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This webinar brings together findings from two studies on pain after caesarean delivery, covering acute pain trajectories and the incidence, severity, and interference of chronic postsurgical pain. The authors will present evidence on postoperative pain patterns and long-term pain impact on maternal quality of life. A joint Q&A will explore implications for improving perioperative care and strategies to reduce persistent pain.

This webinar combines a new experimental study comparing the effects of hypnosis, virtual reality (VR), and combined VR-hypnosis on pain perception with a systematic review of VR use for reducing in-hospital pain and anxiety. Together the sessions will explore evidence for non-pharmacological interventions in acute pain settings, mechanisms of action, and clinical potential. A joint Q&A will discuss how to translate these findings into practice and future research directions.

As part of the DIGI4MSK webinar series, this session will focus on pain-related distress in people living with persistent musculoskeletal (MSK) pain—what it is, what it is not, and how clinicians can recognise it in everyday practice. We are pleased to welcome Professor Tamar Pincus, psychologist and leading expert in chronic pain. Drawing on research evidence, she will explore how pain-related distress differs from other psychological constructs, why it matters for short- and long-term outcomes, and how clinician–patient communication plays a central role. The session will highlight how effective reassurance and validation can support engagement, self-management, and person-centred care in persistent MSK pain. The webinar will include a 45-minute presentation followed by 15 minutes of discussion and questions.

This webinar breaks down the required checklist (scope, relevance, methodology, interdisciplinarity, conflict of interest, dissemination plan, etc.) and offer practical advice to maximise chances of approval.

As part of the DIGI4MSK webinar series, this session focused on how healthcare professionals can use patient-centered communication to improve outcomes in musculoskeletal (MSK) pain care. In an era where patients are increasingly influenced by digital health information, effective communication and health literacy are more important than ever. We were pleased to welcome Professor Peter O’Sullivan (Curtin University), researcher and clinician in MSK pain and developer of Cognitive Functional Therapy. He shared evidence-based approaches and practical strategies to help HCPs make every word count in their patient interactions.

People living with pain frequently face mental health challenges—but health systems rarely connect the dots. For this year’s World Mental Health Day, EFIC and EPA came together to launch a call to action for better integration of care, discuss recent research and highlight important resources. 

Watch this webinar on Stress Awareness Month, exploring the link between stress and chronic pain. Experts discussed how a person’s stress mindset and social identification impact coping strategies and well-being in chronic pain conditions. Additionally, we explored the role of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) in improving psychological health without altering pain perception. This webinar provided insights into approaches to manage pain more effectively.