Medicann Patient Spotlight: Aaron Stephenson’s Journey with Medicinal Cannabis

For many people living with chronic pain, everyday tasks can become increasingly difficult. Simple things like getting out of bed, carrying shopping or walking for more than a few minutes can have a significant impact on independence and quality of life.

After trying multiple prescription medications with only short-term success, Aaron began searching for another option. Finding Medicann and prescribed medicinal cannabis has helped him manage his pain more effectively while improving both his confidence and overall wellbeing.

What struggles have you experienced with your condition?

Living with chronic pain affected almost every part of my daily life. I struggled to stand up when getting out of bed or after sitting down for a while, and even walking meant having to stop regularly for breaks. Carrying heavier items, such as groceries, became difficult and often left me in more pain.

Since becoming a Medicann patient, I've found a balanced medicinal cannabis cartridge that works perfectly for me. It helps manage my back pain during flare-ups, eases the pain in my legs and allows me to go about my day without feeling overly impaired. Seven months later, I'm still using the same medication because it continues to work so well.

How has medicinal cannabis helped you, versus traditional medication?

Before medicinal cannabis, my doctors prescribed medications including Pregabalin, Codeine and Amitriptyline. While they helped initially, the benefits didn't last. I found myself needing to increase the dosage over time as my body became used to them.

With prescribed medicinal cannabis, I've been able to find a treatment that continues to provide consistent relief without constantly needing to increase my dose. It helps manage my pain while allowing me to stay clear-headed throughout the day.

How did you feel when you didn't get the help you needed traditionally?

It felt like I was running in circles for an entire year, simply trying to get through everyday life without being in pain.

How did you come to learn about medicinal cannabis?

I first learned about medicinal cannabis through adverts on social media. After doing my own research, I came across Medicann and felt it was the clinic that best suited what I was looking for.

How did you find your experience with Medicann?

Medicann has been amazing from the very beginning. For the first time, I genuinely felt heard during my initial consultation, and the whole process of getting started was straightforward and well explained.

The team helped me find the right medication for my lifestyle, recommending a balanced cartridge that would be suitable for daytime use. Seven months on, I'm still using the same prescription because it continues to control my symptoms so effectively.

Alongside helping my back and leg pain, medicinal cannabis has also improved my mood when pain has left me feeling low, and it's helped reduce my mild social anxiety too.

Being listened to, supported and prescribed a treatment that genuinely works has made a huge difference to my quality of life.

Are you looking for an alternative solution like Aaron? Arrange a free first consultation with an experienced Medicann Doctor today to see if medicinal cannabis is right for you. Get started with our eligibility form.