Pain Matters
The magazine for people living with pain, and their healthcare professionals
Since 1995, the latest ideas and advice about pain.
Our contributors are healthcare professionals, researchers and people living with pain.
Each issue hosts new guest-editors, keeping content fresh and informed by a breadth of expertise.

offers readers practical tools and renewed hope
translates the science into an understandable and workable approach
accessible and compassionate
Current Issue
Pain Matters 91
#91. HOW DO NEURODIVERGENT PEOPLE EXPERIENCE PAIN DIFFERENTLY?
Common myths debunked, extra challenges explained, top tips for clinicians and people living with pain…
The world-class Bath Centre for Pain Services brings its daily experience with patients to illuminate, and advise on, the connections between neurodiversity and chronic pain.
Recent issues
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Pain Matters 90
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Pain Matters 89
Pain is influenced by all aspects of life. Pain Matters covers a multitude of approaches and activities that can help us be active participants in our health and wellbeing, aiding our management of pain
– guest editors Dr Cathy Stannard and Chris Davis
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I try Pain Matters before subscribing?
Yes! We currently offer free access to issue 89 so you can see if Pain Matters is right for you.
Can I access past issues?
At no extra cost, digital subscribers get access to our back catalogue from issue 48 onwards (i.e. 40+ issues). Print back issues may be available to purchase separately – please contact us directly about this.
What if I can’t afford a subscription?
If you cannot afford the cost of a digital or print subscription, please email us.
Where does my subscription money go?
All proceeds from Pain Matters subscriptions go directly to Pain Concern. Your subscription helps fund:
- Free information resources for people with pain
- Community support and education initiatives
- Advocacy and awareness campaigns
How do I cancel my subscription?
We hope you’ll love Pain Matters, but if you need to cancel your print subscription, please contact us and we’ll process your cancellation. Digital subscriptions can typically be cancelled through your Pocketmags account settings.
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