Best Edibles for Pain After Surgery: A Casual Guide
Discover the most soothing and tasty edibles that make post-surgery recovery feel like a treat, not a task.
Hey there! If you’re looking for some natural relief after surgery, you’re in the right place. We’re going to chat about edibles that might help ease your post-surgery aches. Just remember, always check with your doctor before trying anything new, okay? Post-operative pain management is important for recovery, and while doctors usually prescribe regular medications, some people are looking into other options like cannabis edibles. These products might help, but it’s really important to be careful and only use them if your doctor says it’s okay.
Responsible Edible Use
- Start with a low dose
- Wait at least 2 hours before more
- Don’t mix with alcohol
- Store safely away from kids and pets
- Be patient with effects
- Check local laws
- Buy from licensed sources
Why Edibles for Pain?
Edibles can be good when you’re hurting. They last longer in your body compared to other ways of taking cannabis, often helping for several hours. This can be really helpful for dealing with pain after surgery, which can last a while and be hard to control. Plus, they’re easy to take – you don’t need to smoke or vape when you’re already feeling bad. This makes them a good choice for people recovering from surgery who might have trouble breathing or aren’t allowed to smoke.
These tasty treats work with your body’s own pain-fighting system, possibly helping to change how you feel pain. They might also help reduce swelling, which is common after surgery. The stuff in cannabis that fights inflammation could help with post-surgery discomfort. That’s pretty neat, right? Check out our edibles selection for more options. Just remember, while edibles might help, it’s super important to use them safely and only if your doctor says it’s okay.
Top Picks for Post-Surgery Pain
1. LUCKY Edibles Candies
These gummies are really popular! Each one has 60mg of THC, which is pretty strong and better for people who have used cannabis before. They start working slowly and keep helping for a while, which could be good for pain after surgery. You get 10 in a pack, so you can spread them out as you need during your recovery. They’re colorful and tasty too, making them more fun to take than regular medicine. The different flavors might also help if you’re not feeling very hungry after your operation.
Price: $12.50 – $50.00
2. Stoney Patch Dummies
These little guys are pretty strong with 500mg THC per bag, which might be good if you need more help with pain. They come in different flavors, so you won’t get bored while you’re getting better. Having different tastes can be nice if you’re using them for a long time. They’re tested in a lab too, so you know what you’re getting – that’s important when you’re taking something after surgery. If you can’t smoke because of your surgery, these could be a good choice. They’re easy to eat, even if it’s hard to swallow pills after your operation.
Price: $15.00 – $60.00
3. Eat Me Cannabis Infused Gummies
These gummies are really strong! Each one has 100mg of THC, so they’re better for people who have used cannabis a lot or have really bad pain. You can get them in packs of 5 or 10, so you can choose how many you need. They’re very colorful and might help you feel happier while helping with pain, which can be good for getting better after surgery. The THC might also help if you’re feeling worried or having trouble sleeping after your operation. But because they’re so strong, it’s really important to start with just a tiny bit and only take more if your doctor says it’s okay.
Price: $15.00 – $25.00
How Much Should You Take?
Start small, friends! It’s better to take too little than too much, especially when you’re getting better after surgery. How much you should take depends on things like how big you are, how much pain you’re in, and if you’ve used cannabis before. You also need to think about what kind of surgery you had, what other medicines you’re taking, and how healthy you are overall. It’s super important to talk to your doctor to figure out how much to start with and to see how your body reacts. Remember, the goal is to help with pain and help you get better, not to feel really high. Learn more about concentrates here, which might be another way to help with pain.
Different Types of Edibles
Gummies
Gummies are really popular for a good reason. They’re easy to eat, which is great if it’s hard to swallow after surgery. They come in lots of flavors, so you can find one you like, which is nice if you don’t feel like eating much after your operation. Try Dank Edibles Gummies (500mg THC) if you need something strong, or Bliss Infused Gummies (250mg THC) if you want something not as strong. Chewing gummies can also feel nice and might help take your mind off the pain. Remember to drink lots of water when you eat gummies, because they can sometimes make your mouth feel dry.
