Influence of self-reported physical activity and sleep quality on conditioned pain modulation in the orofacial region

ConclusionsPain modulation seems to be more efficient in individuals who report a good sleep quality and a high level of physical activity.Clinical relevanceConditioned pain modulation is highly variable in healthy people. Therefore,  a multifactorial approach should be taken into consideration in the evaluation of the efficacy of endogenous analgesia.
Source: Clinical Oral Investigations - Category: Dentistry Source Type: research