The Relationship Between Pain and Interoception: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Interoception refers to the ability to sense internal bodily sensations. Research suggests that dysfunctions in interoception may be implicated in the transition to chronic pain, however little work has examined interoceptive ability in pain states. Therefore, this systematic review aimed to assess whether interoception is altered in individuals experiencing pain. Following a systematic search of four electronic databases from inception to February 2023, twenty-eight studies were included. Outcomes of interoceptive accuracy, interoceptive sensibility, and interoceptive awareness were meta-analysed.
Source: The Journal of Pain - Category: Materials Science Authors: Tags: Review Article Source Type: research