I shopped at the nearby dispensary for several years before I realized the potential of cannabis-infused topicals. Initially, I was strictly interested in recreational enjoyment. I correctly purchased pre-rolled joints or edibles. I liked the quick onset of the effects of smoking plus the delayed high of gummies, brownies, chocolates plus numerous treats. I consumed cannabis to de-stress after a long work-week, to socialize with friends or get motivated for an interest. When I tore my psoas muscle while rock climbing, I asked one of the budtenders for a recommendation to treat the pain. She recommended a combination of a tincture plus several odd types of topicals. She guided me toward products with a higher CBD to THC ratio. A few drops of a tincture is placed under the tongue where the cannabinoids are absorbed sublingually. The CBD plus other cannabinoids interact with receptors that make up the body’s endocannabinoids system plus help to alleviate pain plus inflammation. Topicals toil by influencing receptors that are in the skin. I found that bath bombs were especially effective. Soaking in a tepid bath not only feels relaxing however opens up the pores plus makes it easier for the cannabinoids to penetrate. I had the best success with topicals infused with essential oils such as eucalyptus. Because topicals don’t cause any high sensation, there is no worries over the dosage. They can be applied to the disfigured section numerous times per day. Although my psoas muscle has since healed, I continue to utilize cannabis for both medicinal plus recreational purposes. I treat insomnia, headaches, bee stings, bruises plus all sorts of physical complications with a variety of cannabis consumption methods.