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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP)

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International, member-supported, non-profit association that brings together scientists, clinicians, healthcare providers, and policymakers to stimulate and support the study of pain and to translate that knowledge into improved pain relief worldwide.

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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 2h
Gilbert et al. demonstrate that THIK2 channels, expressed in nonpeptidergic sensory neurons, exert an inhibitory control over neuronal excitability and reduce pain sensitivity in mice. Learn more in #PainReports bit.ly/4hP0YMj
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
Help shape NeuPSIG 2027 in Helsinki. Workshop proposals are open across neuropathic pain and itch. The submitting speaker must be an IASP and NeuPSIG member. Deadline: 16 Nov 2026, 16:59 GMT: bit.ly/3TwqqhQ #NeuPSIG2027
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
14 days to Bangkok. Past attendees: What is one piece of advice or one must-do you would share with a first-time attendee? Explore #WC2026: bit.ly/3Uhm7qO 26-30 October 2026 | BITEC
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
In this week’s #PAIN Featured Image, Guerra-Armas et al. depict potential mechanisms underlying IVR-induced pain relief, including changes in attention, neuroplasticity, autonomic regulation, and antinociception. Learn more at bit.ly/4xbsLxf
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
Prokhorenko et al. find that astrocyte Ca2+ signaling mediated by store-operated Ca2+ entry is required for chronic pain and may be an important target for nonopioid pain therapeutics. Learn more in #PainReports bit.ly/4hsL6R2
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
Congratulations to Jo Mari Darvin C. Adorador, BSN, MD, of the Philippines, recipient of the 2026 Philip A. Spiegel Trainee Award. Dr. Adorador plans to return to Iloilo City to expand access to pain and palliative care: bit.ly/46U5LqY #IASP2026
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
20 days to Bangkok. What are you most looking forward to at #IASP2026: the science, practical learning, posters, networking or something else? If you have attended before, share a favorite World Congress memory.
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Download the official #IASP2026 mobile app before Bangkok. Explore the program, build your schedule, review poster abstracts, navigate BITEC, connect with attendees and exhibitors, and receive updates: bit.ly/4AHQxmn #PainScience
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
PAIN Featured Image PLACEHOLDER DO NOT DRAFT
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Start learning before Bangkok with recorded #IASP2026 Refresher Courses on pain research, clinical care, policy and education. Courses are $29 for IASP members and $49 for non-members. Register separately through PERC: bit.ly/46tW02C #PainEducation
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
PAIN Reports PLACEHOLDER DO NOT DRAFT
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Sawasdee ka. I'm Ellie, the 2026 World Congress on Pain Ambassador. One month to go: complete your registration, review the pre-congress program and add any remaining events to your plans. See you in Bangkok on 26 October: bit.ly/3V9ZYLi
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Put your work on the international stage at APS–ISPP 2027. Abstract submissions close 6 Oct 2026. Submit a poster/free paper abstract or propose a symposium, topical workshop or practical workshop: bit.ly/4yMDPRy #APSISPP2027
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
In this week’s #PAIN Featured Image, Su et al. illustrate trigeminal sensory pathways, with a focus on pain and proprioception. Learn more at bit.ly/4ik5NPI
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Start learning before Bangkok with recorded #IASP2026 Refresher Courses on pain research, clinical practice, policy & education.~$29/course for IASP members; $49 for non-members. Separate PERC registration: bit.ly/46tW02C #PainEducation
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Di Domenico et al find that childhood discrimination is associated w/ higher multisite pain odds across multiple discrimination subtypes, revealing dose-dependent relationship independent of socioeconomic factors, adverse childhood experiences #PainReports bit.ly/4fbfHlk
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Abstract submissions for APS–ISPP 2027 close on 6 October including: → Posters → Free oral papers → ISPP symposium proposals → APS topical workshop proposals → Practical workshops submit your abstract: aps-ispp2027.com/cal... #APSISPP2027
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Pain Awareness Month Week 4: ADVANCE. Turn awareness into action through learning, collaboration & evidence sharing. Explore IASP's resources and share how you are advancing pain research, education or care: bit.ly/4zSCeLB #PainAwarenessMonth #IASP2026
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
In this week’s #PAIN Featured Image, Hodges et al. outline a transparent process through which agreement on the definition of “central sensitization” may be achieved. Learn more at bit.ly/4xb0iYd
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Complete #IASP2026 wire transfer payments before 2 Oct. Starting that date, IASP will no longer accept wire transfers for World Congress registration or pre-congress events. Register or complete payment: bit.ly/3UGr6RW
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
New #IASP2026 registrants can add one of two Hands-On Workshops on 26 Oct for $99: - Pain assessment in older adults - Communication skills in pain treatment World Congress registration required: bit.ly/3V6iGDn #PainEducation
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Pain Awareness Month Week 3: PARTNER. People with lived experience are essential partners in pain research, education & advocacy. Explore IASP's resources and share partnership in action: bit.ly/4zSCeLB #PainAwarenessMonth #GAPPA
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
In this week’s #PAIN Featured Image, @khannalabuf.bsky.social et al. depict the computational pipeline converting the endogenous proresolving lipid maresin 1 into a stable small-molecule agonist of the satellite glial receptor GPR37L1. Learn more at bit.ly/4qqnBL0
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Pain at the Emergency Department | 15 Sep, 4:00 p.m. EDT Learn about pain prevalence & treatment, pain assessment & regional anesthesia in emergency settings. IASP members: Free | Non-members: $25 Register: bit.ly/4ctE37H #PainEducation
