The journal Frontiers in Pain Research aims to encourage and disseminate high-quality pain research that challenges old and existing theories of mechanisms and treatment. The journal takes a holistic perspective covering mechanisms, treatments, socioeconomics, diagnostics, preventative measures and pain management in a range of medical specialties such as rheumatology and orthopedics. All studies contributing insights to the pathophysiology of pain and development of novel analgesics for improved clinical treatment and patient quality of life, will be welcome in this journal.