Scientists discover a way to block pain without side effects

Scientists discovered a way to block pain without hindering the body's natural healing processes. This breakthrough targets a specific pain receptor, decoupling pain from inflammation. The research identified the EP2 receptor in Schwann cells as the key to pain signaling, separate from inflammation's role in recovery. This offers a potential alternative to NSAIDs, which suppress both pain and beneficial inflammation. This discovery could lead to new pain treatments with fewer side effects than current medications like ibuprofen and aspirin, which carry risks of stomach, heart, and kidney issues.