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The International Disability Alliance (IDA), together with the World Health Organization, will host the webinar “From co...
27/11/2025

The International Disability Alliance (IDA), together with the World Health Organization, will host the webinar “From cost to investment: financing health equity for persons with disabilities” on 3 December 2025, 14:00–15:30 CET. 📅🌍

The session will explore how health-system financing affects access to essential services for the 1.3 billion persons with disabilities worldwide, addressing barriers such as high out-of-pocket costs, limited benefit packages, and insufficient support for accessibility and reasonable accommodation. 💡♿

With contributions from WHO experts, OPDs, and Member States, the webinar will discuss strategies to strengthen equity through Universal Health Coverage, followed by a panel discussion and live Q&A. 🗣️📊

The event is organized by IDA and WHO, and will be held in English with captioning and interpretation in all UN languages and in International Sign Language. 🌐👐

https://www.who.int/news-room/events/detail/2025/12/03/default-calendar/from-cost-to-investment--financing-health-equity-for-persons-with-disabilities

26/11/2025

🧠💙 Spasticity SIG: A Year of Growth and Global Impact
At , Dr. Rajiv Reebye and Dr. Stefano Carda shared major progress from the Spasticity Special Interest Group — one of the fastest-growing SIGs in ISPRM.

✨ What’s been achieved:
• From zero to 125 members in 35 countries
• Completion of the full ABCD-E training program, developed and piloted with PERDOSRI (Indonesia)
• ISPRM certification now granted for the training modules
• A sustainable train-the-trainer model being launched across Indonesia, with future expansion to Africa and Latin America

📚 Research advancement:
The team is preparing publications based on metrics from webinars and onsite training — and supporting Indonesian colleagues in building their own scientific output.

📖 New launch:
A Spasticity SIG Journal Club beginning February, covering foundational papers like the Modified Ashworth and Tardieu scales.

🤝 New collaboration:
A joint webinar with the Pain SIG, with Prof. Jörg Wissel and Prof. Imamura, exploring links between neuropathic pain and spasticity.

A milestone year — and a big step forward for global spasticity rehabilitation.

🌍 Great opportunity for PRM Specialists & Residents from LMICs!ISPRM is offering the President’s Cabinet Grants to suppo...
25/11/2025

🌍 Great opportunity for PRM Specialists & Residents from LMICs!
ISPRM is offering the President’s Cabinet Grants to support your participation at ISPRM 2026 – Vancouver, May 2026.

💼 The grant covers: registration, accommodation, meals and travel.
📄 You can apply even if your abstract hasn’t been accepted yet!

👉 How to apply:
1️⃣ Check the Grant Rules
2️⃣ Verify your country classification
3️⃣ Download, fill out and submit the form

⏳ Deadline: January 1, 2026
⚠️ Limited spots available — don’t miss out!

LINK: https://isprm.org/isprm-2026-presidents-cabinet-grants/

24/11/2025

🏃‍♂️💙 Physical Activity & Disability SIG – Looking Ahead to Vancouver!
At , Prof. Abderrazak Hajjioui shared the SIG’s plans for the coming year: strengthening governance, expanding projects, publishing new recommendations, and promoting physical activity for persons with disabilities.

💬 “We hope to be strongly present at the next Congress in Vancouver… and we invite all ISPRM members interested in physical activity and disability to join our SIG.”

Join the movement — and help shape the next steps toward inclusive, global rehabilitation. 🌍

21/11/2025

🎗️ Cancer Rehabilitation: A Global Movement

At Marrakesh, the Cancer Rehabilitation SIG shared its inspiring progress over the past year — from launching World Cancer Rehabilitation Day (June 6th) to organizing the 8th Annual Cancer Rehabilitation Workshop.

💬 “With ISPRM’s support, we’re helping professionals worldwide recognize the value of cancer rehabilitation and strengthen programs in their own countries.”

A growing global community, united by care, education, and hope. 💙

📣 ISPRM Leadership Nominations Are Open!ISPRM is now collecting nominations for three key leadership positions—Vice Pres...
20/11/2025

📣 ISPRM Leadership Nominations Are Open!
ISPRM is now collecting nominations for three key leadership positions—Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer—to be elected at the upcoming World Congress in Vancouver in 2026. We invite all eligible members to carefully review the position descriptions and requirements, and, if needed, consult the ISPRM Statutes and Policies & Procedures.
The deadline for submitting nominations is December 15, 2025, at midnight CEST. Candidates should include all required documentation when applying. A confirmation message will be sent once the nomination materials have been received.
Please note that ISPRM regulations do not allow floor nominations and only individuals who are active ISPRM members in 2025 will be considered.
Help shape the future of our global PRM community. 💼🌍

More here: https://isprm.org/isprm-2026-elections-presidents-cabinet/

19/11/2025

💉 Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine in Diabetes Mellitus

At Marrakesh, Prof. Catherine Dziri (Tunisia) delivered a powerful keynote on how rehabilitation medicine plays a key role in preventing, managing, and reducing complications of diabetes — a condition rising rapidly worldwide, especially in low- and middle-income countries.

