Optogenetic activation of brainstem serotonergic neurons induces persistent pain sensitization

Conclusions: These results suggest that selective activation of RVM 5-HT neurons exerts a predominant effect of pain facilitation under control conditions.

http://www.molecularpain.com/content/10/1/70

Source: Molecular Pain - November 19, 2014 Category: Molecular Biology Authors: You-Qing CaiWei WangYuan-Yuan HouZhizhong Pan Source Type: research