Have you heard about Gate Control Theory? Gate Control is a theory that suggests the transmission of the pain message, which travels to the brain via small diameter nerve fibers, can be modified by stimulating large diameter nerve fibers! We are looking to override pain signals with pleasurable or comforting signals! How do we do this? With a heating pad, massage techniques, pressure on the back/sacrum, cold wash cloths and even a Theragun!! I also have a smaller Theragun that is not as loud and

Gate Control Theory Of Pain

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