Candies
If you like hard candy, check out Mike & Ike’s Assorted Medicated (600mg THC) or Medicated Lifesavers Gummies (500mg THC). They’re like regular candies, but they have cannabis in them! Hard candies can be really good if you can’t chew because of surgery on your mouth or jaw. They melt slowly in your mouth, which might help the pain relief last longer. The familiar tastes can also be comforting when you’re getting better. Just be careful about how much sugar is in them if you’re not supposed to eat a lot of sugar after your surgery.
Special Treats
Want something different? Try AirHeads Extremes Candies (500mg THC) if you like sour stuff. The strong flavor might help distract you from pain and make you feel like eating. Or try Atomic Wheelchair Cookies (500mg THC) if you want something more like a snack. Cookies can be good if you’re not eating much after surgery. Eating a cookie might also make you feel better just because it’s familiar. Just remember that these special treats often have a lot of THC, so it’s really important to start with just a little bit and wait to see how you feel before eating more.
How Edibles Might Help After Surgery
Edibles might help you feel better for longer because of how they work in your body. They could help reduce swelling, which is common after surgery. Many people say they sleep better, which is really important for healing after surgery. Some folks even say they feel less worried, which can be helpful when you’re getting better after an operation. But it’s important to know that scientists are still studying how cannabis helps with pain after surgery, and it might work differently for different people. Check out our flower selection for more options if you’re thinking about other ways to use cannabis.
Be Careful!
Edibles can make you feel dizzy or sleepy, which could be a problem if you need to move around or do exercises to get better. They might not mix well with other medicines, so it’s really important to talk to your doctor about this. And don’t forget, they can take a while to start working – sometimes up to two hours or more. This means you might accidentally take too much if you’re not patient. Start slow and wait! It’s also important to remember that while edibles might help with pain, they shouldn’t replace the medicines your doctor gave you. Always follow your doctor’s instructions and only use edibles if your doctor says it’s okay. Learn about vaping options here if you want something that works faster, but remember that vaping might not be good right after some types of surgeries.
Picking the Right Edible for You
Think about how much THC you want – this depends on how much pain you have, if you’ve used cannabis before, and how it affects you. Think about what flavors you like – do you prefer fruit or chocolate? This can make taking them more enjoyable and might help if you feel sick after surgery. How long do you want it to last? Some edibles work for longer, which might be good for pain at night. These are all good things to think about. Also, think about what kind of edible is easiest for you to take – if it’s hard to swallow, liquid forms or things that melt in your mouth might be better. If you need to watch how much sugar you eat, look for options with less sugar. Browse our gummy selection for more ideas and to see different strengths and flavors.
Other Ways to Feel Better
Edibles aren’t the only way to use cannabis for pain. You could try oils, which are easy to measure and can be added to food or drinks. Creams that you put on your skin might help with pain in one spot without affecting your whole body. Vapes work quickly, which can be good for sudden pain, but might not be okay right after some surgeries. Each way works a bit differently, so you might need to try a few (with your doctor’s okay) to see what works best for you. Remember that using a mix of different ways to manage pain, including what your doctor prescribes and other methods they approve, often works best. Explore our chocolate edibles for another tasty option that might work for you.
Wrapping It Up
Edibles might help you feel better after surgery by possibly reducing pain, swelling, and worry while helping you sleep better. But remember, everyone’s different, and what helps one person might not help another. How well edibles work can depend on things like your body, what kind of surgery you had, and your overall health. Start with a small amount, be patient, and always talk to your doctor first before using edibles or any cannabis products after surgery. It’s really important to use these products safely and along with, not instead of, the medicines your doctor gave you. And hey, don’t forget to check if it’s okay to use these where you live, as the rules are different in different places. It’s also important to think about when to take edibles in relation to your other medicines and any exercises you need to do to get better. Try our cannabis drinks for a different option that might be easier to take if it’s hard to eat solid food after your surgery.
Take care of yourself, listen to your body, and here’s hoping you feel better soon! Remember, getting better takes time, and it’s okay to look into different ways to manage pain as long as you do it safely and with your doctor’s guidance.
