Capsaicin Rubs, Tiger Balm, and Other Salves Used by Athletes

question 164

Multiple Choice

Capsaicin rubs, Tiger balm, and other salves used by athletes to sooth muscle injuries create a burning sensation. This is likely due to the fact that the skin receptors they affect signal the release of ____________ that eventually prevents the affected neurons from transmitting pain signals.

• A) substance P
• B) endorphins
• C) GABA
• D) cholecystokinins

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Definitions:

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Orgasm

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