Basic mechanisms of pain

Hosp Pract (Off Ed). 1992 Oct 15;27(10):63-6, 69-70, 75-6. doi: 10.1080/21548331.1992.11705509.

Abstract

It has been well established that pain reflects complex, linked neuroendocrine responses that go far beyond a sensory alarm system. Accordingly, there may be significant medical consequences of inadequate recognition or treatment of pain.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Endorphins / physiology
  • Humans
  • Nerve Fibers / physiology
  • Nerve Fibers, Myelinated / physiology
  • Neurotransmitter Agents / physiology
  • Nociceptors / physiopathology
  • Pain / etiology*
  • Pain / physiopathology
  • Peripheral Nerve Injuries
  • Receptors, Opioid / physiology
  • Sympathetic Nervous System / physiopathology

Substances

  • Endorphins
  • Neurotransmitter Agents
  • Receptors, Opioid