According to the gate control theory of pain,the ________ of the spinal cord act as a "gate" and may open and transmit sensations of pain if the stimulation is sufficiently intense.

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The gate control theory of pain states that the dorsal horns of the spinal cord act as a "gate" that can either allow or block pain signals from reaching the brain. The opening of the gate is influenced by the intensity of the stimulation. Thus, option A is the correct answer as it refers to the dorsal horns of the spinal cord. Option B (somatic nerves) and option C (coxal terminus) are not directly related to the gate control theory of pain. Option D (epidural blocks) are a method of pain relief that involve injecting anesthetic medication into the epidural space around the spinal cord, but it is not directly related to the gate control theory of pain.

According to the Gate Control Theory of Pain,the ________ of the Spinal