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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 6h

🚶 Is walking the most underutilized tool in chronic pain management? The EEFIC 'On The Move' Task Force released a position paper highlighting the therapeutic impact of walking for chronic musculoskeletal pain. Read the full position paper: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 7h

Thinking about the EFIC Pain Physiotherapy Exam? Here are the top questions answered. 🩺💬 If you've been considering taking the EDPP exam, hearing answers from someone who has been through it is a great place to start. 🔗 Register now: europeanpainfederation.eu/education/pa... 📆DEADLINE: 13 Oct 2026

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

🧠 Today is World Mental Health Day! This year’s theme, “Lived experiences heard: real voices, real change”, highlights the importance of involving people with lived experience in shaping mental health policies and services. 👉 Learn more about this year’s campaign: www.who.int/campaigns/wo...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Next week, the EFIC Clinical Cases Programme continues with a live discussion on Acute-transitional pain. Watch the case video in advance and join our expert faculty live! 📅 13 October 🕔 17:15–18:00 CEST 🔒 EFIC Academy members only 👉 Learn more: europeanpainfederation.eu/clinical-cas...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

📚 The #EFIC Academy provides #paineducation resources to advance #painscience. This session, presented by Johan Vlaeyen, explores activity pacing and graded activity in chronic pain management. 👉 Watch the full session: europeanpainfederation.eu/efic-academy

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

🎥 Missed our Clinical Cases Programme session on Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) or want to revisit the discussion? The recording is now available on-demand for EFIC Academy members! 👉 Watch the recording: academy.europeanpainfederation.eu/course/view....

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

🚨 The consequences of chronic pain are felt across every part of society, yet many of these impacts remain unseen. This #EPAD2026, join us in making the Hidden Cost of Pain visible. 👉 Explore the campaign, access the resources, and get involved: europeanpainfederation.eu/european-day...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

🎤 We interviewed our #EFIC2027 plenary speaker Dr. Kristian Petersen to know more about "The Quest for Pain Biomarkers in Musculoskeletal Pain" 🎬 Interview: www.youtube.com/watch 👉 Register (Early bird deadline 14 Dec): europeanpainfederation.eu/efic2027/reg...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

🧑‍🏫A new educator on the EFIC Academy Platform: you! The #EFICAcademy is looking for contributions from across the field of #painmanagement, spanning basic research, translational research, and clinical research. 📅Submit your module idea before 8 November: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/GN3866dfjM

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

⏰ Join us tomorrow for our webinar on trauma-informed pain care and equity in pain research. 📅 7 October 🕛 12.00pm CET 👉 There’s still time to register: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

📊 The cost of chronic pain goes far beyond healthcare. As we approach #EPAD2026, discover some of the figures behind the hidden cost of pain in the SIP Employment Infographic. 🔗 europeanpainfederation.eu/sip/economic...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

📢 The EFIC Clinical Cases Programme Autumn 2026 starts tomorrow! Join 3 new case discussions: 🔹 IBS – 6 Oct 🔹 Acute-Transitional Pain – 13 Oct 🔹 Lumbosacral Radiculopathy – 20 Oct 💻 Live + on-demand 🔒 Academy members only 👉 Explore the programme: europeanpainfederation.eu/clinical-cas...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

⏰ Tomorrow! Don't miss our webinar, "Treating the Causes of Fibromyalgia Syndrome – a Horizon of Hope", on 6 October at 12:30 CET. Hear the latest research and clinical insights. 👉 Register now: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

💡Does hypnosis actually relieve clinical pain? The #EJP Editor’s Choice nº1 presents a new systematic review of 106 RCTs. The review found it provides modest pain relief, matching relaxation, CBT, or pain education. 🔗Read the full review: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

✨ The EDPP connects advanced theory directly to your everyday clinical practice. Watch EDPP Diplomate Laurentiu Stefan Dicu share his experience and how the knowledge he gained has enhanced his clinical practice. 🔗 Register: europeanpainfederation.eu/education/pa... 📆DEADLINE: 13 Oct 2026

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Pain can affect people living with breast cancer both during and after treatment, impacting quality of life. Join us in raising awareness and highlighting the importance of effective pain management in cancer care. 👉 www.lbbc.org/get-involved...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Join us live next week for the first EFIC Clinical Cases Programme Autumn 2026 session! Explore Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) with our expert faculty. 📅 6 October 🕔 17:15–18:00 CEST 🔒 EFIC Academy members only 👉 Learn more: europeanpainfederation.eu/clinical-cas...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

