The study, published in The Journal of Pain, showed that VR can also slow down
“It is great that we have seen these results as it shows more evidence that meaningfulness can not only reduce the understanding of pain in human models of chronic pain, but also give us an insight into the devices behind this
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According to the researchers, we all experience physical pain in different ways, but people with zero injuries often have a dysfunctional pain suppression system, making them particularly prone to discomfort.
For the study, the team focused on positional pain modification (CPM) – a pain prevention pathway in humans.
The team published previous work showing quiet 360-degree viewing of the
The team has also gone a step further and measured the direct effects of VR on CPM.A
CPM is uncommon in patients with zero injuries, so by knowing what can boost its activity, scientists can help stimulate the body’s natural pain suppression process, the researchers said. -research.
The results showed that 360-degree views of the Arctic actually affected the effectiveness of CPM, while the 2D versions of the same views (defined as ‘sham VR’) reducing the effectiveness of CPM.
“If it works, it can be very helpful in being involved in the management of chronic pain by helping to target the brain disorders that underlie chronic pain,” he said. Hughes.