Europe's leading scientific federation for pain management and research
The home of pain management and research in Europe - for clinicians, researchers, and allied health professionals.
Our work
From scientific congresses to professional education and European policy - here is how EFIC advances pain management and medicine.
EFIC Congress 2027
Pain in Europe XV takes place in Glasgow, 21-23 April 2027. Europe's premier scientific congress on pain management and research.
Submit a workshopEFIC Academy
Online education in pain science and treatment for clinicians, researchers, and allied health professionals across Europe.
Become a memberEFIC Pain Exams
European professional diplomas in pain medicine, nursing, physiotherapy, and psychology - setting the standard for pain expertise.
Take the EDPM, EDPP or EDPNEuropean Pain Forum
Bringing together policymakers, patient advocates, and pain specialists to drive change in European pain policy.
Find out moreNews
Apply for #EFIC2027 Financial Aid
The European Pain Federation EFIC Congress Financial Aid Programme has been established to promote equitable participation in our Congress by supporting delegates who would otherwise be unable to attend because of financial constraints. As the European Pain Federation...
Test your knowledge about EFIC and Glasgow
Are you getting ready for #EFIC2027? The next EFIC Congress - Pain in Europe XV will be held in Glasgow, Scotland on 21-23 April 2027 under the theme "Building Bridges in Pain: Thriving Through Communication". Test your Glasgow knowledge with our engaging quiz...
New Resource: A Practical Guide to EU Research Funding for Pain Researchers
Navigating EU research funding can be daunting, particularly for those at the start of their research careers. To help, EFIC has published a new practical guide covering the main EU funding programmes relevant to pain research - from Horizon Europe and the European...