Useful links
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European organisations
- European Pain Network Complete resource for Europeans living with chronic pain, their carers, healthcare professionals and politicians
- Pain Relief Foundation UK charity which funds research into the causes and treatment of chronic pain
- Pain Concern Information and support for pain sufferers and those who care for them
- painSUPPORT Advice and information about self-help pain relief and pain care techniques
- PainManagement.org.uk Provides information on the common problems seen in the pain clinic and about the chronic pain service provided at the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital and the Shropshire Nuffield Hospital in the UK
- RSD Alert Information on Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy or Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
- Action on Pain UK national charity founded in 1998 to provide practical help and support to people living with or affected by chronic pain
Organisations in the United States
- American Academy of Pain Management Largest pain organisation in the United States. Helps patients find a health professional in their area to provide treatment, and provides research and educational materials
- American Chronic Pain Association Support organisation that helps people suffering from chronic pain. Promotes methods such as exercise, assertiveness, self-awareness and relaxation techniques
- American Pain Foundation Independent not for profit organisation serving people with pain through information, advocacy, and support
- National Pain Foundation An on-line education and support community for people in pain, their families and physicians
- Arthritis Foundation Provides grants to help find a cure, prevention, or better treatment for arthritis
- American Cancer Society Nationwide, community-based voluntary health organisation which aims to prevent cancer, save lives and diminish suffering from cancer
- Back.com Back pain resource including back pain treatment options and information on symptoms
Last updated: 22 Sep 2010
