Table 3 Most Common Motivations for Using Cannabis Products to Treat Chronic Pain for Human Patients and Dog Patients
Motivationsa | Human Patients (N = 313) % (N) | Dog Patients (N = 204) % (N) |
|---|---|---|
I like the idea that this product comes from “natural” sources | 55% (171) | 43% (88) |
I thought it was the best treatment for pain | 50% (157) | 56% (114) |
I prefer cannabis/CBD products to conventional medicine | 50% (156) | 41% (83) |
Because I thought it would a good treatment option | 45% (140) | 44% (90) |
Other medications did not (do not) control the pain adequately | 39% (121) | 23% (48) |
Recommendation from family or friends | 37% (116) | 30% (62) |