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
PAIN Reports PLACEHOLDER DO NOT DRAFT
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Pontiff et al. find that higher estimated cardiorespiratory fitness is associated with lower odds of chronic pain and with more favorable changes in pain severity in the general population. Learn more in #PainReports bit.ly/4favaSH
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Registration reopened. Additional seats are now available for the #IASP2026 Hands-On Workshop, Non-Invasive Neuromodulation for Pain, on 26 October in Bangkok, with hands-on rTMS & tDCS demonstrations. Additional registration required: bit.ly/3Svdg49 #PainEducation
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Pain Awareness Month: ADVOCATE. Explore resources to help people living with pain prepare for care conversations, partner with health professionals & build self-management skills. Share what supports participation in pain care: bit.ly/4zSCeLB #PainAwarenessMonth
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
In this week’s #PAIN Featured Image, Litewczuk et al. present a schematic representation of their study design. Results confirm the essential role of capsaicin-sensitive nociceptors for heat pain. Learn more at bit.ly/4q0dvjQ
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Add focused learning to your #IASP2026 preparation with recorded Refresher Courses on PERC. Members: $109/course | Non-members: $139/course Congress: 26–30 October 2026. bit.ly/4ib3lLc
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Chen et al. find that despite overall hyposensitivity, there are race- and age-related differences in the relationships between clinical and laboratory-based pain among former professional American-style football players. Learn more in #PainReports bit.ly/3PMrax9
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Better pain care begins with better understanding. Explore neuropathic pain through the 2026 IASP Global Year, including its impact, diagnosis and treatment, psychosocial factors & research priorities. bit.ly/4hrJjMp #PainAwarenessMonth
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Pain Awareness Month begins tomorrow, 1 September. This September, IASP will explore four connected themes: Understand. Advocate. Partner. Advance. Explore evidence-based resources and share them with your networks. bit.ly/4hrJjMp #PainAwarenessMonth
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
In this week’s #PAIN Featured Image, Spanswick et al. present their results, indicating that LAT8881 suppresses ectopic firing at the level of the DRG. Learn more at bit.ly/4wgKpOL
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Go deeper before Bangkok with a recorded #IASP2026 Refresher Course on PERC. Members: $109/course | Non-members: $139/course Congress: 26–30 October 2026. bit.ly/4ib3lLc
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Williams et al. find that methylglyoxal sex-dependently alters C-fiber activity-dependent slowing, potentially influencing spinal processing of noxious heat to drive heat hyperalgesia in males only. Learn more in #PainReports bit.ly/3PMr9JB
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Five Hands-On Workshops remain available for #IASP2026 on 26 October 2026. Practical learning across pain research and care. Separate registration required. bit.ly/4gpvOvD
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Tomorrow, 25 August at 9:00 a.m. ET: PRF Debate - Dueling Commentaries on Pain Biomarkers. Kai Karos and Choong-Wan Woo present differing perspectives on pain biomarkers. bit.ly/4x3cH0w
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
8 September, 10:00 a.m. EDT: IASP PIDD SIG webinar on the basic science of pain in intellectual and developmental disabilities. Members: Free | Non-members: $25 bit.ly/4bOCJvH
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Campbell et al. find that patients with facial pain disorders exhibited a heightened risk of suicide that was associated with considerable pain-related impairments. Learn more in #PainReports bit.ly/3PMrcoL
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Start your #IASP2026 learning before Bangkok with recorded, expert-led Refresher Courses on PERC. Members: $109/course | Non-members: $139/course Congress: 26–30 October 2026. bit.ly/4ib3lLc
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Full #IASP2026 registration includes real-time translation for Keynote, Plenary, Award Lectures, and Topical Workshops, plus select session recordings after Congress. Bangkok, 26–30 October 2026. bit.ly/4wn88Na
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
In this week’s #PAIN Featured Image, Scuffi et al. illustrate the differences between endometriosis and adenomyosis and related rodent models. Learn more at bit.ly/4wiDDrQ
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Prepare for Bangkok before Congress begins. Nine recorded, expert-led 2026 World Congress on Pain Refresher Courses are now available through PERC. IASP Members: $109/course Non-Members: $139/course Separate registration is required: bit.ly/4fVM71R
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
The Pain Net et al. developed the content of a new single-session intervention targeting pain after surgery entirely based on experiences of patients and parents. Learn more in #PainReports bit.ly/4fFeuCU
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Take it from an elephant: Congress is better when you find your herd. The conversations you did not plan may become some of the most valuable moments of your week. Register for #IASP2026: bit.ly/4fPA1r2
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Pain science advances when pioneering contributions are recognized and shared. Meet the four Award Lecturers presenting at #IASP2026: Esther Pogatzki-Zahn, Steve Middleton, Tasha R. Stanton, and Hadas Nahman-Averbuch. bit.ly/4wfkJlw
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
In this week’s #PAIN Featured Image, Coulombe-Leveque et al. depict key pathophysiological changes in PTSD and nociplastic pain that form the basis of a proposed PTSD-inspired pathophysiological and conceptual model for nociplastic pain. Learn more at bit.ly/4pzT8ts
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Two #WC2026 workshops examine placebo/nocebo mechanisms, featuring @christianbuchel.bsky.social and @ulrikebingel.bsky.social. Register: bit.ly/4qx0aOI
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Temp et al. find that whole-body vibration diminished mechanical hypersensitivity, restored limb use, and reduced cartilage damage in male and female mice with knee osteoarthritis, supporting its therapeutic potential. Learn more in #PainReports bit.ly/3PMra07
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