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Chronic Pain Ireland is a national charity that supports, educates and advocates for people with chronic pain across all counties in Ireland.
Chronic pain is a complex, multi-faceted disease that prevents people from enjoying a full life
A lack of understanding within the healthcare system and society only compounds the physical and emotional distress caused by persistent pain.
Many people live with pain for years before they get a proper diagnosis.
If you have been diagnosed with chronic pain, are living in Ireland and need support, call our national helpline
Chronic Pain is a serious public health issue in Ireland and throughout Europe.
In Europe, 1 in 5 people have chronic pain. In Ireland, the figure is much higher.
1 in 3
people in Ireland have chronic pain
1 in 5
have had pain that lasted more than 10 years
3 times
more likely to be unemployed due to pain
These figures come from the landmark PRIME study conducted by the Centre of Pain Research, NUIG Galway.
For over 30 years, Chronic Pain Ireland has campaigned tirelessly on behalf of members for improved access to care and greater education within the healthcare community and society.
As a member, you will gain support as you learn new skills that help you better cope and manage your pain
Awareness
We strive to create a greater awareness of the disease through the advocacy work we do on behalf of our members.
Information
Our self-management workshops and talks teach people the skills necessary to manage their condition and live life with quality and meaning.
Support
Our thriving community continuously supports and empowers each other as they continue to learn how to manage and treat their pain.
I continue to learn so much and being a member has changed my life.
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UCD VR-PAIN Project – participate in workshop
Take part Research initiative – VR-PAIN Project Technology in Physiotherapy Education Project developing virtual reality clinical scenarios. Seeking feedback from people living with chronic pain (pain for more than 6 months) about the skills they believe are necessary for Physiotherapists to have and how these skills can be integrated
Research VR-PAIN Project Technology in Physiotherapy Education
Take part Research initiative – VR-PAIN Project Technology in Physiotherapy Education Project developing virtual reality clinical scenarios. Seeking feedback from people living with chronic pain (pain for more than 6 months) about the skills they believe are necessary for Physiotherapists to have and how these skills can be integrated
Research: Chronic Pain & Disordered Sleep
UL/CPI Research project looking at ways to enhance sleep among people with chronic pain, especially considering options other than medication. Recruitment of people with persistent pain to attend one of our world Café events which are being held online and in person. A world Café creates an informal Café setting for participants to explore an issue by discussing it in small table groups.
Services
All of Chronic Pain Ireland’s services are delivered on a national basis. We support individuals across Ireland through phone support, online resources, virtual programmes and nationwide events
Self-Management
Chronic Pain can be managed in a number of different ways. While there is no immediate cure for chronic pain, implementing strategies / techniques through self- management can help reduce your pain, improve the quality of your life and puts you, not the pain, in control.
Events & Meetings
Support Phone Line
Media Library
Welcome to our Media Library where you will find a range of talks and webinars from experts in chronic pain from Ireland and across the world.