📚 The #EFIC Academy provides #paineducation resources to advance #painscience. This session, presented by Emma Briggs, explores how to appraise and use pain-related evidence in practice. 👉 Watch the full session: europeanpainfederation.eu/efic-academy

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

How do you actually study for a European-level exam while working? 📚 In this clip, EDPP Diplomate Michael Suppanz shares tips on how to prepare for the exam and describes his experience. 🔗Register: europeanpainfederation.eu/education/pa... 📆DEADLINE: 13 Oct 2026 Full 🎬 youtu.be/S3ZYJtNJkHA

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

👀 Here’s a glimpse into our third clinical case in the autumn series, led by Keith Smart. Join the live session on 20 October to explore the case further and discuss key clinical considerations. 📅 20 October 2026 🕔 17:15–18:00 CEST 🔗 Find out more: europeanpainfederation.eu/clinical-cas...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

👥 Effects of chronic pain do not end with the individual. This #EPAD2026, we are focusing on the Hidden Cost of Pain and the need to recognise chronic pain as an issue that concerns all of us. 🔗 Explore the campaign, access the resources, and get involved: europeanpainfederation.eu/european-day...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

📢 The #EFIC2027 abstract submission deadline has been extended to Monday, 5 October, 23.59 CET! ▶️ Watch our webinar on why submitting your research is worth it: www.youtube.com/watch 👉 Submit your abstract: europeanpainfederation.eu/efic2027/efi...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Join us for our upcoming webinar and explore how early intervention and evidence-based pain management can help people remain active, support healthier working lives, and reduce the societal and economic impact of pain. 📅 15 October 2026 🕧 12:30 CET 🔗 Register: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

💡 Looking to grow your skills beyond the lab? Join the ECR Advice Sessions. The #EFIC2027 ECR Advice Sessions offer practical guidance, professional development & inspiration to help you build a successful path in pain science. Explore the ECR programme: europeanpainfederation.eu/efic2027/ecr...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

🚨 Final Call: Today is the abstract submission deadline! We invite research across the full spectrum of pain science—from underlying mechanisms and biomarkers to personalized patient care. 🔗 Submit your abstract today: europeanpainfederation.eu/efic2027/efi...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

📚 Advance and certify your expertise on the #EFICAcademy Platform! The #EFIC Academy Platform has received CME accreditation for 14 new #painmedicine modules, allowing the Academy members to certify their knowledge in #painmanagement. Not a member yet? 👉 europeanpainfederation.eu/efic-academy

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

⏳ Just 1 day left to submit your abstract! ▶️ Watch our webinar on why submitting your research is worth it: www.youtube.com/watch 👉 Submit your abstract: europeanpainfederation.eu/efic2027/efi...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

🎬 In this video, EDPP Diplomate Thibaut Mussigmann discusses how taking an internationally recognized examination expanded his clinical worldview and built an invaluable professional network across Europe. Register today 👉 europeanpainfederation.eu/education/pa... 🚨Deadline: 13 October 2026

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Join us for our upcoming webinar and explore how coordinated, pain-informed support can help improve return-to-work outcomes for cancer survivors while reducing the wider societal and economic impact of pain. 📅 14 October 2026 🕧 12:30 CET 🔗 Secure your place today: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

🎥 Our third Clinical Case video of the autumn series is now available! Explore chronic Lumbosacral Radiculopathy, then join the live discussion with expert faculty. 📅 20 October 🕔 17:15–18:00 CET 🔒 EFIC Academy members only 👉Watch the video and more: europeanpainfederation.eu/clinical-cas...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

🎙️ Meet our #EFIC2027 plenary speakers! Prof. Dawn Dowding explores health IT & decision support tools in her speech: "Digital Decision Support for Pain: Reducing Noise Without Losing Clinical Judgement". Meet our plenary speakers and join us in Glasgow: : europeanpainfederation.eu/efic2027/efi...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

📣Shape #painscience education across Europe! If you are an educator or researcher in medicine, physiotherapy, nursing, or psychology, this is your chance to shape the next generation of #painmanagement professionals. Submission deadline: 8 November 👉 forms.cloud.microsoft/e/GN3866dfjM

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

💡 Learn. Discuss. Reflect. The EFIC Clinical Cases Programme returns this October with 3 new cases. Watch the case video, join the live discussion with expert faculty, and revisit the recording and resources afterwards. 👉 Find out more: europeanpainfederation.eu/clinical-cas...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

📢 Join the Pain Relief Foundation’s 25th Annual Lecture, held this year in honour of Felicia “Flick” Cox FRCN. 📅 22 October 🕕 18:00–19:30 (19:00-20:30 CET) 💻 Hybrid 👉 Find out more and register: painrelieffoundation.org.uk/events/pain-...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

