Cannabis Vs Opioids Pain Management Objective Testing Comparisons

The AASEM nationally Sponsored/ Physicians Clinical Trial Policy CTP (Medicare study) testing results will be concluded by the Principal Investigators (MDs and DOs) of the study at each site authorized to participate by the AASEM, within the highest of scientific mathematical standards, using Pain DX Neural Scan and/or AXON II testing systems, which include amplitude testing certified with Promethius potentiometers, for Small Pain Fiber (SpF) Nerve Conduction Testing, CMS Carrier CPT codes 95904 now 95909 through 95913 units, as needed.

It is expected that, at a later date, other products used for therapy and/or rehabilitation purposes will be added to the comparison protocol for the National Trial Number (NCT# TBA) assigned by the National Library of Medicine (NLM). Other products and/or DME equipment may include: infrared light therapy CPT code 97026, TENS therapy and home units CPT therapy code # 97032, as well as montmorillonite minerals for physical applications (montmorillonite is a natural mineral and has no CPT code - is not a CMS ordinarily payable event).

Inclusion criteria

• In the investigator's judgment a high probability of 5 year survival.
• Patient is able to comply with the study visit schedule.
• Patient has the ability to comprehend and sign an informed consent document prior to study enrollment.

Exclusion criteria

• In the investigator's judgment not a high probability of 5 year survival.
• Patient is unable to comply with the study visit schedule.
• Patient does not have the ability to comprehend and sign an informed consent document prior to study enrollment.