Gate Control Theory of Pain

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Gate Control Theory of Pain

This e-module will review the normal basic neural pathway of pain. It will then describe the components of the Gate Control Theory of Pain, and explain how these components may work in the modulation of pain.

Category: Anatomy, Biochemistry, and Physiology

Tagged: Gate Control Theory, Neural Pain Pathway, Pain Modulation

Format: E-Learning Module

Development Date: August 9, 2018

Authors: Megan Witcig, Elizabeth Mollard, PhD, APRN-NP and Janet Nieveen, PhD, RN

Discipline: Nursing

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