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HAVE YOU REGISTERED?
THIRD WORLD CONGRESS OF SPORTS PHYSICAL THERAPY: REGISTRATION OPEN!
SUPER EARLY BIRD ENDS MARCH 30!
Registration continues for the Third World Congress of Sports Physical Therapy!
The Third World Congress of Sports Physical Therapy will be presented by the IFSPT and Sport Physiotherapy Canada October 4-5, 2019, in Vancouver, BC, Canada. The IFSPT is excited to partner with our Canadian member organization on this biennial event!
Following the successes of the First World Congress (Bern) in 2015 and Second World Congress (Belfast) in 2017, the Third World Congress of Sports Physical Therapy promises to be another stimulating and educational congress.
The Congress will be held at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
Registration
Super Early Bird Rates are available until March 30, 2019. IFSPT members receive the same member rate as Sports Physiotherapy Canada members! Registration may be found here.
Hotel
There is no official hotel for this congress.
However, the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver has offered IFSPT a special rate for a limited time of $399 CAD (currently $297 USD or 263 euros).
At this time, you may confirm your reservation by calling the Reservations Department at 604-684-3131 or the Global Reservations Centre at 1-800-441-1414. It is recommended that callers identify themselves as being with this group and quote WORL1019 or World Congress of Sports Physical Therapy for ease of booking.
Other hotels within .1 to .5 mile walking distance from the hotel may be booked. There are no special rates at these hotel. Reseller sites, such as TripAdvisor, Booking.com and the like are showing competitive rates.
788 Richards Street, Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 0C7, Canada
0.5 miles from Vancouver Convention Centre
801 West Georgia Street,
Vancouver, British Columbia V6C 1P7,
Canada
0.4 miles from Vancouver Convention Centre
1180 West Hastings Street,
Vancouver, British Columbia V6E 4R5,
Canada
0.4 miles from Vancouver Convention Centre
567 Hornby Street,
Vancouver, British Columbia V6C 2E8,
Canada
0.2 miles from Vancouver Convention Centre
845 Hornby St,
Vancouver, British Columbia V6Z 1V1,
Canada
0.5 miles from Vancouver Convention Centre
845 Burrard St,
Vancouver, British Columbia V6Z 2K6,
Canada
0.6 miles from Vancouver Convention Centre
100-837 Hastings St W,
Vancouver, British Columbia V6C 1B6,
Canada
0.1 miles from Vancouver Convention Centre
1128 Hastings Street West,
Vancouver, British Columbia V6E 4R5,
Canada
0.3 miles from Vancouver Convention Centre
There are many other hotels located farther out from the Convention Centre.
Please reserve your rooms as early as possible to get the best price and selection!
Congress
The Scientific Committee, co-chaired by Chris Napier and Jean-Francois Esculier, also includes Allison Ezzat and Anthony Schneiders, President of the IFSPT.
Confirmed speakers:
Dr. Clare Ardern PT, PhD, Editor, JOSPT
Professor Roald Bahr MD, PhD
Dr. Christian Barton PT, PhD
Dr. Keith Baar PhD
Dr. Lara Boyd PT, PhD
Dr. Johann Windt, PhD
Dr. Maria Constantinou PT, PhD, IFSPT Secretary
Dr. Ann Cools PT, PhD
Professor Kay Crossley PT, PhD
Dr. Sarah Haag PT, DPT, Women's Health Certified Specialist
Dr. Alex Hutchinson Journalist, PhD
Dr. Greg Lehman PT, MSc, DC
Dr. Karen Litzy, PT, DPT
Dr. Kerry MacDonald
Dr. Bob McCormack MD
Dr. Luciana De Michelis Mendonca, PT, PhD, IFSPT Board Member
Dr. Ebonie Rio PT, PhD
Professor Ewa Roos PT, PhD
Dr. Emma K Stokes PT, PhD, MSc Mgmt
Dr. Anthony Schneiders PT, PhD, IFSPT President
Ms. Sarah Smith PT
Dr. Kristian Thorborg PT, PhD, IFSPT Vice President
Dr. Jane Thornton MD, PhD
Dr. Rod Whiteley PT, PhD
The IFSPT General Meeting will be held on Thursday, October 3 in conjunction with the Congress.
The program promises world class speakers and topics as we explore emerging evidence in high performance sport and their application to everyday clinical practice.
Abstracts
The Third World Congress of Sports Physical Therapy invites researchers, clinicians and trainees to submit their research for presentation. The scientific committee will judge abstracts based on scientific rigour, originality, clarity and clinical relevance.
The top 5 judged abstracts will present their research in a plenary session competition with questions from the editors-in-chief of 3 top clinical sports medicine journals. Prizes will be awarded for best-scoring abstracts.
Key dates:
March 1st 2019: Abstract submission begins
May 24th 2019: Abstract submission deadline
June 28th 2019: Notification of decision sent to authors
For Sponsors and Exhibitors
If you are interested in sponsoring or exhibiting, the conference prospectus may be found here.
Information can be found at www.spc2019.ca. Tune into our social media with hashtag #spc2019 for news and program updates.
Watch for more information on social events and networking opportunities!
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Register at the advance rate
Save up to 10% with the advance rate.
