Melzack and Wall believe that the pain relieving effects of acupuncture are explained by the __________ theory.

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Melzack and Wall proposed the gate control theory of pain, which suggests that the perception of pain is not simply a direct result of activation of pain receptors, but also involves gating mechanisms in the central nervous system. Acupuncture is believed to stimulate sensory nerves in a way that closes the "gate" to incoming pain signals, resulting in pain relief.

Melzack and Wall Believe That the Pain Relieving Effects of Acupuncture