The Ultimate Guide to Kratom for Pain Relief
Natural, Botanical Solutions for Chronic Pain Management
Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) possesses remarkable efficacy as a natural pain-alleviating agent, surpassing most other botanical counterparts in its effectiveness.
The utilization of kratom as a holistic pain management solution has experienced exponential growth in recent years. Presently, it is estimated that between 3 to 5 million individuals in the United States actively incorporate kratom into their regular health regimens.
Within this comprehensive guide, we shall explore the inherent qualities that render kratom an exceptional aid in pain management, proper usage guidelines, and the strains that exhibit optimal outcomes for pain relief.
Best Kratom Strains for Pain
Discover the most effective kratom strains specifically cultivated for pain relief
Red Bali Kratom
The Ultimate Pain Warrior
Red kratom can handle the most intense pain. A lot of people use it to get stable blood pressure and thus get rid of pain. They enjoy living free from joint pain.
Red kratom is a true strain with therapeutic properties with potential treatments for many life-numbing illnesses. This strain is better than most opioid analgesics used for physical pain.
Important Note
This offers a great punch of sedative effects. Be mindful of the strong relaxation properties when planning your daily activities.
Maeng Da Kratom
Energy Meets Pain Relief
Maeng Da Kratom is one of the best kratom for pain relief. This is a better kratom choice for chronic pain if you also want a great punch of energy. Maeng da offers all the effects kratom has to offer.
This strain will give you more energy all day. The active chemicals inside are suited for regular users. Maeng da is also used for weight loss because it can suppress hunger.
Pro Insight
Perfect for those who need pain relief without the drowsiness. Keeps you active and focused throughout the day.
Green Malay Kratom
The Balanced Option
Green Malay’s relaxing effects do not make you tired. Ideal for mood-enhancing effects and pain relief. The effects of kratom from a green vein are balanced between white and red veins.
The analgesic effects go well with the steady stream of mental clarity. Green kratom is a must-try because you get energy boosts from most strains and the potential side effects are low.
Best For
Those seeking moderate pain relief with enhanced mood and sustained energy without extreme sedation.
Red Borneo Kratom
Pain Relief with Alertness
Red Borneo kratom is a pain reliever that many people prefer. It is also relaxing and has sedative effects, but not as strong as red bali sedation.
This strain is good if you want a strong painkiller but also be able to stay alert. Perfect middle ground between powerful pain relief and functionality.
Liquid or Powder: Which Is Best?
Understanding the differences between kratom forms to make the best choice
💊 Kratom Powder
The main benefit of powder is the ease to control your dose. You can take a low dose to just enhance your focus and relax a little. Then you can increase the dose if you want to hit the pain relief heights. Also more affordable.
Pro Tip
Mix with grape juice to hide the taste and enhance the effects!
💧 Liquid Kratom
You will feel the effects much faster because it is absorbed quickly in your bloodstream. People enjoy that they do not need to try five different strains until they find the one they need. Kratom shots are designed for quick and effective effects.
Caution
Liquid form is more addictive. Start with low doses!
⚖️ Safety Considerations
Both forms have their own safety concerns. Quality is a huge concern if you’re worried about any safety impacts. Always source from reputable vendors to ensure product quality and safety.
Discover the Best Kratom Dose
The amount of kratom dosage you need is a personal journey. Age and weight do play a role, but tolerance and your needs are just as important.
Typical kratom dosage range. Start low and gradually increase to find your optimal pain relief.
Important Note
Maeng Da requires fewer grams due to its higher potency. Always consult healthcare professionals before use.
Best Ways to Take Kratom
Capsules
Perfect if you dislike the taste. Easy to dose and portable.
Liquid Extracts
Fast-acting and potent. Feel effects within minutes.
Powder
Most affordable option. Mix with juice for better taste.
Enhancement Tip
Blend kratom with orange juice to extract more alkaloids and get more painkilling chemicals (mitragynine) in your system!
How Does Kratom Work for Pain Relief?
The secret to kratom’s pain-relieving properties are all in the alkaloids: Mitragynine and 7-Hydroxymitragynine. These alkaloids act on the opioid receptors in the brain, similar to how opioids work, reducing the perception of pain.
