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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#EFIC2023 Programme Spotlight: Neuropathic Pain
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...
#EFIC2023 Programme Spotlight: Demo Workshops
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...
Just released: Joint EAN-EFIC-NeuPSIG Guidelines on Neuropathic Pain Assessment
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...