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Award-winning public health movement. We share the (often surprising) science behind persistent pain to the public, patients & professionals. Knowledge = power!

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When Pain Gets in the Way: Essex Does your job involve supporting people with persistent pain? Join us for an entertaining evening of pain science!

Working in health, social care, fitness or wellbeing? This FREE Essex event is for you.

πŸ“… 18 March | Chelmsford

🎟️ https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/when-pain-gets-in-the-way-essex-tickets-1982495987867?aff=oddtdtcreator

24.02.2026 01:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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In case you missed it!

Community Pain Champion, Julia, explored what messages help people make sense of their pain, what gets in the way, and how education can genuinely empower patients πŸŽ“

You can read the full blog post here: https://www.flippinpain.co.uk/news/rethinking-persistent-pain/

20.02.2026 01:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A photograph of a woman smiling at a presentation. The text reads, 'When Pain Gets in the Way'.

A photograph of a woman smiling at a presentation. The text reads, 'When Pain Gets in the Way'.

Health & care professionals in Essex: join our leading pain experts for an evening unpacking the surprising science of persistent pain!

πŸ“… 18 March 2026, 6–9pm
πŸ“ Everyman Cinema, Chelmsford
Free tickets + food included.
πŸ‘‰ https://www.flippinpain.co.uk/event/when-pain-gets-in-the-way-essex/

18.02.2026 02:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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New research by our very own Community Pain Champion, Julia, explores what messages help people make sense of their pain, what gets in the way, and how education can genuinely empower patients πŸŽ“

You can read the full blog post here: https://www.flippinpain.co.uk/news/rethinking-persistent-pain/

16.02.2026 01:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A woman smiling at a presentation. The text reads, 'When Pain Gets in the Way'.

A woman smiling at a presentation. The text reads, 'When Pain Gets in the Way'.

Over 28 million people in the UK live with persistent pain. Let’s flip the script together.

Join us in Essex for evidence‑based insights you can use in your work.

🎟️ Free event for health & care pros: https://www.flippinpain.co.uk/event/when-pain-gets-in-the-way-essex/

15.02.2026 00:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A photo of a woman at an event, smiling. The logo says: When Pain Gets in the Way.

A photo of a woman at an event, smiling. The logo says: When Pain Gets in the Way.

Professionals in Essex - we're here for you! πŸ™Œ

Join our free, fun and food-filled session on the 18 March: https://www.flippinpain.co.uk/event/when-pain-gets-in-the-way-essex

12.02.2026 10:30 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Cafe Scientifique, 7:45pm Tuesday 17 February 2026.
Suggested donation Β£6

Cafe Scientifique, 7:45pm Tuesday 17 February 2026. Suggested donation Β£6

FP friends in Stockton on Tees! πŸ‘‹

Join Professor Cormac Ryan at ARC Stockton Arts Centre on Tuesday 17 February from 7.45pm for an engaging CafΓ© Scientifique talk exploring the science of persistent pain and the impact of Flippin' Pain.

Find out more πŸ‘‰ https://lnkd.in/ehhNyAh4

11.02.2026 02:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Noi's EP3 3-day course is coming to Manchester!

Join Lorimer Moseley and Tasha Stanton, over 3 full days of groundbreaking talks and workshops on pain science.

πŸ’· Early bird discount: EP3-EARLYBIRD

πŸ—“οΈ 5-7 June 2026
πŸ“ Manchester

🎟️ Book now https://courses.noigroup.com/a/2148212239/zdkibu37

10.02.2026 00:30 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
How to Improve Your Mood in Winter - Flippin' Pain Mahin, an Advanced Pain Physiotherapist and Flippin' Pain Community Pain Champion, lets you know four ways to feel healthier and happier this winter

In case you missed it!

This month we have a blog post by our very own Community Pain Champion and Pain Specialist Physiotherapist, Mahin, who lets us know how to make these colder, darker months less gloomy ❄️

https://www.flippinpain.co.uk/news/how-to-improve-your-mood-in-winter/

05.02.2026 01:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Middlesbrough: join us for a cuppa and a chat about persistent pain every Thursday!

These weekly community sessions are a friendly place for people with persistent pain to share their experiences and learn from one another. We’ll look at the best ways to turn down the volume of pain and share no-nonsense advice.

Middlesbrough: join us for a cuppa and a chat about persistent pain every Thursday! These weekly community sessions are a friendly place for people with persistent pain to share their experiences and learn from one another. We’ll look at the best ways to turn down the volume of pain and share no-nonsense advice.

Middlesbrough, Redcar & Cleveland: join us! πŸ‘‹

Join us for a cuppa and a chat about persistent pain. Sessions will be held weekly on Thursdays at 11am - 12pm, at South Bank Library, TS6 6TD. The first one will be held next week on the 5th Feb.

Please share with anyone who might like to join us!

