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Results could help researchers to develop painkillers that are safer and more effective than existing treatments.
Neurons (artist’s illustration) that remain in a hyperactive state can give rise to chronic pain. Credit: Ruslanas Baranauskas/Science Photo Library
Unplugging the cellular machinery that amplifies pain signals provides relief for mice with chronic nerve injuries1.
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