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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.

2026 June 4–7 Pain Management Workshop at the Asian Pain Academy 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 the distribution of certificates, celebrating at

Warm congratulations from the Asian Pain Academy to Dr. Sayantan Sinha, Dr. Reena Sanges V, Dr. Abhishek Nanda, and Dr. Rupesh Goel on successfully completing the ultrasound-guided hands-on training in pain management interventions. This special occasion brings together our committed faculty and eager participants as the Chronic Pain Management Workshop draws to a close, celebrating several days of shared learning and meaningful collaboration. Dr. Sayantan Sinha, an anaesthes

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

What is MIPSI? Chronic pain remains one of the most complex and resource-intensive challenges in contemporary clinical practice. Beyond its impact on physical function, persistent pain significantly affects psychological health, quality of life, occupational productivity, and healthcare utilization. While pharmacotherapy, rehabilitation, and surgical intervention remain important components of multidisciplinary pain management, a substantial group of patients fall into an int

Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is one of the most common causes of disability worldwide and remains a major challenge for clinicians. While conventional imaging often focuses on discs, facet joints, and neural compression, growing evidence suggests that dysfunction of the lumbar multifidus muscle (LMM) plays a critical role in persistent spinal pain and instability. Musculoskeletal ultrasound (MSK-US) has emerged as a valuable imaging modality for evaluating multifidus morpholo

Core Concept - Role of Glial Cells in Chronic Pain Chronic pain is no longer viewed as purely a neuronal phenomenon. Current neuroscience firmly establishes that glial cells — once dismissed as passive support cells — are active orchestrators of pain chronification, neuroinflammation, and central sensitisation. Understanding glial biology is essential to every modern clinician practising pain medicine. Introduction: Why Pain Medicine Needed a New Paradigm For decades, pain wa

Chronic pain has traditionally been classified into two major categories: nociceptive pain and neuropathic pain. While this framework has guided clinicians for decades, a significant number of patients continue to experience persistent pain that does not fit neatly into either category. These individuals often have widespread pain, fatigue, sensory hypersensitivity, sleep disturbances, and emotional distress despite minimal tissue injury or clear nerve damage. To address this

Buttock pain is a common yet diagnostically challenging complaint encountered in pain clinics, spine practices, and rehabilitation settings. While sacroiliac joint dysfunction, lumbar radiculopathy, piriformis syndrome, and facetogenic pain are frequently considered, cluneal nerve entrapment remains an under-recognized cause of chronic buttock and low back pain. Failure to identify cluneal neuralgia can lead to prolonged suffering, unnecessary imaging, failed spine interventi

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