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Participants of the 24-27 September 2026 Asian Pain Academy 4-Day Hands-on Workshop in Ultrasound-Guided Procedures in Pain Medicine Receiving Their Certificates at the Successful Conclusion of the Workshop. 24–27 September 2026: 4-Day Hands-On Workshop on Ultrasound-Guided Procedures in Pain Medicine Successfully Concluded | Congratulations to All Participants Overview of the Workshop The 4-Day Hands-On Workshop on Ultrasound-Guided Procedures in Pain Medicine, held from 24–

By Dr Debjyoti Dutta, Asian Pain Academy Chronic knee pain is one of the most common problems encountered in a pain clinic. Although osteoarthritis is often the underlying pathology, the pain experienced by the patient is not simply a reflection of the radiographic severity of osteoarthritis. In selected patients, targeting the sensory innervation of the knee with radiofrequency treatment can provide meaningful pain relief and improve function. In this article, I will discus

Asian Pain Academy successfully conducted its 4-Day Hands-On Workshop on Ultrasound-Guided Procedures in Pain Medicine from 24–27 September 2026. Designed for doctors interested in Pain Medicine, Anesthesiology, Regional Anesthesia, Neurology, and Musculoskeletal Ultrasound, the workshop provided an intensive and interactive learning experience with a strong emphasis on practical training. Participants received hands-on exposure to ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal imaging an

Participants of the 10-13 September 2026 Asian Pain Academy 4-Day Hands-on Workshop in Pain Management Receiving Their Certificates at the Successful Conclusion of the Workshop. Participants and Asian Pain Academy Celebrating the Successful Completion of the Workshop with a Group Photo (10-13 September 2026) Participants of the Asian Pain Academy Workshop in Pain Medicine (10-13 September, 2026), posing together after four days of intensive learning, hands-on training, and sk

4-Day Hands-On Pain Medicine Workshop at Asian Pain Academy: September 10–13, 2026 Asian Pain Academy conducted a focused 4-day hands-on workshop in Pain Medicine from September 10–13, 2026, bringing together doctors interested in developing practical skills in interventional pain management. The workshop was designed to go beyond classroom-based learning, with emphasis on hands-on training, ultrasound-guided procedures, sonoanatomy, clinical decision-making, and procedural s

Ganglion cysts are common benign soft-tissue swellings that frequently occur around the wrist and hand. Although many ganglion cysts are asymptomatic and may resolve spontaneously, some patients develop pain, tenderness, restricted movement, or discomfort during daily activities. In selected patients, aspiration may provide symptomatic relief and reduce the size of the cyst. Ultrasound-Guided Aspiration of a Painful Ganglion Cyst is an important procedure in musculoskeletal a

Trigger finger is a common painful condition affecting the fingers and thumb, often causing catching, clicking, or locking during movement. It is associated with pathology of the A1 pulley, which surrounds the flexor tendon at the level of the metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joint. In this educational article, Asian Pain Academy presents the clinical approach to ultrasound-guided injection for Trigger Finger, including the anatomy of the A1 pulley, conservative management, corticos

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

Workshop on MSK Ultrasound Interventions & Nerve Blocks in Pain Medicine August 27–30 | Asian Pain Academy, Kolkata Doctors from across India and around the world joined our 4-day hands-on workshop on MSK Ultrasound Interventions and Nerve Blocks in Pain Medicine. Their experiences highlight the practical learning, expert guidance, hands-on exposure, and increased confidence gained through the workshop. MSK Ultrasound Interventions & Nerve Blocks in Pain Medicine, August 27–3

Participants of the 27 – 30 August 2026 Asian Pain Academy 4-Day Hands-on Workshop in MSK Ultrasound Interventions & Nerve Blocks in Pain MedicineReceiving Their Certificates at the Successful Conclusion of the Workshop Participants and Asian Pain Academy Celebrating the Successful Completion of the Workshop with a Group Photo (27– 30 August 2026) Distinguished Participants of 27–30 August 2026 | Asian Pain Academy Successfully Conducted a 4-Day Hands-On Workshop We were del

Condoliase for Lumbar Disc Herniation: Evidence, Safety and the Future of Enzymatic Chemonucleolysis By Dr Debjyoti Dutta This article is intended for medical education and professional discussion. It should not be interpreted as individual patient-specific medical advice or as a substitute for applicable regulatory labelling, clinical guidelines or specialist assessment. Introduction Lumbar disc herniation (LDH) is one of the most important causes of lumbar radicular pain,

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

Participant Reviews from the Asian Pain Academy Pain Management Workshop (30 July – 2 August 2026) The Asian Pain Academy 4-Day Hands-on Pain Management Workshop, held from 30 July to 2 August 2026 in Kolkata, brought together doctors from different specialties and regions of India to learn modern Interventional Pain Medicine through a structured blend of lectures, simulation-based learning, and live clinical demonstrations. Conducted at Rajarhat Pain Clinic and Samobathi Pai

The Participant Review: Asian Pain Academy Pain Management Workshop (July 2–5, 2026) page showcases the experiences and feedback of doctors who attended our intensive four-day workshop in Pain Medicine. Participants from India and Nepal share how the combination of evidence-based lectures, live demonstrations, and supervised hands-on training in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound (MSK USG) and fluoroscopy-guided pain interventions helped strengthen their clinical skills and confidenc

Asian Pain Academy Workshop in Pain Medicine (July 2-5, 2026) A memorable four-day journey of learning, collaboration, and hands-on training in interventional pain medicine. Participants from diverse medical backgrounds came together at the Asian Pain Academy to enhance their knowledge, develop practical skills, and gain exposure to evidence-based pain management techniques under expert guidance. The workshop concluded with certificate distribution, celebrating the commitment

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

The 2026 June 18-21 Pain Management Workshop at the Asian Pain Academy was a memorable four days filled with intensive learning, hands-on training, and academic discussions. This event focused on clinical skill development in Pain Medicine. We welcomed enthusiastic doctors from across India, eager to gain practical experience in ultrasound-guided pain interventions and contemporary pain management techniques. A Journey of Learning and Collaboration Congratulations to all part

Participant Review: Asian Pain Academy Pain Management Workshop (June 4-7, 2026) features inspiring testimonials from Dr. Swagata Biswas, Dr. Sai Sathya, Dr. Rajalakshmi Rajamanickam, Dr. Janani N, and Dr. Chanda Dutta as they share their experiences with the 6-month Basic Pain Medicine Course, hands-on workshops, and advanced interventional pain training.