Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

antinociception

Noun

/ˌæntiˌnoʊsɪˈsɛpʃən/

Definition

The process through which the body reduces its perception of pain.

Examples

The body’s natural antinociceptive responses can help mitigate pain during injury.
Some medications work by enhancing antinociception to provide relief from chronic pain.
Research in pain management often focuses on understanding the pathways involved in antinociception.

Meaning

Antinociception refers to the mechanisms and actions that decrease the sensation of pain, often involving the nervous system’s response to harmful stimuli.