03.02.2026 06:50 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Middlesbrough: join us for a cuppa and a chat about persistent pain every Thursday!

These weekly community sessions are a friendly place for people with persistent pain to share their experiences and learn from one another. We’ll look at the best ways to turn down the volume of pain and share no-nonsense advice.

Middlesbrough: join us for a cuppa and a chat about persistent pain every Thursday! These weekly community sessions are a friendly place for people with persistent pain to share their experiences and learn from one another. We’ll look at the best ways to turn down the volume of pain and share no-nonsense advice.

Middlesbrough: join us this Thursday! πŸ‘‹

Join us for a cuppa and a chat about persistent pain. Sessions will be held weekly on Thursdays at 11am - 12pm, at South Bank Library, TS6 6TD. The first one will be held next week on the 5th Feb.

Please share with anyone who might like to join us!

03.02.2026 04:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
How to Improve Your Mood in Winter - Flippin' Pain Mahin, an Advanced Pain Physiotherapist and Flippin' Pain Community Pain Champion, lets you know four ways to feel healthier and happier this winter

This month we have a blog post by our very own Community Pain Champion and Pain Specialist Physiotherapist, Mahin, who lets us know how to make these colder, darker months less gloomy ❄️

https://www.flippinpain.co.uk/news/how-to-improve-your-mood-in-winter/

31.01.2026 01:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Footsteps to Change: One Day conference for professionals. Confirmed speakers: Prof. Tony Avery, Prof. Tamar Pincus, Dr Benjamin Ellis, Prof. Roger Knaggs, Prof. Cormac Ryan, Dr Tim Williams, Dr Asim Suleman, Dr Nicole Tang and Richmond Stace.

Footsteps to Change: One Day conference for professionals. Confirmed speakers: Prof. Tony Avery, Prof. Tamar Pincus, Dr Benjamin Ellis, Prof. Roger Knaggs, Prof. Cormac Ryan, Dr Tim Williams, Dr Asim Suleman, Dr Nicole Tang and Richmond Stace.

Don't miss Live Well With Pain's Footsteps to Change conference this March!

Expert speakers from across the NHS, academia and lived experience - ready to share their thoughts, ideas and practice.

πŸ—“οΈ 27th March
πŸ“ Warwick University
πŸ’· Β£105

Book now at www.footsteps2change.co.uk

29.01.2026 03:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Flippin' Pain mascot Brian the Brain holding up a sign saying 'Research opportunity!'

Flippin' Pain mascot Brian the Brain holding up a sign saying 'Research opportunity!'

University of Roehampton are researching fibromyalgia and romantic relationships πŸ’•

Couples where one partner has been diagnosed and health professionals with experience supporting individuals are welcome to take part:

https://roehamptonpsych.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6Szensv2z1YM5n0

28.01.2026 06:05 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Middlesbrough: join us for a cuppa and a chat about persistent pain every Thursday!

These weekly community sessions are a friendly place for people with persistent pain to share their experiences and learn from one another. We’ll look at the best ways to turn down the volume of pain and share no-nonsense advice.

Middlesbrough: join us for a cuppa and a chat about persistent pain every Thursday! These weekly community sessions are a friendly place for people with persistent pain to share their experiences and learn from one another. We’ll look at the best ways to turn down the volume of pain and share no-nonsense advice.

Pain: Let’s talk about it. πŸ’¬

Middlesbrough residents are invited to join our Flippin’ Pain Together sessions, held on Thursdays at 11am - 12pm, at South Bank Library, TS6 6TD. The first one will be held next week on the 5th Feb.

Please share with anyone who might like to join!

27.01.2026 03:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A woman smiling and taking notes at a 'When Pain get in the Way' event.

A woman smiling and taking notes at a 'When Pain get in the Way' event.

Join us in Huddersfield for a free event that will make helping people with pain much easier!

There's still time to get tickets!
πŸ—“οΈ 27 Jan | πŸ•œ 5:30–8:30pm | All health, wellbeing and fitness professionals welcome

🎟️Sign up for free: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1978110307178?aff=oddtdtcreator

26.01.2026 00:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Women laughing at a presentation

Women laughing at a presentation

🌟 Understanding pain is key to making your job easier and changing the lives of those who live with it

If you work in a health, care, leisure or wellbeing role, join us in Huddersfield for a free evening event on the 27th January!

🎟️ https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1978110307178?aff=oddtdtcreator

22.01.2026 01:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A woman listening to When Pain gets in the Way, sat at a table.

A woman listening to When Pain gets in the Way, sat at a table.

πŸ‘‹ Teams in Kirklees!

🧠 Pain is complex: but understanding it doesn’t have to be. Join us this time next week on the 27th January, 5.30pm, for 'When Pain Gets in the Way' in Huddersfield!

