There is research and anecdotal evidence that cannabis can ease chronic pain, the most common cause of long-term disability in the U.S.

There are a number of cannabis products for pain relief that can be taken as edibles, topical solutions, tinctures, tablets and even transdermal patches. Because the federal government still considers marijuana illegal, there is no U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval for its use for pain. However, medical professionals and consumers are experiencing success with cannabis for pain relief.