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Full-spectrum extract from Cannabis sativa DKJ127 for chronic low back pain: a phase 3 randomized placebo-controlled trial.

Nature medicine·December 1, 2025·PMID 41023483

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Chronic low back pain is highly prevalent and current treatments have limited efficacy and safety concerns. This large, rigorous trial provides evidence that a standardized cannabis extract can offer modest but statistically significant pain relief, particularly for patients with a neuropathic component.

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