📚The #EFIC Academy provides #paineducation materials and resources to disseminate and advance #painscience. This session, hosted by Roberto Casale, explores neuropathic pain and neuromodulation. 👉Become an #EFICAcademy member now: europeanpainfederation.eu/efic-academy

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

✍️ Thinking about taking the EFIC European Diploma in Pain Physiotherapy (EDPP)? Diplomate Johannes Riedmann shares how he prepared for it in this clip. 🔗Register: europeanpainfederation.eu/education/pa... 📆DEADLINE: 13 Oct 2026 🎬 Full webinar: youtu.be/S3ZYJtNJkHA

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

💡 Myth: Pain is necessary for healing. The second fact sheet in EFIC’s From Research to Reality: Pain Beyond the Myths series explores this common misconception. 👉 Learn more and explore the full fact sheet here: europeanpainfederation.eu/efic-pain-re...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

🤔 What would you do when faced with a challenging pain case? Explore real-world clinical scenarios and discuss them with expert faculty in the EFIC Clinical Cases Programme. 🍂 3 new cases this autumn 🔒 EFIC Academy members only 👉 Explore the programme: europeanpainfederation.eu/clinical-cas...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

👀 Here’s a glimpse into our second clinical case in the autumn series, led by Daniel Schümann. Join the live session on 13 October to explore the case further and discuss key clinical considerations. 📅 13 October 2026 🕔 17:15–18:00 CEST 🔗 Find out more: europeanpainfederation.eu/clinical-cas...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

🔎 Chronic pain carries a cost that is not always visible. This #EPAD2026, we’re drawing attention to the Hidden Cost of Pain and calling for greater awareness of its impact across society. 🔗 Explore the campaign, access the resources, and get involved: europeanpainfederation.eu/european-day...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Huge congratulations to our European Diploma in Pain Physiotherapy (EDPP) Prize Winner Laurentiu Dicu! 🏆 Thinking about pursuing the EDPP? Learn more about the diploma path here: europeanpainfederation.eu/education/pa... 📆 Deadline for registration: 13 October 2026

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

🖼️ Connect around the science! Dedicated 1-hour Poster Networking sessions take place daily by theme at #EFIC2027. A relaxed, informal setting to present your work, meet peers & discuss cross-disciplinary research. 👉 Discover our interactive formats: europeanpainfederation.eu/efic2027/net...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

⏰ 1 week left to submit your abstract to #EFIC2027! We invite submissions focused on advancing personalized pain care—from underlying mechanisms and biomarkers to treatment response in neuropathic pain. 🗓️ Deadline: 30 Sept. 2026, 23.59 CET 🔗 Submit now: europeanpainfederation.eu/efic2027/efi...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Join our upcoming webinar to learn about a community-based pain programme co-developed with refugees and explore trauma-informed pain care and equity in pain research. 📅 7 October 🕛 12.00pm CET 👉 Register: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

The OTM Group is delighted to share a new visual resource highlighting how to manage pain flare-ups while walking. 🚶‍♂️ Temporary pain spikes usually mean nervous system sensitivity, not injury. Scale back pace, don't stop completely! Infographic here: europeanpainfederation.eu/current-proj...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

🧬 Could emerging research change the future of fibromyalgia syndrome treatment? Learn about the latest evidence at "Treating the Causes of Fibromyalgia Syndrome – a Horizon of Hope" on 6 October at 12:30 CET. 👉 Register: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

🎓 As a physiotherapist, demonstrating specialized expertise takes proven validation. In this video, Diplomate Pascu Eduard shares how earning the EDPP certificate transformed his clinical practice. If you are looking to take the next step in your physical therapy career, EDPP is your bridge. 🌉

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

⏳ 8 days left to submit your #EFIC2027 abstract! ▶️ Watch our webinar on why submitting your research is worth it: www.youtube.com/watch 👉 Submit your abstract: europeanpainfederation.eu/efic2027/efi...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

What actually is the EDPP exam? 🤔 EFIC's EDPP Exam Director Harriet Wittink explains the structure, eligibility & career impact of the European Diploma in Pain Physiotherapy in under 9 minutes. 🎥 📆 Registration deadline: 13 October 2026 🔗 Register here: europeanpainfederation.eu/education/pa...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

🎥 The next EFIC Clinical Case video is now available! Explore Acute-transitional pain, then join the live discussion with expert faculty. 📅 13 October 🕔 17:15–18:00 CEST 🔒 EFIC Academy members only 👉 Watch the video and find out more: europeanpainfederation.eu/clinical-cas...

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