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Pain, Depression, and Functional Outcomes Among Older Adults Who Use Cannabis or Opioid Analgesics for Chronic Pain Conditions.
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- The Relationship of Mental Health to Physical Activity and Function in Older Adults.Clinical gerontologistArticle
- Exploring Clinicians' Determinants of Participation in Medical Cannabis Decision Making with Older Adults Experiencing Arthritis: A Qualitative Descriptive Study.MDM policy & practiceArticle
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Abstract
objectivesThe objectives of this study were to estimate the proportions of older adults with chronic, non-cancer pain (CNCP) who use cannabis or prescription opioids, and their pain, function, and measures of depression over time.
methodsThis was a longitudinal, observational secondary analysis of older adults enrolled in the Oregon Center for Aging and Technology study with pain for ≥12 weeks. Predictors were cannabis and opioid use at weekly intervals. Outcomes were weekly pain intensity, pain interference, feeling blue, physical limitations, and annual Geriatric Depression Scale scores.
resultsAbout 353 participants met criteria with 5% using cannabis and 11% opioids. After controlling for confounders, cannabis use was associated with more pain interference and depression symptoms over time. Opioid use was associated with more pain intensity and interference.
conclusionsCannabis was associated with more pain interference and symptoms of depression. Findings were limited by a small sample. Longitudinal data with reliable measures are needed.
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