Which theory of pain suggests that there are mechanisms in the spinal cord that can either "permit" or "block" pain messages from getting to the brain?
A) Nociceptive reduction theory
B) Neuropathic blocking theory
C) Spinal inhibition theory
D) Gate-control theory

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The theory that suggests there are mechanisms in the spinal cord that can either "permit" or "block" pain messages from getting to the brain is known as the Gate-control theory. This theory proposes that there are "gates" in the spinal cord that can be opened or closed to allow pain signals through or block them, respectively. Different types of signals, such as touch or massage, can activate these gates to reduce pain perception.

Which Theory of Pain Suggests That There Are Mechanisms in the Spinal