The University-controlled study Sisley advocates calls for a triple-blind and placebo-controlled environment. A meticulously prepared proposal recommends a sample base of 50 veterans, whose PTSD symptoms have not improved under current standard medical practices. All participants must agree to abstain from marijuana use for 30 days prior to participation. In two ensuing 60-day periods, the veterans are asked to either smoke or vaporize a maximum of 1.8 grams of marijuana a day (the equivalent of two marijuana cigarettes). The test group will be furnished a weekly supply of various strains of marijuana, with THC levels ranging from 0 percent to 12 percent. Sisleys study objectives are twofold. With this research, we can actually figure out which symptoms it might help with, and what an optimal dosing strategy might look like. She is also mindful of public opinion regarding medical marijuana. If we get a chance to do this, were not taking liberties. This is a carefully controlled, rigorous scientific study. Were not sitting around trying to get these vets high.
Posted on: Fri, 22 Aug 2014 23:00:27 +0000