They also contribute to the release of endorphins, your body’s natural painkillers, providing a dual-action approach to pain management.
Is Kratom an Opioid?
Kratom is a tropical tree (Mitragyna Speciosa) with leaves that can combat chronic pain. The plant chemicals within kratom affect the same receptors in the brain, but research shows chemical structure differences compared to prescription opioids.
FDA Status
FDA has not approved kratom for medical use and has issued warnings about potential risks. However, kratom has become increasingly popular for therapeutic effects. There is ongoing debate about its classification.
Quality Matters
Harsh side effects are often linked to poor kratom sources. Always purchase from reputable vendors to ensure product quality and safety.
Final Thoughts and Essential Points
Everything you need to remember for safe and effective kratom use
Start Low
Always begin with the lowest effective dose and gradually increase as needed to find your optimal pain relief.
Quality First
Source your kratom from reputable vendors to ensure product quality, safety, and effectiveness.
Consult Professionals
Always consult with healthcare professionals before starting kratom, especially with other medications.
Listen to Your Body
Pay attention to how your body responds and adjust accordingly. Everyone has a unique experience.
Understand the Science
Kratom effectiveness varies with strain, dosage, form, and individual physiological factors.
Choose Your Strain
Red for intense pain relief, Green for balance, White for energy. Match the strain to your needs.
Final Reminder
Kratom, with its rich history and extensive medicinal uses, has proven to be a powerful tool in managing pain. With various strains providing unique effects, users can choose the strain that best suits their needs. If used correctly, kratom can be a natural and effective solution for those seeking relief from chronic or acute pain.
Alabama so behind in backwards and holier-than-thou & unfortunately that is where I live. By the time I heard of that crate and I had already made it a illegal here. And there’s people that will abuse peanut butter if they could so they ruin it for everyone else. I am 52 years young, I suffer from neuropathy and arthritis. Very recently I found I have shingles also. I do not and cannot take narcotics. Is there anything that I can get to take help me? Thank you for your time
I am 56 and have chronic pain in several areas of my old body! If I were you, I’d take the chance and order some Red Maeng Da and play with it to see if it helps. It has really helped me…I am able to run and work out again now whereas I could not without Kratom.
I hate you are suffering. I get it. Do you live anywhere near the states bordering AL? May be worth a trip across to help your pain.
I am just learning about kratom I have severe arthritis and absolutely no Entergy what would u recommend in a capsule form
I DO HOPE THAT KRATOM IS AS THEY SAY, I HAVE BEEN CONTIPLATING SUICIDE, SINCE EVER MEDICAL DR. SENDS YOU TO ONE AND ANOTHER, OR JUST PAIN MNGMNT JUST CUTS YOU OFF OF AS MUCH AS AN ASPIRIN….CAN ANY ONE REALLY GIVE ME TRUTH OF THIS ????????
my entire body is in pain. I learned of kratom I take a pill in the morning and at night. 6am 6pm I am out of severe pain of course I still have very slight pain. so slight I cannot complain. be on time in taking them. I bought the gold able kratom 80. the gov. will take them off the shelves. go to a smoke shop and get some
Oh you’ve got to try it !! I am in the same boat as you and I didn’t think this would work but my son got some for me and it has changed my life..it works! !
Dawn,
Try it. I’m almost off suboxone thanks to kratom. Just make sure you educate yourself as to how it works, how to avoid a tolerance and how different strains effect you. Then make sure to buy from a reputable, well established vendor. Red Borneo is great for pain. Green maeng da, Malay, and Vietnam are my favs right now for daytime. Puts you in a good mood and kills pain. It’s literally given me my life back. I’m a better mom and wife now that I’m done with suboxone. No one wants to be at the mercy of some P.M doctor or clinic. The stress of worrying about getting your script so you can function is unbearable. Don’t give up. Try kratom. My PM Dr. actually recommended it to me! He takes it every day. I can never repay him. I wish you well.
Ps. Vendors I’ve found that carry quality products: Happy Hippo Herbals- you can’t go wrong with any of their strains. Even the bargain maeng da and Bali are awesome. Plus great sales during the wk.
Pur kratom is good. I just tried theirs. The red Borneo is great.
