Effects of camphor and related compounds on slowly adapting mechanoreceptors in the rat sinus hair follicle.

Introduction: Camphor is a popular compound for therapeutic and cosmetic use with a distinctive odour, and somatosensory warming and cooling properties. The mechanisms for its action remain unclear.

Objective: The current study examined the effects of two enantiomers of camphor and related monoterpenoid compounds on mechanoreceptors.