The idea that large fibres in the sensory nerves can prevent impulses from reaching the brain and thus prevent the sensation of pain is part of the __________ theory of pain.
A)gate-control
B)primary process
C)free nerve ending
D)volley

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The gate-control theory of pain suggests that neural "gates" in the spinal cord can control the flow of pain signals to the brain. Specifically, it proposes that large fibres in sensory nerves can activate inhibitory neurons that block pain signals from smaller fibres. This can reduce or even eliminate the sensation of pain. So, the statement in the question about large fibres preventing impulses from reaching the brain aligns with the gate-control theory. The other options listed are not directly related to this concept.

The Idea That Large Fibres in the Sensory Nerves Can