A recent study led by Wynn Legon and his team suggests that low-intensity focused ultrasound directed at the insula, a deep brain region, can alleviate pain perception and associated physiological responses such as changes in heart rate. Unlike invasive methods or opioid medication, this noninvasive technique targets a specific area of the brain where pain is registered. The study involved 23 healthy participants who experienced induced pain while receiving focused ultrasound waves guided by MRI. On a pain scale, participants reported an average reduction of three-fourths of a point, potentially significant for managing chronic pain without opioids. The research also highlights the connection between pain perception and cardiovascular health, suggesting avenues for further exploration into the heart-brain axis and potential interventions to mitigate pain’s physiological effects.
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Ultrasound Therapy to Relieve Pain
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