Cannabidiol (CBD) in the Management of Sports-Related Traumatic Brain Injury: Research and Efficacy

Abstract

The pandemic of sports-related traumatic brain injury and the associated development of chronic traumatic encephalopathy has prompted an interest within the medical community in the role of the endocannabinoid system and the use of Cannabidiol (CBD) to reduce acute and chronic cerebral inflammation among athletes. The purpose of this medical research review is to examine sportsrelated traumatic brain injury and the preventative and therapeutic use of cannabidiol among athletes. Given the high morbidity and mortality rate associated with postconcussion syndrome and chronic traumatic encephalopathy, and the critical role of the endocannabinoid system in health maintenance and cerebral injury recovery, examination of the administration of Cannabidiol (CBD) is warranted.