Intro Flashcards
1
Q
What is pain?
A
Pain is a vital function of the nervous system in providing the body with a warning of potential or actual injury, and so is a common symptom of many diseases and disorders. It is both a sensory and emotional experience, affected by psychological factors such as past experiences, beliefs about pain, fear or anxiety.
2
Q
What are the three main types of pain?
A
- Inflammatory pain
- Headache
- Neuropathic pain
3
Q
What are the mechanisms?
A
- Nociceptor dependent
- Nociceptor independent
4
Q
What is the transmission of pain a result of?
A
It is a result of complex peripheral and central processes which can be modulated at different levels.
