The iPainCentre is Beaumont Hospitals integrated community based pain service. The service follows best evidence for the management of non-specific low back pain, radicular pain, widespread pain and fibromyalgia syndrome. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for those living with chronic pain in our community.
The iPainCentre has a multidisciplinary team of experts in the field of pain management. We aim to provide an accessible, inclusive and evidence based integrated service. We follow international guidelines and evidence for the management of chronic pain conditions which recommend patient education, self-management support, as well as physical and psychological therapies. We aim to provide a service that respects the dignity of the whole person through caring and compassionate interactions to build knowledge and confidence.
Chronic pain is individual, subjective and complex. It can lead to significant, burden, distress and functional impairment for those affected. The iPainCentre provides a comprehensive service based on your individual needs.
Referral to the iPainCentre are electronic referrals via Healthlink system to the Pain Service at Beaumont Hospital and the referring clinician can indicate that it is for the iPainCentre.
Alternatively, referrals may be made directly via email: ipaincentre@beaumont.ie.
All referrals are triaged by the clinical team on a weekly basis.
On referral to the iPainCentre, you will be assessed by a member of our team where a detailed history and physical examination will be conducted. You will be asked to complete a detailed questionnaire by email before attending your appointment to identify factors that might impact your management plan and to monitor progress. Screening will include the impact of pain on your life and any concerns about your pain you wish to address at your consultation.
Once referred to the iPainCentre you will be asked to attend an initial group appointment led by the Consultant in Pain Management. The appointment will focuses on pain education, treatment options and our approach in the iPainCentre.
We run a number of 6 week group rehabilitation programmes for patients. All programmes offer a combined physical and psychological approach but differ slightly in terms of content and duration.
The role of interventional therapies is limited in the management of chronic pain. Some patients may require injections for diagnostic or treatment purposes, but this will be discussed with you at your initial assessment.
Pharmacological treatment is only recommended following an inadequate response to non-pharmacological treatment for chronic pain. Your pain medications and best options will be discussed in detail with you at your initial consultation.
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iPainCentre AdministratorTelephone: 087 458 1454
Email AddressEmail: ipaincentre@beaumont.ie
Beaumont Hospital Pain Management Website
Beaumont Hospital Fibromyalgia Information Website
Chronic Pain Ireland – Patient Support Group
Living Well Programme