In the Brain, Scientists Find New Clues to Treating Chronic Pain

Embedded electrodes capture brain activity linked to years of persistent pain

An X-ray of a study participant shows implanted electrodes, in red, connected to brain stimulating and recording implants. Prasad Shirvalkar

Electrodes embedded in the brains of four people have captured a detailed and precise portrait of chronic pain.

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