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.
Find out moreNews
An update on the EFIC Research Strategy Survey
At the beginning of 2023, EFIC kicked off the work on our pain research strategy working with a multidisciplinary steering committee. The pain strategy will serve as a foundation stone for European pain research plans for years to come. The overall vision will be to...
#EFIC2023 Programme Spotlight: Musculoskeletal Pain
Musculoskeletal pain is a common and complex condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It can manifest in various forms, including back pain, neck pain, joint pain, and muscular pain, among others. The causes of musculoskeletal pain are varied and can range...
#EFIC2023 Programme Spotlight: Patient-focused sessions
The chosen theme for #EFIC2023 is 'Personalised Pain Management: The Future Is Now'. It is becoming more evident that personalized approaches to pain management are necessary in order to address the unique aspects of each patient with chronic pain. This includes...