🎟️ Reserve your free spot: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1978110307178?aff=oddtdtcreator

20.01.2026 01:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Flippin' Pain mascot Brian the brain watching The Traitors on his computer.

Flippin' Pain mascot Brian the brain watching The Traitors on his computer.

Conspiring against us, ruining our fun, feeling stabbed in the back…

Wait - are we talking about #TheTraitors, or about persistent pain? πŸ€”

If you’re struggling this January, Flippin’ Pain is here to help. Our helpful information can be your shield πŸ™Œ

www.flippinpain.co.uk

16.01.2026 12:02 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A lady writing notes

A lady writing notes

πŸ“£ Calling all health, care, fitness & wellness professionals in Kirklees!

Join us for a free, engaging evening exploring the science of persistent pain

πŸ—“οΈ Tues 27 Jan | πŸ“Brian Jackson House, Huddersfield

🎟️https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/when-pain-gets-in-the-way-kirklees-tickets-1978110307178

15.01.2026 00:30 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Professor Cormac Ryan presenting at 'When Pain Gets in the Way'

Professor Cormac Ryan presenting at 'When Pain Gets in the Way'

πŸ’‘ Want to learn how pain works and how to support those living with it?

Join us in Huddersfield for a free evening of fun and interactive learning on the 27th January at Brian Jackson House

🎟️ Register here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1978110307178?aff=oddtdtcreator

12.01.2026 00:30 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A lady listening and taking notes at an event.

A lady listening and taking notes at an event.

Pain affects millions: but understanding it can make a real differenceπŸ’‘

If you're a health/care/fitness/wellbeing professional, join us in Huddersfield for a free event πŸ‘‡

🎟️ https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/when-pain-gets-in-the-way-kirklees-tickets-1978110307178

08.01.2026 01:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A female attendee listening to 'When Pain gets in the Way'.

A female attendee listening to 'When Pain gets in the Way'.

🫢 If you help people in pain, this event is for you.

Health, care, fitness & wellness pros: come and learn about the surprising science of pain!

πŸ“ Huddersfield | πŸ—“οΈ 27 Jan | πŸ•œ 5:30–8:30pm

🎟️ Free tickets: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/when-pain-gets-in-the-way-kirklees-tickets-1978110307178

06.01.2026 01:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Professor Cormac Ryan presenting at 'When Pain Gets in the Way'.

Professor Cormac Ryan presenting at 'When Pain Gets in the Way'.

πŸ‘‹ Kirklees professionals! We’re bringing the science of pain to your doorstep.

Free event. Friendly experts. Real stories.

πŸ—“οΈ 27 Jan | πŸ•œ 5:30–8:30pm | πŸ“ Brian Jackson House

🎟️ Join us: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/when-pain-gets-in-the-way-kirklees-tickets-1978110307178

02.01.2026 01:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Scattered polaroids of photos of Flippin' Pain activities: training, presenting research posters and holding events.

Scattered polaroids of photos of Flippin' Pain activities: training, presenting research posters and holding events.

2025 has been a fab year for us at Flippin' Pain - our impact and the support we offer is bigger than ever, and we’re so thankful for everyone who continues to support us!

Learn more about what we've been up to πŸ‘€ >> https://www.flippinpain.co.uk/news/2025-building-for-the-future/

31.12.2025 04:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A person holding the Flippin' Pain newsletter on a desk

A person holding the Flippin' Pain newsletter on a desk

Looking for some reading this winter break? πŸŽπŸ“–β˜ƒοΈ

Look no further than the latest Flippin' Pain newsletter! Read here >> http://eepurl.com/juVEJM

30.12.2025 02:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Women laughing at a presentation

Women laughing at a presentation

🌟 Understanding pain is key to making your job easier and changing the lives of those who live with it.

If you work in a health, care, leisure or wellbeing role, join us in Kirklees for a free evening event!

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/when-pain-gets-in-the-way-kirklees-tickets-1978110307178

29.12.2025 01:01 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
An illustration of a present, with the text 'Happy Holidays!' underneath.

An illustration of a present, with the text 'Happy Holidays!' underneath.

Wishing everyone a wonderful Christmas break!

With love from everyone at Flippin' Pain βœ¨πŸ’™

24.12.2025 05:03 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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In this digital story, Sashira tells us how her relationship with the persistent pain in her shoulder has changed.

A sign of acceptance: both challenging and extremely important at the same time!

https://youtu.be/HiH2jC47pRc

@drsallybd.bsky.social

23.12.2025 01:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A lady writing notes

A lady writing notes

πŸ“£ Calling all health, care, fitness & wellness professionals in Kirklees!

Join us for a free, engaging evening exploring the science of persistent pain

πŸ—“οΈ Tues 27 Jan | πŸ“Brian Jackson House, Huddersfield

🎟️https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/when-pain-gets-in-the-way-kirklees-tickets-1978110307178

22.12.2025 01:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0