Register online by 26th March 2019 and save on your registration fee. After 26th March registration will only be available onsite in Geneva.
Nearly 4,000 physical therapists have already registered to attend. Don't miss this opportunity to attend the profession's largest international gathering - register now and gain a global perspective of the profession, make long-lasting connections with international colleagues, and learn from world experts on the latest topics.
If you haven't done so already take a look at the preliminary programme and see why you should attend a WCPT Congress.
Register now: www.wcpt.org/wcpt2019/registration
Be inspired by our exciting programme
Take a look at the latest version of the congress programme.
See the outstanding calibre of speakers who will be presenting at congress and the diverse range of programming on offer.
Start planning your time in Geneva - see the programmed focused symposia, discussion sessions, networking sessions and seminars.
You can view the daily overviews online or download a pdf of the preliminary programme: www.wcpt.org/wcpt2019/programme/preliminary
Courses and clinical visits
There is still limited availability on some congress courses and clinical visits - add one to your registration to make the most of your time in Geneva.
Pre- and post-congress courses: over 19 courses are available to add to your congress registration. A wide range of subjects are on offer, with a number of courses offering support in other languages.
Clinical visits: if you are attending the whole congress add a clinical visit to benefit from this unique opportunity to see how physical therapy is practised in Switzerland. Most are offered in French and English and some have support for other languages.
Tickets available for opening ceremony and welcome reception
Tickets are available for the opening ceremony and welcome networking reception. If you are not registered for the full congress but would still like to attend these events or bring a guest, you can now purchase tickets via the online registration system.
Find out more: www.wcpt.org/wcpt2019/programme/social
Add tickets to your registration: https://regonline.react-profile.org/profile/WCPT19/wcpt/en/login
Congress accommodation
Save time, money, and hassle by booking your accommodation at a congress hotel - hotels nearest to the congress venue are selling out with some already fully booked.
All those staying at a congress hotel will receive a free public transport ticket. If you would prefer to stay in the centre of Geneva near the lake, public buses are available which will take you directly to the congress centre in approximately 25 minutes.
Book now to avoid disappointment: www.wcpt.org/wcpt2019/registration/accommodation.
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IFSPT TO SPONSOR WORKSHOP AT ISOKINETIC FOOTBALL CONFERENCE IN CONJUNCTION WITH SPORTFISIO
Once again, the IFSPT will spearhead a special sports workshop at the ISOKINETIC Football Conference, this year in conjunction with Sportfisio Switzerland.
Entitled Learning from Elite Womens' Sports, this workshop is open to all registered attendees of the conference, free of charge.
Saturday, April 27
Venue - Level 3+
11:30-13:00
Chairs: Ardern C (SWE), Bizzini M (SUI)
11:30 The female soccer's knee Arundale A (USA)
11:45 The female Australian footballer's knee Patterson B (AUS)
12:00 Tendinopathies in female elite athletes
Silbernagel K (USA-SWE)
12:15 Medical team challenges in a female elite football team
O'Driscoll G (UK)
12:30 Discussion
13:00 End of the Workshop
Join the IFSPT and Sportfisio Switzerland for this exciting event in London!
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APPLY TO BECOME A REGISTERED INTERNATIONAL SPORTS PHYSICAL THERAPIST
G
ive your professional status a boost by registering as an International Sports Physical Therapist!
Members of approved countries - those with established national pathways - may apply to be recognized as a Registered International Sports Physical Therapist simply by purchasing a five-year registration certificate for 50 euros. These individuals are pre-approved. Your membership within your country's specialist pathway will be confirmed, and your certificate e-mailed to you for printing and display.
- Australia: Titled Sports Physiotherapist
- Canada: SPC Credential Program
- Denmark
- Ireland: Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists, Level 3 Accreditation in Sports Physiotherapy
- Italy: Italian Sport Physical Therapist accredited - 3th level of certification through GISPT SPT pathway
- New Zealand: Complete the Specialisation Pathway through the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand. Must complete specialisation in the Sports Category.
- Norway
- Sweden - Sports Physiotherapy Specialization
- The Netherlands
- United Kingdom: Continuing Professional Development Level 3, Gold
- United States: APTA Sports Certified Specialist
Interested in having your organization's pathway approved for qualification for Registered International Sports Physical Therapy? Contact Colin Paterson, Education Committee Chair.
Please note that once application is made, the IFSPT must gain approval from the home organization before certificates are created.
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UPCOMING CONGRESSES
Control - The Interdisciplinary Management of the Artistic Athlete
Saturday 30th March 2019,
with additional bolt-on Friday 29th
St Cecilia's Hall, Edinburgh, Scotland
Tickets from £25
Event Summary: Physios In Sport, in collaboration with the International Association for Dance Medicine and Science (IADMS) and the University of Edinburgh, offer a unique regional event for those dealing with performers whether they be on stage, the ice rink, the slopes, the big top, the pool, the arena. Set in the beautiful Scottish city of Edinburgh with a venue just off the famous royal mile, practitioners from all disciplines - physios, medics, educators, coaches, therapists, scientists and researchers are invited to join the event to discuss the topic of CONTROL.
For more information and to book visit
https://www.physiosinsportevents.co.uk/
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