58. Irish Enterprise Awards 2026 Jul22575 For those suffering from chronic pain, the effects of pain can be lifechanging. Unlike acute pain, which serves as a warning signal for injury, chronic pain often continues even after the underlying cause has been treated. This persistent pain can detrimentally impact quality of life, especially so if the individual does not find the right pain management strategy for their body. Pain Relief Ireland is a champion of pain management, dedicated to providing support, education, and advocacy to individuals with chronic pain across all counties in Ireland. We explored more below, as Pain Relief Ireland receives applause in the Irish Enterprise Awards 2026. “We Care About Your Pain.” Awarded in last year’s Irish Enterprise Awards as Most Influential Pain Management Consultant 2025, we’re pleased to recognise Pain Relief Ireland for the second consecutive year. Since its inception in 2011, Pain Relief Ireland has strived to provide comprehensive pain management planning for individuals feeling trapped by their chronic pain. The company emphasises a holistic approach to pain management, offering a range of services spanning psychological and physical therapy and tailored to individual patient needs. The expert team, led by Prof. Hegarty, is widely recognised for its dedication and experience in diagnosing and treating chronic pain effectively. Prof. Hegarty is the Clinical Director of Pain Relief Ireland, in addition to serving as a senior medical advisor to a number of medtech companies. As an active researcher, Prof. Hegarty has published extensively on pain management. He believes in providing patients with multidisciplinary and interventional options, and sees great potential in neuromodulation as a therapy option for certain patients. Under Prof. Hegarty’s supervision, Pain Relief Ireland has earned renown for its groundbreaking advancements in non-invasive therapy strategies, harnessing state-of-the-art technology to revolutionise pain management. The company uses quantitative sensory testing to investigate new fibre activity, whilst employing the most advanced neuromodulation equipment – sourced from a variety of leading medtech companies – to offer an unrivalled range of therapeutic options. A shining example of this is the introduction of the BioWave Clinic at Pain Relief Ireland. BioWave is an innovative electronic device that allows the team to deliver electric signals deep into the tissue to block pain fibres and improve muscle function. The Clinic provides patients with a wearable BioWave device that enables them to manage their pain relief. This technology stands out from other devices on the market because its signal mixing technology penetrates deeper and more effectively into the painful areas, providing the patient with greater control. “The use of technology-based solutions to provide pain management is the future,” Prof. Hegarty stated. “At Pain Relief Ireland, we strive to be best-in-class, providing the most effective technology solutions and integrating digital platforms to streamline patient flow and optimise clinical outcome. As we aim to deliver the best options, we are also involved in shaping what the next generation of devices will provide.” With each pain management case, Pain Relief Ireland integrates cuttingedge research with robust clinical support, psychology, and physical therapy services. Every aspect of its service is meticulously optimised to craft personalised treatment strategies that fully align with each patient’s specific pain management needs. This holistic mission has been one of Pain Relief Ireland’s foundational objectives for over a decade, driving the team’s relentless pursuit of excellence in patient care. What’s more, Pain Relief Ireland also actively collaborates with insurance providers to ensure that patients have seamless access to world-class treatments. Approximately 20% of the European population suffers from chronic pain and, in Ireland, this ranges from 13% to 35.5%. These figures speak to a cohort of healthcare users that do not have access to crucial treatments. “In modern medicine, this is not acceptable,” said Prof. Hegarty. “Pain Relief Ireland seeks to provide international care pathways on a national and regional basis. Delivering the best therapies for our community is vital, across Ireland. We will use technology to deliver pain therapy, drug-free therapy, and efficient digital platforms into the future. Our staff strive to achieve these objectives, and we aim to recruit individuals for whom this is their mission.” Looking to the future, Pain Relief Ireland aims to expand its regional base over the coming years. Having seen the potential for successful replication of its own entrepreneurial model, the company intends to leverage this model of integration across Europe. 2026 will be the starting point for the Pain Relief Ireland team, as it continues on its mission of ensuring that chronic pain management is provided to those who need it most. Of these future plans, Prof. Hegarty shared: “We endeavour to ensure that everyone has access to the best therapies for their needs; personalised pain medicine is the future.” Contact: Prof. Dominic Hegarty Company: Pain Relief Ireland Web Address: www.painreliefireland.ie Most Influential Pain Management Consultation 2026
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