Determining the Effectiveness of Dr. Thai's Rapid Nerve Rescue CBD Cream for Patient's Neuropathic Symptoms
by Dr. Bao Thai, DC
ABSTRACT / INTRODUCTION
Neuropathy is a devastating condition that continues to affect more people around the world every year. The rise in cases is directly related to the increase in diabetes and poor lifestyle choices. Medication side effects and surgery induced neuropathy also accounts for the increase. The core cause of neuropathic symptoms is due to either axonal degeneration or myelin destruction, both of which are typically caused by neuro inflammation that occurs. My hypothesis is if you can consistently decrease the inflammation and decrease neuronal hypersensitivity at the site, that patients will experience a reduction in symptoms.
METHODS
The cream that was developed went through many rounds of reformulation. We decided upon 1500 mg of a high-quality CBD that was tested to have 0% THC. The dosage chosen was based on research studies. Then we combined the CBD with Agmatine Sulfate, Alpha-Ketoglutarate, and a proprietary terpene blend. The combination of the CBD, amino acids, and terpenes were determined by past studies to be a safe option for the treatment of neuropathic symptoms. Our study was comprised of 300 patient visits. These patients were all current patients receiving treatment for neuropathic symptoms. The patients were instructed to use the cream 3x a day - One application in the morning, afternoon, and at night. This was done over a 4-week time frame. Before use, the symptoms reported by the patients ranged from pain to numbness and tingling.
RESULTS:
The outcome for our study was incredibly positive. Our patients reported that they all noticed at least a 50% reduction in symptoms with the use of our cream. 85% of the patients reported that they were able to reduce their use of pain meds completely or by half. 70% of the patients noticed an immediate change. 60% reported it took only 3 days of use to notice a significant change. 20% said it took 2 weeks of use to notice a significant change. It is worth to note that the patients that took 2 weeks for change all were very severe cases of neuropathy. 100% of patients reported that they would rather use the cream VS their prescription meds due to the side effects and lack of effectiveness. These initial findings are incredibly important as they provide evidence for the use in treating neuropathic symptoms without having negative side effects for patients.
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