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Global Congress on

Physiotherapy, Physical Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine

Theme: From Recovery to Performance: Advancing Movement, Function, and Human Potential
Paris, France | August 2–3, 2027
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Explore the scientific programme, professional development, participation opportunities, research themes and international community shaping the future of physiotherapy and rehabilitation.

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Congress Overview

About the Congress

The Global Congress on Physiotherapy, Physical Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine brings together clinicians, researchers, educators, rehabilitation professionals and healthcare innovators for scientific exchange, practical learning and international collaboration.

Theme: From Recovery to Performance: Advancing Movement, Function, and Human Potential.

The congress explores the complete rehabilitation journey from injury, illness and functional limitation to recovery, independence, return to activity and safe human performance.

Scientific discussions connect evidence-based physiotherapy with movement science, personalised rehabilitation, sports medicine, digital health and emerging technology.

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Programme Experience

Conference Highlights

Keynote Lectures Perspectives from experienced international professionals and researchers.
Scientific Sessions Research and clinical developments across rehabilitation specialties.
Practical Learning Assessment, therapeutic exercise, movement and rehabilitation strategies.
Research Presentations Oral and poster opportunities for original scientific and clinical work.
Technology & Innovation AI, robotics, wearables, digital rehabilitation and telerehabilitation.
Global Networking Connect with clinicians, researchers, educators and institutions.
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Professional Development

Accreditation & Certification

Participation supports continuing professional development and provides formal recognition of involvement in the scientific programme.

16+ Accredited CPD Credits
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Recognition

Awards & Recognition

Best Oral Presentation Award Recognising scientific relevance, presentation quality and communication.
Best Poster Presentation Award Honouring clarity, scientific quality, design and research contribution.
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Professional Value

Participation Benefits

  • 16+ accredited CPD credits
  • Official participation certificate
  • Scientific sessions & expert discussions
  • International presentation opportunity
  • Oral & poster awards
  • Abstract publication
  • Professional networking
  • Speaker & presenter visibility
  • Congress materials
  • Group registration benefits
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Why It Matters

Why Attend?

Update Your Knowledge Explore current research and clinical practice.
Learn From Experts Gain perspectives from experienced professionals.
Present Your Work Share research with an international audience.
Build Collaborations Connect with universities, hospitals and researchers.
Discover Innovation Explore emerging rehabilitation technologies.
Advance Professionally Strengthen visibility, knowledge and networks.
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Global Community

Who Should Attend?

Clinical Professionals Physiotherapists, rehabilitation specialists, physicians and sports medicine professionals.
Sports & Performance Athletic trainers, exercise specialists and movement scientists.
Academia & Research Researchers, professors, educators and clinical scientists.
Technology & Innovation Digital health, AI, robotics, wearables and assistive technology.
Healthcare Organisations Hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centres and healthcare leaders.
Students & Early Career Undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral and emerging professionals.
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Choose Your Role

Participation Options

Present Speaker Contribute expert knowledge to the programme.
Research Oral Presenter Present original scientific or clinical work.
Research Poster Presenter Showcase research visually to delegates.
Attend Delegate Attend sessions and networking activities.
Online Virtual Participant Participate remotely when travel is not possible.
Industry Exhibitor / Sponsor Showcase technologies, services and solutions.
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Industry Collaboration

Exhibitor & Sponsorship Opportunities

Showcase Solutions Present rehabilitation products, equipment, technologies and services.
Increase Visibility Reach an international rehabilitation audience.
Meet Decision-Makers Connect with clinicians, researchers and healthcare representatives.
Develop Partnerships Explore academic, research and commercial collaborations.
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Takeaways

Key Benefits

  • Updated clinical knowledge
  • Evidence-informed perspectives
  • International visibility
  • Research collaboration
  • Academic networking
  • Technology exposure
  • Cross-disciplinary learning
  • Professional development
  • Career opportunities
  • Global professional connections
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Scientific Programme

Scientific Sessions & Tracks

Musculoskeletal & Orthopaedic Manual therapy, exercise therapy, pain, orthopaedics and movement restoration.
Neurological Rehabilitation Stroke, spinal cord injury, brain injury, gait, balance and functional recovery.
Sports Medicine & Performance Injury prevention, athlete rehabilitation, return to sport and biomechanics.
Specialised Rehabilitation Paediatric, geriatric, cardiac, cancer and community rehabilitation.
Digital Rehabilitation & Technology AI, robotics, wearables, virtual reality and telerehabilitation.
Research, Education & Practice Evidence-based practice, education, outcomes, ethics and workforce development.
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International Reach

Target Audience

Clinical Community Physiotherapists, physicians and rehabilitation teams.
Academia & Research Universities, researchers and educators.
Healthcare Organisations Hospitals, clinics and rehabilitation centres.
Industry & Technology Rehabilitation technology and digital health companies.
Students Undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral participants.
Professional Organisations Associations, scientific societies and networks.

Organizing Committee Members

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Nele Adriaenssens

Vrije Universiteit Brussel , Belgium

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Marcia Castro Montoya

Element Pilates, Costa Rica.

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Silverio Di Rocca

M.P.R. International School Myofunctional Postural Rehabilitation, Italy

Ron Blehm
Ron Blehm

EEI Physical Wellness Institute, LLC, United States Of America

Renowned Speakers

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Dawit Albieiro Pinheiro Gonçalves

Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais,Brazil.

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Clark T. Hung

Columbia University,United States Of America

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Joost van Wijchen

Western Norway University of Applied Sciences,Norway

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Catalina Vidal

Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile,Chile

Media Partners

Conference Schedule

Time Program
08:00–09:00 Registration
09:00–09:30 Opening Ceremony and Introduction
09:30–10:30 Keynote Session I
10:30–11:00 Refreshment Break
11:00–12:30 Keynote Session II
12:30–13:30 Lunch
13:30–15:00 Break Out Session I
15:00–15:30 Refreshment Break
15:30–18:00 Break Out Session II
Time Program
09:00–10:30 Keynote Session III
10:30–11:00 Refreshment Break
11:00–12:30 Break Out Session III
12:30–13:30 Lunch
13:30–15:00 Poster Presentations
15:00–15:30 Refreshment Break
15:30–18:00 Break Out Session IV