Regarding the Gate Control Theory and Acupuncture, Which of the Following

question 400

Multiple Choice

Regarding the gate control theory and acupuncture, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)Messages carried by large, fast nerve fibers seem to close the spinal gate directly.
• B)Messages from small, slow fibers go through the pain gate and on to a "central biasing system."
• C)The acupuncture needles activate the large, fast nerve fibers and close the spinal gate directly.
• D)Acupuncture produces short-term pain relief, but the claims of this procedure curing illnesses is much more debatable.

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