Publications by authors named "Catherine M Bushnell"
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Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Catherine M Bushnell"
- Catherine M. Bushnell's research primarily focuses on the mechanisms of chronic pain and its modulation through various psychological and environmental factors, as illustrated by her studies on neuropathic pain in animal models and sensory processing in humans.
- Her findings indicate that environmental enrichment can alleviate chronic neuropathic pain well after its onset, while also highlighting the complex interplay between tactile sensations and pain perception in conditions like dynamic tactile allodynia.
- Additionally, Bushnell's work explores the autonomic responses to pain, the influence of unpleasant stimuli, and the differences in pain perception related to gender, emphasizing the need for nuanced pain assessment techniques in clinical settings.
