Fibromyalgia Pain Might Start in the Spinal Cord, Study Suggests

A study highlights spinal disinhibition as a potential mechanism behind fibromyalgia pain.

Topline

New findings suggest that spinal disinhibition—dysfunction in the spinal cord's inhibitory systems—may explain the pain experienced by individuals with fibromyalgia, paving the way for innovative treatment strategies.

Study Details

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by widespread pain and fatigue, with unclear origins. A study publis…