Publications by authors named "Luiz Paulo Marques de Souza"
Arthritis Rheum
October 2008
Article Synopsis
- The study examined refractory pain in knee osteoarthritis patients and its potential link to central nervous sensitization rather than just inflammation.
- Sixty-two female patients transitioning to total knee replacement were found to have significantly lower pressure pain thresholds (PPT) compared to healthy controls.
- Lower PPT levels were associated with increased pain intensity, greater disability, and diminished quality of life, highlighting the need for a broader understanding of pain management in these cases.
