Episode 33: Unlocking CBD - Pain Management with Blaine Woods and Dr. Rohan Rao

Episode 33: Unlocking CBD - Pain Management with Blaine Woods and Dr. Rohan Rao

Author: Echo News October 17, 2024 Duration: 45:39

In this episode of Talk of the Town, we explore the growing world of CBD treatment for pain management with two local experts: Blaine Woods, pharmacist at Terrywhite Chemmart Keperra Compounding Pharmacy and Dr. Rohan Rao MBBS, MRCGP, FRACGP, General Practitioner at Keperra Medical Centre, who specializes in medicinal cannabis. Together, they share their insights on how CBD is transforming the way we manage pain, offering an alternative to traditional medications like opioids and NSAIDs.


Throughout the conversation, we dive into the key aspects of CBD:

  • What it is and how it works within the body to relieve pain.
  • The different forms of CBD available—oils, capsules, creams—and how patients can decide which option is right for them.
  • The clinical evidence behind CBD’s effectiveness in treating various types of pain, from chronic conditions to inflammation.
  • The differences between CBD and traditional pain medications, and how CBD compares in terms of safety, side effects, and patient outcomes.
  • Practical guidance on accessing CBD legally in Australia, potential risks, and how pharmacists and GPs collaborate to ensure the best patient care.


Whether you're curious about CBD as a treatment option or seeking new ways to manage pain, this episode is packed with valuable information to help you better understand how CBD can play a role in improving quality of life.


Tune in to hear personal experiences, expert advice, and how Blaine and Dr. Rao are helping patients navigate this evolving field of healthcare.


Guests:

  • Blaine Woods, Pharmacist, Terrywhite Chemmart Keperra Compounding Pharmacy 
  • Dr. Rohan Rao MBBS, MRCGP, FRACGP, General Practitioner, Keperra Medical Centre



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