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Established in 1992, Chronic Pain Ireland is the national organisation providing information and support services to people living with chronic pain.
We are a registered charity. We work with all stakeholders including those living with chronic pain, their families and carers, health professionals, students, researchers and others interested in chronic pain.
Chronic Pain Ireland has demonstrated professional leadership in Ireland and throughout Europe by raising awareness of chronic pain, educating in methods of dealing with the condition, and advocating for the needs of people living in chronic pain.
We advocate for multi-disciplinary treatment centres, improved health services and changes to the educational curriculum so that healthcare providers are more aware of the condition and the challenges of diagnosing, treating and managing the condition.
We adhere to the principles of good corporate governance. We are transparent and compliant with all regulatory requirements.
The History of Chronic Pain Ireland
Vision, Mission & Strategic Objectives
Charter of Rights
Our Team
Campaigns
Research
Corporate Governance
Finances
Statistics
Chronic Pain Ireland continues to grow and is providing much needed support for people living with the condition.
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of people with Chronic Pain cannot work because of their condition
%
of people with Chronic Pain think that others doubt the existence of their pain
%
stated that the pain was so intense they wanted to die
These statistics were reported as part of our national campaign “My Pain Feels Like” that aimed to raise awareness of pain and support patients when communicating with their doctor.
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Membership Organisations
Chronic Pain Ireland is a proud member of many national and international patient advocacy organisations.
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Awards
Good Governance Awards 2024
for our Annual Report in Category 1 (organisations with an annual turnover under €100,000). This recognition celebrates our dedication to transparency, accountability, and excellence in governance practices.
Brain, Mind Pain Grant 2022-2023
awarded to Prof. Kieran O’Sullivan and Abigail Browne of the University of Limerick, Ireland in partnership with Chronic Pain Ireland for CBT-I World Café project
Irish Enterprise Awards 2021
Best Chronic Pain Management Advisory Service.
Brain, Mind Pain Grant 2019-2020
awarded to V. Vasiliou, School Applied Psychology UCC in partnership with Chronic Pain Ireland, ASPida project.
Irish Healthcare Awards 2017
Best Patient Education Project of the Year “My Pain Feels Like”.
Carmichael
Good Governance Awards 2017 – Joint Runner up of Category 1.
Irish Healthcare Awards 2011
Best Patient Educational Project – Can you Feel my Pain? Campaign.
Irish Medical Times 2010 Best Educational Project
General Practice/Pharmacy – Reeling in the Pain.
