The type of sport matters: Pain perception of endurance athletes versus strength athletes

ConclusionsAlthough athletes in general seem less responsive to noxious stimuli than non ‐athletes, the type of sport differentially affects pain perception; whereas endurance‐based sport is associated with improved pain inhibition, strength‐based sport is associated with reduced pain sensitivity. These characteristics may be considered when sport is recommended for pain managemen t.SignificanceThis study shows that different sport types are associated with different characteristics of pain perception and modulation, as well as of thoughts towards pain.
Source: European Journal of Pain - Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research