Which options are true regarding the gate control theory of pain? Select all that apply: a. Mechanoreceptor fibres synapse directly onto nociceptor fibres and potentiate incoming pain signals b. Mechanoreceptor fibres synapse onto interneurons, which synapse onto nociceptor fibres and potentiate incoming pain signals c. Applying a mechanical stimulus, such as grabbing the injured area, will soothe the injury

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Chapter6: The Peripheral Nervous System: Afferent Division; Special Senses
Section6.2: Pain
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Which options are true regarding the gate control theory of pain?

Select all that apply:
a. Mechanoreceptor fibres synapse directly onto nociceptor fibres and potentiate incoming pain signals
b. Mechanoreceptor fibres synapse onto interneurons, which synapse onto nociceptor fibres and potentiate incoming pain signals
c. Applying a mechanical stimulus, such as grabbing the injured area, will soothe the injury
d. Mechanoreceptor fibres synapse directly onto nociceptor fibres and inhibit incoming pain signals
e. Mechanoreceptor fibres synapse onto interneurons, which synapse onto nociceptor fibres and inhibit incoming pain signals
f. Applying a mechanical stimulus, such as grabbing the injured area, is a natural defensive reaction, but does little to actually affect incoming pain signals. 
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