Ullevål Hospital has a specialized department for pain management that focuses on mapping and treating long-term pain conditions. The department offers services to patients who are referred from GPs or the specialist health service. It also functions as a national competence service for neuropathic pain (NaKoNev) as well as a regional competence service for pain (ReKS).
In addition to treating adults, the department has specialized services for children and young people. Courses and training are also offered for both patients and relatives, with a focus on patients' rights and opportunities. The department is engaged in research projects related to pain management, which contributes to the development of new methods and approaches in the field.