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In Their Own Words: The Faces Behind Pain Research

Throughout the U.S. Pain Foundation’s #KNOWresearch campaign this KNOWvember, pain scientists across the country shared personal videos about the research they’re conducting—and why pain research is so important. This effort, which was made a reality thanks to a...

You’re the Expert: Why Lived Experience Belongs in Pain Research

Pain research has traditionally involved the same step-by-step process: Develop a research question. Design a study. Write a grant. Conduct research. Analyze data. Publish findings. And the same core team generally carries out those steps: A principal investigator or...

From Barriers to Bridges: Making Pain Research More Inclusive

Pain research is strongest when it is inclusive and accessible to every group and population that can benefit from it—but many individuals still face barriers to participating in clinical trials and research. The obstacles inhibiting greater research participation may...

From Overlooked to Understood: Why Research Must Reflect Real Lives

Every November, the U.S. Pain Foundation brings our community together to spotlight something powerful: knowledge.  We call it KNOWvember—a month-long campaign amplifying a theme that matters deeply to the pain community. This year, we’re focusing on an area that has...

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Virtual Advocacy Training Series launches

Virtual Advocacy Training Series launches

On May 26, U.S. Pain Foundation launched its first-ever Virtual Advocacy Training Series for its top pain advocates. Typically, the organization hosts advocacy trainings as in-person weekend summits, but because of the COVID-19 situation, it...

Reminder: CDC docket deadline nearing

Reminder: CDC docket deadline nearing

The June 16 deadline is rapidly approaching for submitting comments to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) official docket on pain. As covered in our May newsletter, the CDC opened this docket on April 17, requesting patients...

Pain Warrior of the Month: Bobbi Blades

Pain Warrior of the Month: Bobbi Blades

City & State: Concord, NH Age: 65 years old Pain warrior role: U.S. Pain advocate since 2017 What type of health conditions you live with: Rheumatoid arthritis, spondylolisthesis, herniated disk, and IBS-C What is your favorite tip for others...

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