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.
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Breaking the childhood obesity vicious cycle: Commission launches EU Health Award for cities, NGOs and schools
EFIC supports any program that contributes to a healthier lifestyle, especially in regards to physical activity, that we encourage through our On The Move Campaign. Besides, we are active on the Health Policy Platform thanks to our stakeholders group. On 1 April...
EFIC Newsletter now released!
The European Pain Federation EFIC released its first quarterly 2019 newsletter. Check out our last updates on Pain Research, Pain Education and Advocacy as well the latest news from the Federation Chapters here!
10 Years Societal Impact of Pain – Happy Birthday!
In 2009, SIP was founded as a mutual initiative of European Pain Federation EFICand Grünenthal. In 2011, Pain Alliance Europe (PAE) joined the SIP platform to represent the patients in this initiative. This has been a huge step to address the real needs of patients....