title: Neurophysiological and nutritional considerations of pain control.
abstract: Pain is a phenomenon experienced by all forms of life. Many theories exist to explain how it is perceived. This paper examines several of those theories, particularly as they relate to nutritional and neurophysiological implications in the production and management of pain. An explanation of how certain chiropractic treatment modalities operate is provided.
mesh_terms: D000698:Analgesia; D001921:Brain / Q000503:physiopathology; D004723:Endorphins / Q000502:physiology; D006801:Humans; D018377:Neurotransmitter Agents / Q000502:physiology; D009619:Nociceptors / Q000502:physiology; D009747:Nutritional Physiological Phenomena; D010146:Pain / Q000178:diet therapy / Q000503:physiopathology; D059408:Pain Management; D011957:Receptors, Opioid / Q000502:physiology; D004561:Transcutaneous Electric Nerve Stimulation; D005680:gamma-Aminobutyric Acid / Q000502:physiology
chemical_list: D004723:Endorphins; D018377:Neurotransmitter Agents; D011957:Receptors, Opioid; D005680:gamma-Aminobutyric Acid