Firm stroking of human skin leads to vasodilatation possibly due to the release of substance P

Many animal species invest a large amount of time in grooming behavior without deriving any apparent benefit. In order for this behavior to have survived, however, it must confer some survival advantage. In seven of eight humans tested, an elevation in the skin’s temperature was documented after mas...

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Veröffentlicht in:	Journal of dermatological science 2000-02, Vol.22 (2), p.138-144
1. Verfasser:	Morhenn, Vera B
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Animals Human skin Humans Massage Massaging Microcirculation Nitric oxide Skin - blood supply Skin Physiological Phenomena Substance P Substance P - physiology Temperature Vasodilation - physiology
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