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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World Spine Day 2025
About World Spine Day October 16 is World Spine Day, the annual global initiative dedicated to drawing attention to spinal health and raising awareness of spinal pain and disability. This year’s theme, “Invest in Your Spine”, emphasises the importance of prioritising...
Save the Date: #EFIC2027 Congress on 21-23 April 2027
We are delighted to announce that the next EFIC Congress will take place in Glasgow, United Kingdom, from 21–23 April 2027. Under the theme “Building Bridges in Pain: Thriving Through Communication”, #EFIC2027 will bring together leading voices in pain science,...
Our third quarterly EFIC Newsletter 2025 is available!
The latest quarterly newsletter of the European Pain Federation EFIC has just been published. Check out our latest updates on the #EFIC2027 Congress, the EFIC Academy, our Research and Advocacy activities, news from our Chapters and much more.