Is there a correlation between pain level and heart rate?
Abstract
The evidence suggests a potential correlation between pain levels and heart rate, with increased heart rate variability often aligning with higher reported pain. However, the methodological variability and heterogeneity in studies pose challenges to drawing definitive conclusions.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Heart Rate Variability and Autonomic Control
Pediatric Pain Management Techniques
Heart rate and cardiovascular health
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Publication date
- 17 January 2026