The Mechanoreceptive Ion Channel PIEZO2 Plays a Critical Role in Sexual Function

https://www.nccih.nih.gov/research/research-results/the-mechanoreceptive-ion-channel-piezo2-plays-a-critical-role-in-sexual-function?nav=govd Uncovering the biomechanical processes underlying human touch and sensation is critical to understanding this essential human function and key to discovering potential new approaches to treating pain, a key National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) priority. NCCIH’s research is contributing to a growing understanding of the mechanoreceptive ion channel PIEZO2 and its essential role in discriminative touch in both mice and humans, in different parts of the body.