💬 “We must act at every level — from early detection to tertiary prevention — integrating physical activity, exercise, and lifestyle change into care.”

A call for PRM physicians to lead the fight against diabetes through knowledge, prevention, and active rehabilitation. 🌍💪

⏰✨ We’re almost there!Abstract submissions for CAPMR & ISPRM 2026 close on November 20!If you’re planning to send your R...
18/11/2025

⏰✨ We’re almost there!
Abstract submissions for CAPMR & ISPRM 2026 close on November 20!

If you’re planning to send your Research Study or Case Report, now’s the time to upload it to the official portal.
All accepted abstracts will be showcased as Poster Presentations during the World Congress in Vancouver, 17–21 May 2026 🇨🇦

🎯 Don’t wait — the deadline is approaching fast!
Let’s bring the best of PRM science to 💼📊

LINK: https://isprm2026.eventscribe.net/

ISPRM notes with appreciation that Professor Manoj Sivan, Professor of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine at the Unive...
18/11/2025

ISPRM notes with appreciation that Professor Manoj Sivan, Professor of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine at the University of Leeds and Honorary NHS Consultant at Leeds Teaching Hospitals, has been featured by The BMJ as a Role Model 2025 👏 for his contribution to clinical academia and to the field of Rehabilitation Medicine.

Prof. Sivan has played a significant role in developing academic pathways in PRM in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧, including securing the first NIHR Academic Clinical Fellowship in the specialty. His work encompasses clinical service, research on long-term conditions and post-infection syndromes, as well as mentoring early-career clinicians 🎓.

Link: https://www.bmj.com/content/391/bmj.r2289

17/11/2025

🤝 Renewing global partnerships at Marrakesh 🇲🇦

ISPRM President Prof. Gerard Francisco and ESPRM President Prof. Klemen Grabljevec announced the renewal of the Memorandum of Understanding between the two societies — a commitment to continued collaboration in education, research, and knowledge sharing.

💬 “This partnership will continue to thrive for many years to come.”

Together, ISPRM and ESPRM strengthen the bridge between regions, advancing the mission of rehabilitation medicine worldwide. 🌍✨

🏅 ISPRM 2026 Awards – Nominations are NOW OPEN! 🏅Do you know someone whose work in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine ...
16/11/2025

🏅 ISPRM 2026 Awards – Nominations are NOW OPEN! 🏅
Do you know someone whose work in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine deserves global recognition?
It’s time to nominate them for the ISPRM 2026 Awards, which will be presented live during the ISPRM World Congress in Vancouver, Canada.
The following awards are open for nominations:
• Herman Flax Lifetime Achievement Award
• Sidney Licht Lectureship Award
• Haim Ring Award – Individual
• Haim Ring Award – Institution
• Individual Honor Roll Award
• Individual Honorary Member Award
• Distinguished Researcher Award – Senior
• Distinguished Researcher Award – Early Career
📌 Deadline for nominations:
December 1st, 2025 – 8:00 AM CEST
👉 Please carefully read each award description and requirements, then submit your application using the official links.
For any questions or issues, contact: isprmoffice@aimgroup.eu
Let’s celebrate and spotlight excellence in PRM worldwide! 🌍


https://isprm.org/isprm-2026-awards-open-for-nominations-2/

🌍 Join the ISPRM Cancer Rehabilitation Special Interest Group (SIG)We warmly invite you to become part of the ISPRM Canc...
15/11/2025

🌍 Join the ISPRM Cancer Rehabilitation Special Interest Group (SIG)

We warmly invite you to become part of the ISPRM Cancer Rehabilitation Special Interest Group (SIG) — a global community of clinicians, researchers, and leaders dedicated to advancing cancer rehabilitation worldwide.

Our mission is to:
* Promote global collaboration and knowledge exchange in cancer rehabilitation
* Foster innovation in clinical care, education, and research
* Advocate for the integration of rehabilitation across the cancer care continuum and survivorship care

The Cancer Rehab SIG connects passionate members across all regions and countries to share best practices, develop resources, and strengthen the role of rehabilitation in improving outcomes for people living with and beyond cancer.

💡 Get involved:
Join our growing international network and contribute your expertise, ideas, and energy to shape the future of cancer rehabilitation through ISPRM activities and conferences.

📲🌐 Learn more and sign up at: https://isprm.org/special-interest-groups-sigs/

Together, we can advance global standards and knowledge for cancer rehabilitation care.

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The International Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine (ISPRM) serves as the global agency for Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine (PRM). As a non-governmental organization (NGO) in relation with the World Health Organization (WHO) and other UN agencies, as an international umbrella organization of PRM physicians, and as a catalyst for international PRM research, ISPRM has a humanitarian or civil societal, a professional, and a scientific mandate.

ISPRM aims to continuously improve PRM practice and facilitate PRM input in international health organizations with the goal to contribute to optimal functioning and quality of life of people experiencing disability.

ISPRM hosts an annual World Congress rotating around the globe, below is the schedule of our upcoming Congresses:

ISPRM 2019 - Kobe, Japan