Describe the Mechanisms of the Nervous System That Function to Modulate

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Essay

Describe the mechanisms of the nervous system that function to modulate pain perception, and discuss some of the techniques that we employ to maximize this relief.

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Definitions:

Bathing

The act of washing oneself or another, typically in a bathtub or shower, for purposes of hygiene or relaxation.

Athlete's Foot

A fungal infection that affects the skin on the feet, known medically as tinea pedis, commonly occurring in environments that are moist and warm.

Tinea Pedis

A fungal infection of the skin on the feet, commonly known as athlete's foot.

Papillomavirus

A type of virus responsible for causing papillomas, such as warts, and some types of cancer, notably cervical cancer, through infection of epithelial cells.