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Advance Your Skills in Pain Medicine with Asian Pain Academy’s 6-Month Fellowship Starts September 15, 2026 | Live Online Classes | Expert Faculty The Asian Pain Academy is pleased to announce the September 2026 batch of its 6-Month Fellowship in Ultrasound-Guided Procedures in Pain Medicine, designed for medical professionals who want to develop advanced knowledge and practical skills in ultrasound-guided pain interventions. With the increasing importance of ultrasound in mo

Introduction: A New Chapter for Facet Joint Pain Facet-mediated spinal pain remains one of the most discussed—and sometimes most misunderstood—areas of interventional pain medicine. Should every patient with facet arthropathy on MRI receive a facet injection? Should every patient with a positive medial branch block proceed to radiofrequency ablation? Are intra-articular facet injections still relevant? And perhaps most importantly: Is radiofrequency ablation still the preferr

What Is Flexor Hallucis Longus Tenosynovitis? Flexor Hallucis Longus Tenosynovitis is an inflammatory condition involving the tendon sheath of the flexor hallucis longus (FHL) tendon. It can present with pain around the posteromedial ankle and may be associated with repetitive loading, overuse, sports activities, trauma, or other ankle and foot pathology. Because several important tendons, nerves and vessels pass through the medial ankle, accurately identifying the pain-gener

NMC Proposes a Unique National ID for Doctors The National Medical Commission (NMC) has proposed a significant change to the medical registration system in India: a centrally generated Unique Identification (UID) number for every registered medical practitioner. Under the proposed framework, a doctor who is registered with a State Medical Register could receive a UID generated centrally by the Ethics and Medical Registration Board (EMRB) of the NMC. The UID would be linked to

Every medical teacher remembers certain days with special pride. They are not the days of lectures or examinations, but the days when a fellow performs an advanced interventional pain procedure independently and successfully relieves a patient's suffering. One such proud moment recently unfolded at Asian Pain Academy when our One-Year Fellowship participant, Dr. Jitin Mathew Abraham, successfully performed his first Gasserian Ganglion Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) for a patie

For doctors looking to build expertise in modern pain care, a Pain Medicine Fellowship remains one of the most sought-after pathways for career advancement. With chronic pain cases increasing globally and interventional pain practice rapidly evolving, structured training has become essential. Asian Pain Academy is now accepting applications for its June 2026 Pain Medicine Fellowship, offering clinicians an opportunity to gain advanced knowledge, procedural confidence, and exp

Introduction Radiofrequency Ablation Pain Management continues to transform the field of interventional pain medicine by offering precise, minimally invasive solutions for chronic pain conditions. In a landmark educational event, the Asian Pain Academy successfully completed an advanced Pain Medicine Workshop at Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Ranchi, Jharkhand, on 18th April 2024, showcasing the latest developments in Radiofrequency Ablation Pain Management te

Pain Management Fellowship in India 2026 If you've been thinking about stepping into interventional pain medicine — or taking your existing skills to the next level — April 2026 might just be the turning point in your career. Asian Pain Academy (APA) is launching its next batch of Pain Management Fellowship programs on 8th April 2026 , and whether you're a fresh postgraduate looking for direction or a seasoned clinician wanting to add procedural skills, there's a program buil

By Dr. Debjyoti Dutta & Dr. Chinmoy Roy Introduction Lateral epicondylalgia, commonly referred to as tennis elbow , is one of the most frequently encountered causes of elbow pain in orthopedic, sports medicine, and pain management practice. The condition results from degenerative tendinopathy of the common extensor tendon , most commonly involving the extensor carpi radialis brevis (ECRB) tendon at the lateral epicondyle of the humerus. Histopathological studies have consist

Author: Dr. Debjyoti Dutta, Pain Physician Reviewed by: Dr. Chinmoy Roy, Pain Physician Introduction The year 2026 marks a pivotal moment in metabolic medicine in India . With the anticipated expiry of patent protection for semaglutide , the active molecule behind widely used anti-diabetic and anti-obesity medications, the Indian pharmaceutical landscape is poised for a major transformation. The emergence of Semaglutide Generics India 2026 is expected to significantly expan