Mitragaia- great beginner’s sample pack. 7oz for $30. You can try 7 different strains. The quality has been good so far. I haven’t tried them all yet. Plus, they threw in 7 extra ozs of strains I didn’t purchase!
Golden Monk- Really good quality. Only thing is the smallest amount you can buy is I think 4oz. Once you know what you like, go there for bulk.
Good luck my friend.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with the different Kratom. Everyone who has left comments has been truly helpful. I am tired of taking Suboxone and I just purchased some Red Borneo in capsule form. I am so happy to hear this has been working for you. I appreciate you sharing the different types you take together that works for you. I was really nervous about starting it and taking Suboxone. I’m going to slow and find which ones work me. Thank you again for being so open. Take care!
Please don’t give up, your too important for that!! Kratom really works, I’ve used it and I’ve had 22 surgeries, 11 of which were back surgeries! It gave me energy early morning and all day , I went to sleep a lot earlier at night and almost completely painless and I myself don’t remember ever having any type of side affects !! GOD BLESS YOU ALL!! Im Chris
I’m 67yr old man living in chronic pain for the last 10 yrs. Diagnosed with fibromyalgia. My whole body is in pain. I’m just recently started to take CBD OIL and Hemp. It does help but very expensive. If this item you talk about does for me what you say it does I will be the happiest person ever. Thank you
It works..get some immediately. .
I’am in chronic pain, for the last 20 yrs. Plates in neck.
Also back, with bad leg pain along.
I’ve been on a Pentyl 75 Mcg patch one every 2 days.
Also Percocet.
I bought the Maeng DA .Taking 6 pills equaling 3 grams
Next day without any RX.’s “NO LEG PAIN”
About 10% of normal withdrawal symptoms ( only 2 days )
I have no pain,only using Kratom../.
Good Luck”””
Been taking Kratom for 3 yrs and I can honestly say it is saving my life. I live with anxiety, depression and physical pain (52 yrs old) I will not take opioids not self medicate w/ alcohol.. that’s a rabbit hole you can’t climb out of. Find the right combination for you- it really works. God bless!
I have read many hours of kratom and its uses from many various web sites. YOUR INFO IS SO HELPFUL AND ACCURATE! I am truly thankful.
For the past 20 years I been going to pain management they took me off everything and told me to go to rehab I had my knee crushed and screws holding it together I have 4 herinate disk in my back from a car accident and I shave arthritis in both knees and hands I found kratom and it saved me works better then the pain meds could ever work it has changed my like I’m not tired anymore and able to do more know then I could before I get the power and make the pills I can’t take it any other way
Im so sorry for your pain. Im in pretty much the same boat. Could you please tell me what strains of Kratom that you would recommend? Thank you in advance
What on line company has the best quality of Kratom?
Although most reds I’ve tried help with pain, Red Bali is the best for me, by far.
I would like to try this. Im on opiates for the last 5 years. For back pain . I dont wanna take opiates no more. What do i do . Im afraid i will withdrawl out them.
Tina, No worries, Kratom will take away all the withdraw symptoms as well as some of your pain. It also helps with depression and anxiety! Get the dry powers and mix about one overflowing teaspoon full to 1 – 1/2 tsp. full, fill your teacup with hot tap water and stir it well. Next, guzzle it as fast as you can as it tastes like mud. Have a chaser of soda or something to drink to get the taste out of your mouth ready. I like the Green Malay or Maeng Da strains, these are the best for me. You will not have any withdraw symptoms if you drink this kratom tea every 3 to 4 hours.
A chaser of orange juice works best to activate the Kratom,
Tina, you can do this. I have had severe pain for 25 years. Pain management is getting very strict. My husband found this product for me. I take mine in powder form with orange juice. I would rather have this than any position drug. It helps you with the withdrawal so you hardly notice it. Start low a half teaspoon, and work your way up till you find your relief. I get mine from a smoke shop, not as much choice but prices are better and it is always the same. Good luck. And God bless
I would highly recommend trying Red Bali for pain. You need a backup if (or when) your opiates get yanked. Red Bali eliminates 90% of my pain issues. I don’t get any “high” from kratom just feel a lot better and don’t have to hear the ‘Tylenol/yoga” song and dance from their McDoc