Current Pain and Headache Reports provides in-depth review articles contributed by international experts on the most significant developments in the field. By presenting clear, insightful, balanced reviews that emphasize recently published papers of major importance, the journal elucidates current and emerging approaches to the diagnosis, treatment, management, and prevention of pain and headache.
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
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Publication & Citation Trend
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Source: OpenAlex · Note: citations accumulate over time so older years appear higher
SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Anesthesiology and Pain MedicineQ1
Medicine (miscellaneous)Q2
Neurology (clinical)Q2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Clinical Neurology
Scopus Categories
Neurology (clinical)Anesthesiology and Pain MedicineMedicine (miscellaneous)
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Migraine and Headache StudiesPain Mechanisms and TreatmentsMusculoskeletal pain and rehabilitationTrigeminal Neuralgia and TreatmentsSympathectomy and Hyperhidrosis TreatmentsAnesthesia and Pain ManagementPain Management and Opioid UseSpine and Intervertebral Disc PathologyOphthalmology and Eye DisordersPain Management and Treatment