This Holi, add more than just colors to your celebration — add clarity, confidence, and clinical precision to your pain practice. Asian Pain Academy is offering an exclusive 25% discount on the APA Pain Manual — available only till 4th March, 11:59 PM . If you’ve been planning to upgrade your procedural knowledge or are looking for a structured, practical guide for interventional pain medicine, this is the perfect opportunity. Use Coupon Code: HOLI25 APA Pain Manual E-Book

Author: Dr Debjyoti Dutta & Dr Chinmoy Roy , Asian Pain Academy ABSTRACT - Fibromyalgia (FM) is a chronic pain syndrome characterised by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and cognitive dysfunction. It affects an estimated 2–8% of the global population, with a marked female preponderance. Despite decades of research, the exact pathophysiology remains incompletely understood, though central sensitisation and neurotransmitter dysregulation are now r

The Asian Pain Academy is excited to announce a special Live YouTube Training Session on APA EMR V 1.0 – Asian Pain Academy EMR . This session is tailored specifically for pain physicians. 📅 Date: 21st February 2026 ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM (IST) 📍 Platform: YouTube Live Subscribe to the Asian Pain Academy YouTube Channel now, if not yet subscribed for the YouTube live. Please click the link and continue with Google Sign-in to download the software. Why This Training Is Impo

Compiled from Peer-Reviewed Medical Literature by Asian Pain Academy Abstract Hyoid Bone Syndrome (HBS) is a poorly recognized but clinically significant cause of chronic anterolateral neck pain, throat discomfort, and referred orofacial pain. First described by Brown in 1954, the syndrome arises from degenerative and inflammatory changes at the greater cornu of the hyoid bone, particularly at the insertion of the stylohyoid ligament and the middle pharyngeal constrictor mu

At ISSPCON 2026, Dr Chinmoy Roy delivered a thought-provoking and academically rigorous lecture titled “The Concept of Nociplastic Pain — Where To From Here?” The session explored the evolving understanding of pain mechanisms, critically examined the scientific foundation of nociplastic pain, and highlighted the ongoing controversies surrounding its clinical application. The lecture encouraged clinicians to rethink how persistent pain is classified and emphasized that mechan

Chronic spinal pain is one of the most prevalent, disabling, and economically burdensome conditions worldwide. At ISSPCON 2026, Dr. Debjyoti Dutta presented a comprehensive and structured lecture on the Evidence-Based Algorithmic Approach to Chronic Spinal Pain , emphasizing that spine care must transition from symptom-driven and image-driven practice to diagnosis-driven, reproducible clinical algorithms. The Evidence-Based Algorithmic Approach to Chronic Spinal Pain offers

APA EMR Software (Asian Pain Academy EMR) is a purpose-built electronic medical record system exclusively designed for pain management practices. It facilitates structured and comprehensive documentation of pain assessments, interventional procedures, imaging, follow-ups, and clinical outcomes—ensuring streamlined workflows, precise record-keeping, and robust medico-legal security. Developed by pain physicians for pain physicians, APA EMR promotes clinical efficiency, standa

Upcoming Pain Medicine Courses – February 2026 Upcoming Pain Medicine Courses February 2026 – Learn Basic & Advanced Pain Management with Asian Pain Academy The field of pain medicine is evolving rapidly with cutting-edge interventional techniques, ultrasound-guided procedures, regenerative therapies, and evidence-based protocols. To stay ahead in this competitive specialty, structured hands-on training is essential. Asian Pain Academy (APA) proudly announces its Upcoming Pa

Real Story of Dr Jithin Mathew Abraham at Believers Church Medical College Hospital, Kerala For years, patients with chronic pain in many parts of India had limited options. Medicines helped some, physiotherapy helped others, but many continued to suffer—moving between departments without lasting relief. Dedicated pain services inside teaching hospitals were still developing, and interventional pain care remained largely outside the public eye. That picture is now beginning t

Pain Medicine Training has become essential for doctors managing chronic pain in today’s evidence-based and technology-driven clinical environment. Asian Pain Academy (APA) has established itself as a leading international platform dedicated to structured, practical, and globally relevant Pain Medicine Training for doctors across continents. With participants from multiple countries in 2025, Asian Pain Academy continues to redefine how modern pain education is delivered. G