Neuropathic pain is caused by a lesion or disease of the somatosensory system (including peripheral and central neurons). Here, the authors present the current descriptions of the presentation, causes, diagnosis and treatment of neuropathic pain with a focus on peripheral neuropathic pain, which has a greater knowledge base than central neuropathic pain.
- Luana Colloca
- Taylor Ludman
- Srinivasa N. Raja