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Learn about our work and plans for the future                                             To all members of Pain Concern: Pain Concern’s 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held by Microsoft Teams video conference on Tuesday 28th July at 7pm. As one of our valued members we would be delighted if you would join us.  How to ...

Margaret M. Dunham, 'Being old and in pain' (PDF) ...

May 4th marks a momentous day for Kieran Hinsley. You see, this is the day of the Milton Keynes Marathon, which Kieran will be running – with chronic pain.  Pain and guilt At just 25 years old, Kieran’s swollen, stiff fingers prevented him from even doing up his baby ...

People are suffering. We’re offering solutions. For those in pain, and those who care for them, Pain Concern works towards a world where pain is better understood and does not stop people living the life they choose to live. Our latest Impact Report shares what we achieved this ...

References and Resources for Pain Matters 90 IMAGINING A FAIRER SOCIETY (Macgregor & Hill O’Connor) Further Resources McCartney et al. (2023) Culture as an objective for, and a means of achieving, a Wellbeing Economy. Humanities and Social Sciences Communications, 10, 718. (doi: 10.1057/s41599-023-02240-6) McCartney et al. (2025) https://www.econstor.eu/bitstream/10419/308087/1/1913503828.pdf Wellbeing ...

Join Pain Concern as an Outreach Worker – make a difference in chronic pain support Your chance to be part of a small, dedicated team supporting people living with chronic pain. About Pain Concern Pain Concern is a charity providing information and support to people with pain and those who ...

We’re hiring – find out about our Pain Educator position.

Chronic pain affects 1 in 4 people in the UK, yet it is often misunderstood or dismissed. Misconceptions don’t just create stigma, they can prevent people from getting the support and treatment they need. Raising awareness is essential to change this. By challenging myths and sharing the ...

Book now Email mindfulness@painconcern.org.uk Text 07480632774 Call 0300 222 5774 Pain Concern is delighted to offer a range of free online mindfulness sessions throughout 2026, thanks to generous support from the Nancie Massey Charitable Trust and Merchant Company Endowments Trust. These trusts are based in Edinburgh and the Lothians, so while the ...

At Pain Concern, we always say “without our volunteers, we couldn’t do what we do.” This statement rings especially true during Volunteers’ Week, a time to pause and recognise the incredible contribution our volunteers make to the charity every day. Our volunteers are the heart of everything we do.Their ...

This edition of Airing Pain explores how neurodivergent individuals experience pain, potential links to hypermobility, and the need for better education to support conditions like autism and ADHD. Neurodiversity refers to the different ways a person’s brain processes information.It is an umbrella term used to describe a number ...

At Pain Concern, we're committed to supporting people living with pain and those who care for them. This past year, we've continued to break down barriers to effective pain management through innovation, education, and community. From the ever-growing success of our self-management tools and expanding our pain ...