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The pain care training you’ve been looking for.
❓ Are you unsure how to apply new ideas about pain in clinical practice?
❓ Do you struggle to balance the psychological and physical sides of care?
❓ Do you feel stuck when managing complex or unclear pain cases?
❓ Are you drained or questioning whether you’re truly helping?
This course helps you connect the dots—so you can feel confident delivering modern, whole-person pain care. Clear. Comprehensive. Practical.
“By far the best course I have taken in 9 years of being a PT. The information was provided in an easy to follow manner with a great balance of in depth science and practical application. This was the first course that I was disappointed when I got to the end!”
-Jenny Urbanek
Learn a Framework That Brings Clarity to Complex Pain Care
Finally, a practical system for delivering pain care—grounded in neuroscience, informed by psychology, and ready for your clinic.
Over 16 weeks, you’ll learn how to:
✅ Work with pain through nervous system retraining
✅ Integrate movement, body awareness, stress reduction, sleep, nutrition, psychology, and relationships into care.
✅ Use movement and mind-body strategies that are accessible—not abstract
✅ Build trust, navigate resistance, and reduce burnout
✅ Turn pain science into patient-centered care
Apply everything through real cases, practice tools, and step-by-step guidance. You’ll walk away with a solid foundation, new confidence, and the skills to support even the most complex patients—with clarity, not confusion.
“Having completed the course, I feel much more confident treating people with complicated pain. The content is current, evidence-based, and presented in a friendly, accessible format that breaks down complex science into practical tools I can use every day.”
-Juliet Forbes
"I’ve been fascinated by the challenge of chronic pain for years—both professionally and personally. Along the way, I studied the science, learned from incredible mentors, and trained in countless approaches and techniques.
This course is the result of that journey. It’s the resource I'd wish I had starting out—designed to help clinicians get up to speed on the latest science and apply it in practice, while overcoming the real-world challenges of delivering this kind of care. My goal is to help you support better outcomes for your patients—and feel more fulfilled in your work."
Dr. Elan Schneider DPT, CYT,
Course Creator
20 years of experience
500+ clinicians trained
Interactive & Engaging: Go beyond passive learning with practical exercises, interactive practice with virtual patients, and personalized mentoring from the course instructor.
Actionable Skills from Day One: This course goes beyond theory, blending cutting-edge research with real-world strategies you can implement immediately—designed for clinicians who want practical skills, not just more information.
Built for Every Stage of Your Career: Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned professional, this program offers fresh insights, renewed confidence, and innovative techniques that will elevate your practice.
"Definitely one of the better courses I've taken in my life! It's ridiculously thorough, and gives a deeper, richer, and more thoughtful perspective...and connects the dots from different modalities, philosophies, and methodologies."
- Luke Sniewski, PhD
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Who is the course instructor?Dr. Elan Schneider DPT is the co-founder (and content creator) of the Retrain Pain Foundation. He is a physical therapist and certified yoga instructor who has worked clinically in hospitals and private practice, and served as the director of the Chronic Pain Rehabilitation Program at H&D Physical Therapy and in private practice. Dr. Schneider has been a lecturer at SUNY Downstate Medical Center and has delivered professional training seminars to thousands of health care providers. “Dr. Schneider is a dynamic speaker and a natural-born educator. His infectious curiosity, quick wit, and mindful approach keep students actively engaged in the learning process.”– Dr. Teresa Miller, PT, PhD, Director of St. John's University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy Program "Elan Schneider's workshop this past year was not only informative to our staff of doctors and therapists, but served as a basis for rethinking our approach and techniques for many of our patients, both chronic pain sufferers and complex acute patients. The feedback from staff was unusual—enthusiastic, inspired, and thirsty for more."– Dr. Donald Liss, MD “Elan Schneider is a committed, kind, considerate, and competent teacher!” -Julia Sebba, Physical Therapist, Brazil Lectures & Seminars Including - New York State Pain Conference - Global Sickle Cell Disease Network Global Conference - SUNY Downstate Medical Center - Mt Sinai Hospital - Hospital of Special Surgery - Cornell University Hospital - Swedish Massage Institute - Northeast Business Group on Health - Con-Edison - Innovation Summit at Cleveland Clinic Medical Center - Private Medical & Physical Therapy Practices Throughout the United States
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How long is the course?The online course is designed to be completed gradually over a period of 4 months, with 16 weekly lessons, each taking an average of 1-2 hours to complete. However, you have the flexibility to go faster or slower, depending on your schedule and learning pace.
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What's the price of the training? Do you offer discounts?The cost is $995 USD. We offer need-based discounts to ensure accessibility for all clinicians, and team discounts for organizations looking to train multiple professionals at once. Contact us for more info.
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Will I get to interact with the instructor?Yes, we provide ongoing support from the instructor to help you get the most out of your learning experience. You can reach out directly to the instructor anytime for assistance and answers to your questions. Additionally, students have the option to schedule a one-on-one Zoom session with the instructor if needed.
