Scientists discover a way to manage pain without side effects

Scientists have discovered a way to block pain without hindering natural healing or causing side effects, by targeting a specific receptor on nerve cells. The study in Nature used mice to show that disabling the EP2 receptor on Schwann cells reduced pain after injury while allowing inflammation and healing to proceed normally. This research could lead to new painkillers that target pain at the nerve-cell level, avoiding issues like stomach bleeding or heart risks associated with current medications.