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NoticeWe do not prescribe controlled medications, including Sleeping pills, Diazepam, Tramadol, Gabapentin, or similar substances. Consultation fees will not be refunded if appointments are booked to request controlled medications.
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EmergencyDoctor247 is not to be used for Medical or Surgical Emergencies. If you need urgent help in Ireland, contact emergency services on 999 or 112.
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Living With Pain? Talk to a Doctor Today.
General Pain Consultation Ireland
Back pain, stiff joints, recurring headaches, or chronic pain that's worn you down — you don't have to wait weeks for a specialist. Speak to a fully IMC-registered Irish doctor online, get an honest assessment, a plan built for your life, and an e-prescription if you need one. All without leaving home.
Knowing which type you have shapes the treatment plan. Your consultation starts here.
Acute Pain — Short-Term, Clear Cause
Pain from a specific injury, surgery or illness that typically settles within days or weeks as your body heals. Examples: a sprained ankle, post-operative discomfort, or a sudden migraine. Usually responds well to short courses of medication plus rest.
Chronic Pain — 3+ Months, Complex Picture
Pain that persists beyond the expected healing time — often three months or more. It may continue after the original cause has healed because the nervous system has become sensitised. Common in back pain, arthritis, fibromyalgia and neuropathy. Needs a broader approach than medication alone.
Pain We Can Help With
From everyday musculoskeletal complaints to long-term nerve pain — our IMC-registered doctors cover the full range of general pain presentations.
Back Pain
Lower back pain, sciatica, slipped disc symptoms, postural strain and chronic spinal issues with advice on activity modification, medication and when to image.
Muscle Pain
Strains, sprains, cramps and myalgia from overuse, poor posture or minor injury with safe stretching, recovery and graded-return guidance.
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis, rheumatoid flare-ups, gout, bursitis and generalised joint inflammation with treatment plans focused on protecting function and reducing swelling.
Chronic Pain
Fibromyalgia, neuropathy, complex regional pain syndrome and persistent widespread pain with multidisciplinary plans, medication review and specialist coordination.
Headaches & Migraines
Tension, cluster and migraine headaches with trigger identification, preventive strategies and acute relief options tailored to your pattern.
Post-Injury & Post-Surgical Pain
Lingering pain after accidents, operations or trauma with progress review, medication titration and physio referrals to speed recovery.
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How We Actually Treat Pain
Good pain care isn't a quick prescription. It's a plan built around four pillars that work together — the same standard you'd expect from a specialist pain clinic.
Comprehensive Pain Assessment
Every consultation starts with the full picture: pain location, character, intensity on a 0–10 scale, timeline, triggers and how it's affecting sleep, work and mood. This biopsychosocial view is what separates effective pain care from a symptom-only approach and it's built into every appointment.
Continuity of Care
Pain isn't a one-consultation problem. Your doctor reviews your progress, adjusts the plan, and keeps a running record across visits so you're never starting from zero on the next call. Follow-up appointments are quick to book and aligned with the same clinician where possible.
Beyond Medication Alone
Medication helps but rarely fixes chronic pain on its own. Where appropriate, your doctor will combine it with graded exercise, pacing techniques, sleep hygiene, stress-management methods and ergonomic changes backed by evidence, not generic tips. Less reliance on medication, better long-term outcomes.
Coordinated Specialist Referrals
When pain needs more than primary care imaging, physiotherapy, pain specialists, rheumatology or neurology your doctor arranges the referral directly with fast, secure electronic routing. You skip the back-and-forth and get specialist eyes on your case sooner.
How Your Emergency Consultation Works
From first click to e-prescription in under 10 minutes.
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Book a Time That Fits
Pick a slot that works evenings and weekends included. Booking takes under two minutes.
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Speak to Your Doctor
Video or phone, your choice. Your doctor reviews your history, pain timeline and how it's affecting your life.
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Leave With a Plan
Diagnosis where possible, e-prescription to your pharmacy, a referral if needed, and clear next steps.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you book. Can't find your answer? Give us a call.
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What's the difference between acute and chronic pain?
Acute pain is short-term and usually linked to a clear cause an injury, surgery or infection and typically settles within days to weeks as your body heals. Chronic pain lasts three months or longer, often continues after the original cause has resolved, and involves changes in how your nervous system processes pain signals. Acute pain responds well to rest and short-term medication. Chronic pain needs a broader, multidisciplinary plan covering both the physical and psychological sides of pain.
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Can I get opioid or strong pain medication through an online consultation?
Controlled medications like opioids have strict prescribing rules in Ireland and usually require an established clinical relationship, documented diagnosis and in-person review. Our doctors can prescribe standard pain relief paracetamol, anti-inflammatories, muscle relaxants and neuropathic agents where clinically appropriate. If stronger controlled analgesics are needed, your doctor will refer you to a pain specialist or your regular GP rather than prescribe remotely. This is for your safety.
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How should I describe my pain to the doctor?
Be specific. Note the location, whether it radiates, and the quality (burning, stabbing, aching, throbbing). Rate intensity on a 0–10 scale where 10 is the worst imaginable. Mention when it started, what makes it worse or better, what you've already tried, and how it affects sleep, work or mood. Keeping a short pain diary for a few days before your appointment with times, triggers and activities gives the doctor far more useful information than describing it from memory.
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Will I need an in-person examination?
Many pain conditions can be fully assessed remotely through history-taking, visual inspection on video and functional questions. However, certain cases suspected fractures, neurological deficits, abdominal pain needing palpation, or unexplained severe pain require a physical examination. Your doctor will tell you honestly during the consultation and refer you to a GP clinic, physiotherapist or A&E if hands-on assessment is needed.
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Can Doctor247 order imaging or blood tests for pain investigation?
Yes. If your pain suggests an underlying cause that needs imaging (X-ray, MRI, ultrasound) or blood work (inflammatory markers, autoimmune screening), your doctor issues a private referral to a diagnostic centre or lab. Results are returned to Doctor247, reviewed by your doctor, and discussed in a follow-up consultation — no separate appointment needed to interpret them.
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Does Doctor247 use non-medication approaches for chronic pain?
Yes — medication is only one tool. Our doctors often recommend evidence-based non-pharmacological strategies alongside any prescription: graded exercise, pacing techniques, ergonomic changes, sleep hygiene, stress-management methods including CBT-based approaches, and referrals to physiotherapy or clinical psychology where appropriate. Chronic pain outcomes are usually best with a combined approach, not medication alone.
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How much does a General Pain Consultation cost?
Consultations start at €40 with transparent pricing shown before booking. Payment is taken securely online at the time of booking via credit card or PayPal. No subscription, no hidden charges, and no separate fees for a prescription or referral letter issued during the consultation.
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Can I book a pain consultation for my child or elderly parent?
Yes. We treat paediatric pain with a parent or guardian present during consultations for children under 16. For elderly patients, our doctors are experienced in geriatric pain assessment — where medication interactions, frailty and co-morbidities need extra care. You can also book on behalf of a family member and join the consultation together for support.