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International Federation of Sports Physical Therapy

IFSPT is a worldwide Federation representing 40 national sports physical therapy organisations. Join and help us to support all sports physical therapists!

We are the international resource for sports physical therapists, serving people and athletes. IFSPT is a world-wide Federation, recognised as a subgroup of World Physiotherapy (WP). IFSPT is directed towards Member Organizations and their individual members in serving athletes of all ages and abilities through excellence in education, research, practice, and clinical specialisation. The intention of the IFSPT is to be the international resource for Sports Physical Therapists all over the world.

08/08/2025

🌍 Be Part of the Global Sports Physical Therapy Network: Deadline August 25!

The International Federation of Sports Physical Therapy (IFSPT) is the only worldwide federation representing national sports physical therapy organisations recognised by World Physiotherapy.

As a Member Organisation, your group becomes part of a growing community of 40 national bodies committed to advancing sports physical therapy on a global scale. Membership brings international credibility, stronger promotion and recognition, and the chance to collaborate with sports PT leaders across the world. It’s an opportunity to share resources, contribute to strategic projects, and influence the future of education, research, and clinical standards in our profession.

Your members also benefit directly with reduced fees for IFSPT Congresses and other global events. Together, we can promote safe participation in sport and physical activity through excellence in education, research, and practice.

📅 Applications close August 25, don’t miss your chance to join us.
📩 Email treasurer@ifspt.org for all the info!

01/08/2025

📢 Call for Papers – Special Issue in the Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport 🏐🏉🏀

Theme: Injury Prevention in Women’s Team Sports
📅 Submission deadline: December 15, 2025

This Special Issue of the Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport invites original research focused on injury prevention in women’s team sports.

🔍 Scope: We welcome studies exploring injury mechanisms, prevention programs, implementation strategies, and evidence-based interventions aimed at reducing injuries among female team sport athletes.

🧠 Guest Editors:

👩‍⚕️ Dr Andrea Mosler – La Trobe University, Victoria, Australia
👩‍⚕️ Dr Ummukulthoum Bakare – Nigeria Olympic Committee | Nigeria Sports Medicine Association | Sports Physiotherapy Association of Nigeria | Member, Research Committee of the International Federation of Sports Physical Therapy (IFSPT)

📝 Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to a leading journal in sports medicine and help advance athlete health and performance worldwide.

🔗 More information & submission: https://www.sciencedirect.com/special-issue/323532/injury-prevention-in-women-s-team-sports

📨 Submit your manuscript by December 15, 2025

31/07/2025

👤 Meet Your Speaker: Jente Wagemans

Research Director, ARRISE – University of Antwerp (PhD dissertation submitted)

With a Master’s in Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy and years of experience as a researcher and clinician, Jente has helped shape modern approaches to ankle injury recovery. As co-founder of ARRISE and a key researcher at the University of Antwerp, he’s worked with athletes globally, bringing cutting-edge, practical solutions for returning to sport safely and effectively.

💬 Known for making complex science easy to apply, Jente will guide you through criteria-based progressions in ankle sprain rehab which will give you tools you can use in clinic the next day.

📅 4 Sept 2025 | 🕒 18:00 UTC | 💶 €20
🎥 Live + replay | ⏱️ 60 min + 30 min Q&A

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/criteria-based-progressions-in-ankle-sprain-rehabilitation-tickets-1450312837739?aff=oddtdtcreator

25/07/2025

🌟 275 Registered International Sports Physical Therapists
🌍 15,000+ professionals
🤝 40 member organisations

The IFSPT community continues to grow... Connecting organisations, clinicians, researchers and educators who are committed to advancing sports physiotherapy on a global scale.

Thank you to our members for setting the standard and pushing the profession forward!

🔗 Learn more about membership and recognition: https://ifspt.org/membership

17/07/2025

Stay Informed. Stay Confident.

Explore IFSPT’s curated collection of evidence-based resources. From clinical guidelines and position statements to key research articles.

✔️ Developed by expert panels and international organisations
✔️ Practical and applicable to everyday sports physiotherapy practice
✔️ Designed to help you align with current standards and improve care delivery

🔗 Browse now: https://ifspt.org/research/guidelines

14/07/2025

Have you checked out our new website yet? 👀

We’ve made things clearer, fresher, and easier for our global physio community:

🌍 Events
📚 Resources
🤝 Membership info

👉 Explore now: www.ifspt.org

07/07/2025

🚨 Sponsorship Opportunities

We’re delighted to present the opportunity to partner with the International Federation of Sports Physical Therapy as we celebrate 25 years of global impact in sports physiotherapy.

