Is Kratom Effective for Fibromyalgia?

Is it Legal to Use Kratom?

The use of kratom became controversial in Thailand when the government declared it as a controlled substance. Since 2010, advocacy workers and some politicians have been fighting to overturn such decision.

Before 2016, it is legal to grow and use kratom in the 46 states in the US. However, the federal government does not regulate its use. The DEA has in fact declared it as substance leading to public health crisis. It is unfortunate to know that kratom is not yet fully understood by the federal government.

Is Kratom Effective in Treating Fibromyalgia?

The question that many have in mind is whether kratom is really effective in treating fibromyalgia. The DEA acknowledged that it can serve as a stimulant and have sedative effects. However, in some states, the kratom supplement is being recognized as an effective remedy for fibro symptoms. It is similar to that of marijuana, where taking it in minimal amount will not get you high. Nevertheless, the DEA is still concerned about the possible abuse  of kratom.

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8 Comments

  1. says: Dawn

    Kratom will not get you high in any amount. The only reason the Thai government banned Kratom was because it was cutting into their opium trade. The we’re losing money due to Kratom.

  2. says: Victoria

    As an RN I have done plenty of research reading studies and scientific papers on Kratom before deciding to switch from opiates. It is by far the most helpful of anything I have used for my managing pain and with none of the side effects that opiates have. It is safe and effective for Fibromyalgia in my opinion. Causes no respiratory depression or cognitive problems and virtually impossible to overdose on because the body will reject via vomiting if too much is ingested.
    I would recommend that before anyone takes Kratom they do their own education, talk to their doctor, and purchase from a reputable vendor not a head shop. There are groups on Facebook and Google to read about Kratom.

  3. says: Karen

    I do use Kratom for fibromyalgia, plus several other chronic pain issues, I have used for almost years, along with my father, we get relief that no opiates could give, with out the side effects,just had all labs done, and every thing is very good never had good numbers all across the lab board, you don’t get high, you just get relief, fda, leave us alone, we don’t want your addictive, dangerous opiates, that damage physically, and mentaly

  4. says: Andrea L. Cresson

    Awesome information on Kratom and the plant versus DEA. Which strain(s) works best for FM pain?

    Thanks much,
    Andrea

  5. Kratom is the leaves of a plant known as Mitragyna Speciosa, this belongs to the coffee family and is common in Southeast Aisa. Kratom has medicinal properties because of its beneficial alkaloids. Kratom is really effective in treating fibromyalgia. Kratom contains substances that can help to relieve pain, boosts energy, changes the mood, improves the metabolism, regulating the blood and sugar in the blood, protect from cancer and many more.

  6. says: Lisa

    I use Kratom for rheumatoid arthritis and fibromyalgia and this is the only thing that has alleviated any pain. I have taken other fda approved drugs and there is no comparison. I feel better on Kratom than I have in years and for that I’m very thankful.

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