Welcome to the Australian Pain Management Association.

We’re glad you found us. We’re here to help people living with persistent pain be empowered and connected in a community of like-minded people. We are here to support you on your self-efficacy journey. The lived experience of persistent pain is at the core of all that we do.

APMA is Australia’s largest lived experience community for people with persistent pain.

If you need to speak to our Peer Guides on the National Pain Link Helpline, please call 1300 340 357.

Despite our presence nationwide, we’re currently only funded by the Queensland Government.

Connect with the Persistent Pain Community!


Our impact on the community aims to improve the
quality of life for millions of Australians. We’re Australia’s largest lived experience community for people with all types of persistent pain conditions.


14+

14 YEARS SERVING THE COMMUNITY

As Australia’s Peak Consumer Group for people who live with persistent pain, our work is like no other. Since 2009, APMA has advocated for and supported people affected by persistent pain across Australia.

3.4m+

PEOPLE LIVING WITH PERSISTENT PAIN

We are your voice to change the chronic pain landscape in Australia. We understand the barriers and difficulties when living with persistent and painful conditions and together we can make an impact.

9,000+

MEMBERS AND PARTICIPANTS

Since 2009, APMA has developed a community of over 8,000 people affected by persistent pain. This network consists of consumers, health professionals, researchers and institutes.

60+

VOLUNTEERS IN THE COMMUNITY

APMA is supported by a large team of dedicated volunteers who work to improve the lives of those living with persistent pain. Our range of services support people at any stage of their persistent pain journey.