Emerging treatments for chronic neuropathic pain from a cross-disease perspective: developments and applications of nanomaterials
摘要
Chronic neuropathic pain (CNP) results from disease or damage within the somatosensory nervous system. It represents a prevalent and challenging form of chronic pain that exerts a severe impact on patients’ quality of life. This review aims to synthesize and highlight the current understanding of the mechanisms underlying CNP, as well as the evolving therapeutic landscape. With advancements in research, an increasing number of analgesic targets specific to various disease types are being developed, alongside the emergence of novel nanomaterials for treating chronic pain. In this review, we systematically summarize the applications and potential mechanisms of nanomaterials in treating CNP induced by various diseases, providing new insights for both fundamental research and clinical management of CNP.