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Psilocybin Protected Nerves From Chemo in Mice. A Non-Hallucinogenic Version Worked Too

A Science paper found psilocybin prevented chemotherapy nerve damage in mice across six treatment cycles. A non-hallucinogenic compound did the same.

Two Infusions a Year, Two Years of Relief: Inside a 92 Patient Fibromyalgia Ketamine Study

A Winston-Salem clinic tracked 92 fibromyalgia patients on high dose ketamine for two years. The dosing model looks nothing like standard practice.

Three Infusions in Twelve Weeks: A Toronto Pain Trial Ran a Very Different Protocol

A Toronto trial paired ketamine with structured therapy for chronic nerve pain. It used three infusions over twelve weeks, not six over three.

Psychedelics Show Promise in Reducing Chronic Pain and Opioid Dependence

An analysis in Psychology Today suggests patients may find using psychedelics for pain may offer significant benefits.

Can Psychedelics Treat ‘Suicide Headaches’

Cluster headaches (also known as "suicide headaches") are some of the most painful experiences that have very little treatment. Until now?

LSD and Mushrooms for Headaches and Pain? The Research is Surprising

The effects of psychedelics on the brain can affect the rest of the body, and we’re just starting to figure out what these effects are, with the most promising ones being reductions in pain. For those living with chronic conditions causing severe pain, psychedelics have, surprisingly, acted as an effective lifeline.

Psychedelics for IBS and Lyme Disease: Evidence Mounts

Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Lyme Disease can be painful, annoying, and intractable. Surprising new studies find healing with psychedelics.