Do you know what it’s like to be in pain? But why is suffering so excruciating?
In 1995, the British Medical Journal published an amazing tale about a 29-year-old builder who leaped upon a 14-centimeter nail that he thought had pierced through his footwear. It was so excruciating that even the tiniest movement was too much for him. When he removed his boot, the physicians were surprised to see what they saw. The nail had never even touched his foot, according to the sight. So it was all in his head.
Watch this video to know more about pain and its mysterious science
Some pharmaceuticals, such as painkillers, can help to alleviate discomfort, but they can also be highly addictive and have negative side effects. However, determining which neurons govern pain unpleasantness could lead to the development of new medications, which is something that could be debated.
