spectrum oils and isolates. The unit emphasizes the importance of personalizing treatment based on the patient’s medical history, existing medications, and potential cannabis interactions. Key considerations include dose titration, the benefits of combining oral and inhaled products, and managing patient expectations for therapeutic outcomes.

This course is ideal for practitioners seeking to expand their understanding of medicinal cannabis and its role in treating complex neurological disorders. Through case discussions, clinical insights, and practical examples, participants will be empowered to confidently incorporate medicinal cannabis into their therapeutic toolkit.

  1. Plan the management of treatment resistant pain, neuropathic pain with medicinal cannabis.
  2. Plan the management of treatment of cluster headaches and migraines with medicinal cannabis.

This course is designed for GPs and is also suitable for all degree qualified medical professionals.

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CPD Hours:

  • Education hours:  4.5
  • Reviewing performance hours: 6.0
  • Measuring outcome hours:  0.0
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Accreditations:

Royal Australian College of General Practice (RACGP) #414189

Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) #30976

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Study Mode:

100% online

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Study duration:

10.5 hrs self-paced

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ABOUT THE PRESENTER

Dr Orit Holtzman

This course is presented by Dr Orit Holtzman.

Orit is a medical doctor with a special interest in functional medicine and medicinal cannabis. She holds a Bachelor of Science in biology and psychology from the University of Tel Aviv, a PhD in neuroscience from the University of NSW and an MBBS from the Sydney Medical School at the University of Sydney. After working in the public hospital system, Dr Holtzman has begun exploring wholistic health solutions and become passionate about utilising medicinal cannabis as a therapeutic agent. She has been prescribing medicinal cannabis for over 5 years and is one of Australia’s most experienced cannabinoid medicine practitioners and educators. She is the Co-founder and Director of Leura Wellness and the co-founder, former President and current Vice-President of the Australian and New Zealand College of Cannabinoid Practitioners.