The Gate Control Theory of Pain is a widely accepted and influential theory in the field of pain perception and management. It was first proposed by Ronald Melzack and Patrick Wall in 1965 and has since played a significant role in understanding how our nervous system processes and modulates pain signals. This theory suggests thatContinueContinue reading “Pain series – Gate control theory”
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Pain series – Peripheral Afferent Nociceptors
Peripheral afferent nociceptors are specialized nerve endings found throughout the body that detect and transmit information about noxious or potentially damaging stimuli, such as extreme temperatures, mechanical pressure, and chemicals that can cause tissue damage or inflammation. These nociceptors play a crucial role in the body’s ability to sense and respond to potentially harmful stimuliContinueContinue reading “Pain series – Peripheral Afferent Nociceptors”
Pain series – Sensitization
Central sensitization and peripheral sensitization are often discussed in the context of pain perception and the body’s response to painful stimuli. These terms describe different mechanisms through which the nervous system becomes more sensitive to pain signals, leading to heightened pain perception and potentially chronic pain conditions. Through a short series of posts, I willContinueContinue reading “Pain series – Sensitization”
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