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Continuing Education CreditsPhysical Therapy RetrainPain is an accredited continuing education sponsor by The Ohio Physical Therapy Association (OPTA) and is also an accepted sponsor for CE credit by the following state APTA chapters*: The course provides 40 Continuing Education Hours (or 4 CE Units) Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming *Approval for additional state APTA chapters is via reciprocity arrangement with an existing APTA branch approval. It is recommended to double check with your individual state chapter before beginning the course to confirm that this remains accurate and updated information. Feel free to contact us with any questions you may have. Health & Wellness Coaches The online course meets NBHWC requirements as an approved Continuing Education Provider. Health and Wellness coaches have the option of applying for continuing education credit directly with the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching for a nominal fee ($25) via a simple online petition and with the RetrainPain Certificate of Completion upon course completion. For more information on the process, and a link to the petition, visit https://nbhwc.org/recertification-continuning-education/ Yoga Instructors The RetrainPain course meets the criteria set by the Yoga Alliance for approved continuing education courses. Each instructor can individually petition for CE credit via their personal online portal. The course is authored and taught by "A professional with significant experience and education in a subject related to at least one educational category.” The educational categories met are: Teaching Methods and Anatomy & Physiology Educational categories can be seen in detail on this page.* For exact instructions on how to submit your hours, go to the Continuing Education FAQ section at the bottom of this page, to the question titled “How do I enter my Continuing Education hours?
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What is the format of the course?The course materials include a mix of multimedia formats, primarily text and images. There are optional homework assignments to submit, along with interactive practice using online "virtual patients."
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Can I try out a sample first before signing up?We do not offer a free trial, but we do provide a satisfaction guarantee with a no-questions-asked full refund policy. Refund requests must be made within the first 14 days of starting the course.
"As a Registered Nurse treating chronic pain, this course was invaluable.
My practice was positively impacted from the first lesson and I feel as if I have so much more to offer the patients I work with."
- Nikki Dennehy-Block
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Who is the course instructor?Dr. Elan Schneider DPT is the co-founder (and content creator) of the Retrain Pain Foundation. He is a physical therapist and certified yoga instructor who has worked clinically in hospitals and private practice, and served as the director of the Chronic Pain Rehabilitation Program at H&D Physical Therapy and in private practice. Dr. Schneider has been a lecturer at SUNY Downstate Medical Center and has delivered professional training seminars to thousands of health care providers. “Dr. Schneider is a dynamic speaker and a natural-born educator. His infectious curiosity, quick wit, and mindful approach keep students actively engaged in the learning process.”– Dr. Teresa Miller, PT, PhD, Director of St. John's University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy Program "Elan Schneider's workshop this past year was not only informative to our staff of doctors and therapists, but served as a basis for rethinking our approach and techniques for many of our patients, both chronic pain sufferers and complex acute patients. The feedback from staff was unusual—enthusiastic, inspired, and thirsty for more."– Dr. Donald Liss, MD “Elan Schneider is a committed, kind, considerate, and competent teacher!” -Julia Sebba, Physical Therapist, Brazil Lectures & Seminars Including - New York State Pain Conference - Global Sickle Cell Disease Network Global Conference - SUNY Downstate Medical Center - Mt Sinai Hospital - Hospital of Special Surgery - Cornell University Hospital - Swedish Massage Institute - Northeast Business Group on Health - Con-Edison - Innovation Summit at Cleveland Clinic Medical Center - Private Medical & Physical Therapy Practices Throughout the United States
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How long is the course?The online course is designed to be completed gradually over a period of 4 months, with 16 weekly lessons, each taking an average of 1-2 hours to complete. However, you have the flexibility to go faster or slower, depending on your schedule and learning pace.
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What's the price of the training? Do you offer discounts?The cost is $995 USD. We offer need-based discounts to ensure accessibility for all clinicians, and team discounts for organizations looking to train multiple professionals at once. Contact us for more info.
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Will I get to interact with the instructor?Yes, we provide ongoing support from the instructor to help you get the most out of your learning experience. You can reach out directly to the instructor anytime for assistance and answers to your questions. Additionally, students have the option to schedule a one-on-one Zoom session with the instructor if needed.
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Continuing Education CreditsPhysical Therapy RetrainPain is an accredited continuing education sponsor by The Ohio Physical Therapy Association (OPTA) and is also an accepted sponsor for CE credit by the following state APTA chapters*: The course provides 40 Continuing Education Hours (or 4 CE Units) Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming *Approval for additional state APTA chapters is via reciprocity arrangement with an existing APTA branch approval. It is recommended to double check with your individual state chapter before beginning the course to confirm that this remains accurate and updated information. Feel free to contact us with any questions you may have. Health & Wellness Coaches The online course meets NBHWC requirements as an approved Continuing Education Provider. Health and Wellness coaches have the option of applying for continuing education credit directly with the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching for a nominal fee ($25) via a simple online petition and with the RetrainPain Certificate of Completion upon course completion. For more information on the process, and a link to the petition, visit https://nbhwc.org/recertification-continuning-education/ Yoga Instructors The RetrainPain course meets the criteria set by the Yoga Alliance for approved continuing education courses. Each instructor can individually petition for CE credit via their personal online portal. The course is authored and taught by "A professional with significant experience and education in a subject related to at least one educational category.” The educational categories met are: Teaching Methods and Anatomy & Physiology Educational categories can be seen in detail on this page.* For exact instructions on how to submit your hours, go to the Continuing Education FAQ section at the bottom of this page, to the question titled “How do I enter my Continuing Education hours?
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What is the format of the course?The course materials include a mix of multimedia formats, primarily text and images. There are optional homework assignments to submit, along with interactive practice using online "virtual patients."
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Can I try out a sample first before signing up?We do not offer a free trial, but we do provide a satisfaction guarantee with a no-questions-asked full refund policy. Refund requests must be made within the first 14 days of starting the course.