Pain Concern

Pain Concern Pain Concern is a UK-based charity working to improve the lives of people living with pain and those who care for them.

14/08/2025

🎥 “They said it was all in my head…”
If you’ve ever felt dismissed when describing your pain, you’re not alone.

Chronic pain affects both body and mind - and recognising the emotional toll is a powerful step toward taking back control. It’s not about choosing emotions over pain, it’s about treating both with the attention they deserve.

💬 “GPs aren’t ignoring the pain – they’re trying to understand the full picture to help you manage it better.”

💜 Learn more in Pain Matters 89 – our 30th anniversary special edition packed with practical, compassionate advice.
👉 Subscribe here: https://tinyurl.com/painmatters89

My name is Dr. Sian Holt and I am a Research Fellow at the University of Southampton. We are conducting a research stu...
13/08/2025

My name is Dr. Sian Holt and I am a Research Fellow at the University of Southampton.

We are conducting a research study about people’s experiences of using antidepressants to help with their pain.

This involves chatting with us for 45 to 60 minutes, either online or by telephone.

You get a £25 thank-you voucher after the chat.

Here is a link to our study website where you can find out more and where people can take part:

www.tinyurl.com/ELEVATEstudy

08/08/2025

💬 Love social media? Want experience that makes your CV shine?

We're recruiting volunteers to help create and share content across our social channels.

✅ Real experience
✅ Flexible hours
✅ Work from home or in our Edinburgh office
✅ Friendly support & training
✅ A reference after 3 months

Whether you're starting out, switching careers, or looking to give back, this is your chance to make a difference 💜

Canva experience (or similar) desirable

📩 hr@painconcern.org.uk
For more info/to apply: https://ow.ly/1aUF50WymXg

“You never know when something will click - or be exactly what you need at that moment.”One participant told us they wer...
07/08/2025

“You never know when something will click - or be exactly what you need at that moment.”

One participant told us they were surprised by how young many of the other attendees were. Chronic pain doesn’t just affect older people - it can impact anyone, at any age.

That’s why our free online Pain Education sessions are open to everyone living with persistent pain, whatever your age or experience. Whether it’s your first session or your fifth, there’s always something new to learn, and support to be found.

📅 Final online sessions:

Mon 11 Aug · 11am–1pm

Wed 20 Aug · 2pm–4pm

Tue 16 Sept · 11am–1pm

Mon 22 Sept · 2pm–4pm

💻 Online | 🆓 Free to attend
👉 Book now: https://ow.ly/MZ0W50Wy4J3

Join us at the London Landmarks Half Marathon 2026 and help fundraise for Pain Concern! 🏃Runners will receive:🎽 Pain Con...
06/08/2025

Join us at the London Landmarks Half Marathon 2026 and help fundraise for Pain Concern! 🏃

Runners will receive:
🎽 Pain Concern running vest
💭 Fundraising tips + materials
🤝 Support from our friendly team
💜 The satisfaction of making a difference

Fundraise for change at https://painconcern.org.uk/fundraise-for-pain-concern-2/

Have you experienced chronic pain?We’d love to hear from you. Researchers from the University of Dundee are inviting peo...
05/08/2025

Have you experienced chronic pain?

We’d love to hear from you. Researchers from the University of Dundee are inviting people living with chronic pain to take part in a short survey. The aim is to better understand your views and experiences around physical activity and how support could be improved.
👉 Take the survey at https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/dundee/sussed-public-involvement-survey-1

👣Step up to Change: small steps, big momentum—keep moving forward! Resolutions aren’t just for January—any time is a go...
04/08/2025

👣Step up to Change: small steps, big momentum—keep moving forward!

Resolutions aren’t just for January—any time is a good time to make a change. Last month we suggested that you Simplify your goals. ✅

Here’s one to try this month: Build a support network 🤝🫂

Connecting with others who understand chronic pain can be incredibly supportive and comforting. One way to do this is to join our online community. Click here to safely connect with others living with pain: https://ow.ly/RnoR50Vvk0j

🚨 We’re looking for Social Media Volunteers!Want to boost your skills and make a real difference?Join our friendly team ...
03/08/2025

🚨 We’re looking for Social Media Volunteers!
Want to boost your skills and make a real difference?

Join our friendly team and help raise awareness of chronic pain and the support Pain Concern offers.

Canva experience desirable

📍 Remote or Edinburgh-based
🕒 2–4 hours/week
📢 Gain marketing & comms experience
📄 Reference after 3 months!

💌 Interested? Email: hr@painconcern.org.uk
To find out more or apply: https://ow.ly/C8oh50WylSs

01/08/2025

🌟 “It made me feel so much less isolated in what I’ve been going through as a chronic pain sufferer.” 🌟

If you're living with chronic pain, you're not alone - support is available.

Join our free online Pain Education Session on Mon 11 Aug to learn how to better understand and manage your pain in everyday life.

📅 Monday 11 Aug
🕥 Time: 11am-1pm
💻 Online

➡️ Book your place now: https://ow.ly/54oi50WxXrJ

Hello everyone! We have some exciting events planned for August at Pain Concern📌To book onto a Pain Education Session pl...
01/08/2025

Hello everyone! We have some exciting events planned for August at Pain Concern

📌To book onto a Pain Education Session please visit https://ow.ly/tSn250Wwc5t

📌If you not local to our 'drop ins' and would like to chat please contact us on help@painconcern.org.uk or 0300 123 0789

🌟Free In-person Pain Education Session 🌟Are you struggling with chronic pain? Please know you are not alone and there is...
31/07/2025

🌟Free In-person Pain Education Session 🌟

Are you struggling with chronic pain?
Please know you are not alone and there is support out there.

As a first step, come along to our next in-person session at Craigmillar Medical Practice on the 7th August.

How will it help me?
This supportive and friendly session is an introduction to help you develop a way of dealing with your pain and should allow you to:

- Know more about your pain
- Learn how to better deal with stress
- Be able to enjoy life more
- Be able to do more

Date: 7th August
Time: 10:30am - 12:30pm
Venue: Craigmillar Medical Practice

For more info and to book - https://ow.ly/61hB50WxWMm

Why do people experience pain so differently?From biology and psychology to past experiences and social expectations, th...
30/07/2025

Why do people experience pain so differently?

From biology and psychology to past experiences and social expectations, the way we feel pain is shaped by much more than just injury. The same person can respond completely differently to pain depending on the context. And it's not about toughness or weakness. It’s about how our brains, bodies, and environments interact.

For people living with long-term conditions, understanding this can be a game changer.

That’s why we offer free online Pain Education classes designed to help you better understand your pain and learn tools to manage it more effectively over time.

🖱️ Sign up now and take the first step toward regaining control: https://ow.ly/Wr5u50Wx1N6

ℹ️or find out more: https://ow.ly/loW650Wx1N9

📚 Read the article that inspired this post:
👉 The fascinating science of pain – and why everyone feels it differently via The Guardian -
https://ow.ly/4ZrY50Wx1N7

Address

62-66 Newcraighall Road Unit 1-3
Edinburgh
EH153HS

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm

Website

https://linktr.ee/PainConcern

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