Genetic clue to chronic pain could lead to new treatments for the condition
Wednesday, August 4, 2010 - 22:28
in Health & Medicine
Chronic pain is a serious medical problem, afflicting approximately 20 percent of adults. Some individuals are more susceptible than others, and the basis for this remains largely unknown. In a new study, researchers have identified a gene associated with susceptibility to chronic pain in humans, signaling a significant step toward better understanding and treating the condition.