Counterstimulation
Definition[edit | edit source]
Counterstimulation is a treatment for pain based on distraction.
Examples[edit | edit source]
A basic example is the practice of rubbing a fresh bruise, so that attention is paid to the sense of touch and pressure, rather than to the pain of the injury.
Medicated products[edit | edit source]
Liniment and "medicated" products containing menthol work in the same way, producing sensations such as heat or cold or strong odors.
Remote counter stimulation[edit | edit source]
Counterstimulation can also be applied to a remote part of the body.
Electronic media and pain control[edit | edit source]
Pain control can also be achieved by the use of electronic media, such as television or virtual reality.
See also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
Navigation: Wellness - Encyclopedia - Health topics - Disease Index - Drugs - World Directory - Gray's Anatomy - Keto diet - Recipes
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD