Chronic pain is a daily reality for millions of Americans, interfering with their everyday activities and quality of life. An estimated 24.3% of adults in the United States experienced chronic pain in 2023, and current treatment options are not always effective. But new research from the Texas A&M University Health Science Center (Texas A&M Health) suggests the brain’s own housekeeping system could hold the key to lasting relief.
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