The biennial World Congress on Pain, is the world’s premier gathering on the topic and  took place in Yokohama, Japan, September 26 - 30, 2016. The program comprised of  plenary sessions, workshops, poster sessions, and brought together scientists, clinicians, health-care providers, and policymakers to stimulate and support the study of pain and to translate that knowledge into improved pain relief worldwide. 

 

IASP is the leading professional forum for science, practice, and education in the field of pain. Members include professionals involved in research, diagnosis, or treatment of pain. IASP has more than 7,000 members in 133 countries, 90 national chapters, and 20 Special Interest Groups (SIGs).