I have used kratom for almost 10 years and know many people that have used it to manage pain, PTSD, get off pain meds etc. Itis simply a plant that has been used for hundreds of year medicinal. I will use it occasionally for pain for herniated discs instead of addictive opoids it does just as well if not better helping me to cope with the pain and still work full time and be active. It is a crime to criminalize.