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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 15m

📊 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 · 17h

📢 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 · 20h

⏰ 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 · 23h

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

💼 Chronic pain doesn’t stop when the working day begins. This #EPAD2026, we’re highlighting the hidden cost of pain. 🔗 Explore the SIP infographic to learn more about the impact of chronic pain on work and employment across Europe: europeanpainfederation.eu/sip/economic...

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

⏳ Don't miss our upcoming webinar, Biomarkers for Pain: Objective Measure or the Limits of Objectivity? 📅 22 September 2026, 12:30 CET Register here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

👀 Take a look at our first clinical case of the autumn series, led by Louise Kuhlmann-Asferg. Join the live discussion on 6 October to explore the case further and discuss key clinical considerations. 📅 6 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 · 18/09/2026

👁️ Behind every statistic on chronic pain is a person whose life may have been profoundly affected. This #EPAD2026, help us make the hidden impact 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 · 17/09/2026

Put clinical knowledge into context with the EFIC Clinical Cases Programme. This autumn, explore 3 cases on IBS, Acute-transitional pain, and Lumbosacral Radiculopathy with expert faculty. 📅 Starting 6 October 💻 Online + on-demand 👉 Find out more: europeanpainfederation.eu/clinical-cas...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

World Patient Safety Day 2026 🧡 Today, 17 September, we join the WHO campaign to raise awareness and reduce preventable harm in healthcare. This year’s theme is “Safe care for noncommunicable diseases”, with the slogan “Safe care for life!” 👉 Learn more: www.who.int/news-room/ev...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

📅 Join us on 15 October for our upcoming webinar and discover why investing in prevention, rehabilitation, and multidisciplinary care benefits individuals, workplaces, and society as a whole. 🔗 Register here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

🏆 Don't miss the EFIC Pain Challenge on Thursday evening at #EFIC2027. The #EFIC2027 Pain Challenge pits 2 teams against a range of questions across pain science & management with live audience participation! 🗓️ Thu evening | Open to all Info: europeanpainfederation.eu/efic2027/net...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Next week! The ECR Coffee Club makes its comeback on September 22 at 12:00 CET. ☕️ We'll talk about poster abstract submission for #EFIC2027. 22 September 2026 | 12:00 CET | Zoom (free, open to all ECRs) Who’s in? Grab the link and join the discussion: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

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European Pain Federation EFIC @efic.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

⏳ 15 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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