Wondering what time to leave Budapest during #EFIC2023? Be sure not to miss the Friday evening networking reception! This was a big success in at #EFIC2022 in Dublin and is sure to be surpassed this time. After the final session, everyone assembles in the exhibition...
Pain is a complex and multifaceted experience that can have a significant impact on an individual’s physical, emotional, and social well-being. While medication and physical therapy can be effective in managing pain, they may not always be sufficient....
SIP is delighted to announce the launch of its Position Paper on the International Classification of Diseases – 11th Revision (ICD-11). In Europe, there are approximately 740 million people, most of whom experience an episode of severe pain at some point in their...
The European Pain Federation EFIC® and the pharmaceutical company Grünenthal have announced the three recipients of the EFIC-Grünenthal Grant (E-G-G). With a total value of €100,000, this biennial grant rewards innovative projects for human pain research and supports...
The latest quarterly newsletter of the European Pain Federation EFIC has just been published. Check out our latest updates on the #EFIC2023 Congress, the EFIC Academy, our Research and Advocacy activities, news from our Chapters and much more. Read it...
Cancer pain is a common and often debilitating symptom experienced by cancer patients. Effective management of cancer pain is essential in improving the quality of life for these patients and is a crucial aspect of cancer care. With the growing number of cancer...
Pain management is a critical aspect of healthcare, and providing effective pain relief is essential for promoting patient comfort, improving quality of life, and optimizing overall health outcomes. However, managing pain in special patient groups, such as children...
As part of Europe’s Beating Cancer Plan, the smartCARE project is developing a Smart Card that empowers cancer survivors in Europe. The Smart Card, which will predominantly take the form of a mobile application, will be available all over Europe to allow...
The EFIC Education Committee are examining the provision of compulsory pain education and availability of postgraduate pain specialisation options for physicians, physiotherapists, nurses, and psychologists across Europe. This study is an update and extension of the...
The European Pain Federation EFIC is pleased to share recent news and updates from our national chapters below. Great Britain ASM 2023 NEWS The British Pain Society was in Glasgow for our 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting, featuring three days of insightful sessions from...
Post-operative pain is a common and distressing experience for patients undergoing surgical procedures. The pain can range from mild discomfort to severe agony, and it can interfere with the recovery process, resulting in delayed wound healing, increased risk of...
The Societal Impact of Pain (SIP) Platform welcomes the launch of the European Mental Health Strategy launched by the European Commission on 7th June 2023. The Strategy is a step in the right direction and highlights the importance of promoting, preventing,...
Neuropathic pain can be debilitating and difficult to manage, leading to a reduced quality of life for those who suffer from it. As such, it is important to focus on the management of neuropathic pain to improve the physical, emotional, and psychological well-being of...
For the first time, #EFIC2023 will host interactive demonstration workshops to give participants the opportunity for hands-off experience around various pain science topics. These demo workshops present practical methods and clinical opportunities in pain treatment...
The new EAN-EFIC-NeuPSIG guidelines on the Neuropathic Pain Assessment are out now! Read these evidence-based recommendations for the use of screening questionnaires and diagnostic tests in patients with neuropathic pain. Find out more below. Background...
