The mission of The Facial Pain Association (formerly The Trigeminal Neuralgia Association) is to serve as an advocate for patients living with neuropathic facial pain, including trigeminal neuralgia, by providing information, encouraging research and offering support.

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New Chief Executive Officer

The Facial Pain Association welcomes its new Chief Executive Officer, Susan Cupp. Susan brings more than 12 years of executive leadership experience in non-profit organizations, including the American Cancer Society and March of Dimes, to her new position with TNA. She has also worked in the for-profit business arena in marketing, advertising and public relations. Susan is a Florida native and holds an MBA in International Business from Florida Atlantic University.

Research Analyzes Repeat Surgery for Patients Suffering from Recurrent and Painful Trigeminal Neuralgia

Neuropsychiatric side-effects of lidocaine: examples from the
treatment of headache and a review

Trigeminal Neuralgia in a Patient With Spontaneous
Intracranial Hypotension

A prospective cohort study of microvascular decompression and Gamma Knife surgery in patients with trigeminal neuralgial

The House passed the National Pain Care Policy Act of 2009 (H.R. 756).

Our Voice has been heard, but urgent action is still required. 

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End the Pain.  Neuropathic Facial Pain Expressions and impressions. 
Compiled and Edited by Suzanne Grenell.

People of all ages in all parts of the world suffer neuropathic facial pain, including trigeminal neuralgia (TN), which strikes like lightning bolts in the face.  The pain drives victims to their knees, to despair and sometimes suicide.   End the Pain contains very personal expressions of pain, coping and great courage.
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January 2009 issue of TNAlert. The latest news brought to you by TNA, the Facial Pain Association. Presenting information on the care and management of neuropathic facial pain including trigeminal neuralgia.

ETHEX Corporation Voluntarily Recalls a Single Lot of Morphine Sulfate 60 mg Extended Release Tablets Due to the Potential for Oversized Tablets

TNA Memorial Tribute Fund Recognition