Drugs targeting 'zombie cells' show promise for treating chronic back pain

Published Date: 23 Apr 2025

In a preclinical study led by McGill University researchers, two drugs targeting "zombie cells" have been shown to treat the underlying cause of chronic low back pain. The condition affects millions of people worldwide.

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