Support Groups
Whether you are a considering a Spinal Cord Stimulator (SCS) or RadioFrequency Ablation (RFA), are in the process of getting it, or already have one, we’ve provided some links to helpful support groups that can provide additional information about pain management.

Pain Alliance Europe (PAE) was founded in the European Parliament in 2011. It is a Pan-European umbrella organisation of 40 national and European associations in 17 EU countries, representing over 400 000 individual chronic pain patients.

Pain UK is an alliance of charities providing a voice for people in pain, founded in November 2011. It is an umbrella charity for many of the charities in the UK who support people who live with pain of any description.

ISAL Foundation was established in 1993 and promotes knowledge, scientific research and training in the field of pain therapy. Today, ISAL is the leading pain association in Italy, thanks to a widespread support network.

The AVFD was created in 2006. It is a patient association for patients with chronic pain, and their relatives, which brings together around 150 members, patients, relatives and friends, volunteers and employees throughout the national territory.
