I own plus operate a landscaping corporation in Eugene, OR, however both of us handle everything from trimming shrubs, mowing grasss plus creating flower beds to snow removal, but i am harshly hands-on. Both of us acquire a lot of buyers through word-of-mouth plus quality of repair is crucial. I pull weeds, spread mulch, put down fertilizer, spray weed killer, run the weed whacker plus drive the mower; My job requires long thirds plus is especially labor intensive… Over the years, I have developed concerns with arthritis. My fingers frequently swell up appreciate saUSAges. My knuckles become super painful. I struggle to make a fist or grip a tool. I am unwilling to take pharmaceuticals due to the many, harmful plus long-term side-effects. I was so thankful when marijuana was finally legalized in OR! Adults 21 years of age plus older, with valid identification, are allowed to walk into a dispensary plus purchase cannabis. As soon as the doors of the nearby dispensary opened, I made the trip. I consulted with the budtender, explained my concerns plus asked for recommendations, and he suggested a combination of topicals plus tinctures, the topicals are applied directly to my hands for localized relief. The cannabinoids penetrate the skin plus create fast-acting effects. I look for full-spectrum, CBD-dominant salves plus lotions. The tinctures are taken by way of a few drops beneath my tongue. I can also add them to foods plus drinks plus consume the tincture appreciate an edible. The CBD works to confrontation off inflammation plus lessen pain… Since starting treatment with cannabis, I’ve noticed a sizable improvement in my range of motion. I’m able to keep up with the demands of my job.