Highlights, impulses & new formats: The congress programme is online
The scientific and technical programme of the I.S.P.O. 20th World Congress is published. From 16 to 19 June 2025, the congress will bring together over 4,000 professionals from around the globe under the theme "Science in Practice, Practice in Science: Collaboration and innovation towards sustainable rehabilitation". More than 600 presenters will discuss the latest developments in the fields of prosthetics, orthotics, mobility, assistive technology and rehabilitation in more than 150 sessions.
“A highly interesting scientific programme awaits the participants in Stockholm! The focus is on sustainability, which is also reflected in the selection of keynote speakers," says Corry van der Sluis, Chair of the Scientific Programme Committee. She also refers to the two new programme formats: the 3-Minute-Thesis (3MT) student competition, in which student researchers present their projects in three minutes on just one slide, and the networking event “Fika & Get-together for early career professionals”, that will take place right at the start of the congress. More than 200 posters will be presented in short pitches and meet-the-presenter sessions. "In addition to symposia, instructional courses and free-paper and poster sessions, all participants have the opportunity to meet their peers and expand their professional network," says Corry van der Sluis and is looking forward to broad participation and lively discussions in Stockholm.
Moreover, a new addition to the programme is the technical track, which specifically addresses technical professions. In more than 15 presentations, this programme track will focus on fabrication techniques, materials and hands-on instruction.
Programme highlights
• Opening Ceremony with the Knud Jansen Lecture and the IC2A Inspirational Lecture
• Interdisciplinary keynotes on the latest findings from science and practice
• ISPO World Assembly, the official meeting of all members
• New formats: The technical track and the 3MT student competition
• Education credits (CPD credits) for international professionals
Industry exhibition with a focus on innovation
Parallel to the congress, the industry exhibition offers a comprehensive overview of the entire spectrum of modern orthopaedic treatment and care: Over 150 exhibitors from more than 30 countries will present their mobility products and services. Highlights include the Start-up Area, the German Pavilion and practice-orientated exhibitor workshops.
The full programme can be viewed online. Congress registration is open. Interested professionals benefit from early bird rates until 17 March 2025.
Programme and registration: www.ispo-congress.com