As a sponsor, your organisation will be part of shaping the future of the profession while gaining exposure to a worldwide network of industry leaders, practitioners, and stakeholders.

This is more than a conference sponsorship, it’s a two-year partnership that places your brand at the heart of a global network of sports physio professionals.

You’ll be part of:

✔️ A global virtual conference in Year 1
✔️ A major in-person conference in Bern for Year 2
✔️ Ongoing exposure through campaigns, newsletters, social media, and IFSPT communications

Gold and Platinum sponsors will not only receive enhanced conference benefits but also enjoy continuous global recognition throughout the full term.

📩 Interested in aligning your brand with a global voice in sports physiotherapy?

Get in touch today at marketing@ifspt.org

03/07/2025

IFSPT Webinar #3: Registration Now Open!

Topic: Criteria-Based Progressions in Ankle Sprain Rehabilitation
📅 4 Sept 2025 | 🕒 18:00 UTC | 💶 €20
🎥 Live + replay access | ⏱️ 60 min + 30 min Q&A

Join Drs. Jente Wagemans as he breaks down practical, research-based rehab strategies for lateral ankle sprains from early-stage impairments to sport-specific progressions and return-to-sport criteria.

🔗 Register here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/criteria-based-progressions-in-ankle-sprain-rehabilitation-tickets-1450312837739?aff=oddtdtcreator

02/07/2025

📣 The July issue of IJSPT is out now!

Explore the latest in evidence-based research for sports physical therapy, including clinical insights and practical applications from leading experts.

📰 Volume 20, Issue 7 is available here:
👉 https://ijspt.org/journal-issues/v20n7/

27/06/2025

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for the second IFSPT Webinar! 🙌

We had the pleasure of hosting Dr Rod Whiteley from Aspetar, who took us on a live walkthrough of their Riadh Assessment and Movement Analysis Laboratory (RAMAL) which is a true gold standard in ACL return to sport protocols.

This practical session explored how the RAMAL approach has halved ACL reinjury rates and is now being implemented around the world. Attendees got an exclusive, behind the scenes look at the assessment process, including real time demonstrations that showed why this system is considered a global benchmark.

🎥 Replay access will be available for purchase soon!
📩 If you registered for the webinar, check your inbox soon - your free replay link is on the way!

Details for Webinar #3 are coming soon!

24/06/2025

🚨 TOMORROW! Don’t miss this exclusive IFSPT webinar 🚨

Join Dr Rod Whiteley as he takes you inside the ACL assessment stations at Aspetar’s world-class RAMAL facility in this highly practical and engaging session.

Here’s what you’ll gain:
✅ A clear understanding of the RAMAL protocol and how it has improved ACL outcomes
✅ Insight into the key criteria for safe and confident return-to-sport decisions
✅ Live demonstrations of RAMAL’s structured assessment approach
✅ Practical tips to apply the protocol in your clinical or performance environment

🎥 Live + replay access included
📅 June 25 | ⏰ 15:00 Doha | 12:00 UTC
💶 €20 – all proceeds support IFSPT education

🔗 Register now before it's too late: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/standardised-aclr-assessment-tickets-1372677909579?aff=oddtdtcreator

17/06/2025

🎉 Congratulations to Carlo Ramponi!

Carlo has been recognised by the GISPT group for his outstanding contributions to sports physiotherapy 👏

With 8 years of dedication on the IFSPT board, Carlo continues to play a key role in advancing our field, most recently through his work on the SportsComp project.

Learn more about the project here: https://ifspt.org/erasmus/higher-education-to-improve-competency

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IFSPT is a world-wide Federation, recognised as a subgroup of the World Confederation for Physical Therapy (WCPT), representing national organizations of Sports Physical Therapy. The efforts of IFSPT are directed towards Member Organizations and their individual members in serving athletes of all ages and abilities through excellence in education, research, practice, and clinical specialisation. The intention of the IFSPT is to be the international resource for Sports Physical Therapists all over the world.