Welcome Message from the Symposium Chair

Dear Colleagues,

It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the International Symposium on Sports Physiotherapy and Science (INT-SSPS 2026), which will take place virtually on 26–27 March 2026. The symposium aims to bring together leading researchers, clinicians, and professionals from around the globe to exchange knowledge and discuss the most recent scientific and clinical advances in sports physiotherapy and science.

The scientific programme of INT-SSPS 2026 features a distinguished group of internationally recognised scientists and clinicians who have made significant contributions to sports physiotherapy, medicine and science. We are honoured to host speakers from leading institutions across Europe, Asia, Australia, and North America.

During the symposium, attendees will participate in lectures covering essential topics, including but not limited to injury prevention, neuromuscular adaptations, athlete welfare, rehabilitation strategies, muscle and tendon structures, musculoskeletal imaging technologies, and performance optimisation. By hosting renowned researchers and clinicians, the event aims to promote valuable scientific discussions, inspire the generation of new evidence, and advance evidence-based practices in sports physiotherapy and science.

International collaboration continues to be vital for scientific progress. We hope that INT-SSPS 2026 will offer an inspiring platform for learning, discussion, and the development of future research partnerships.

On behalf of the organising committee, I would like to sincerely thank all speakers, participants, and partner institutions for their valuable support and contributions.

We look forward to welcoming you to INT-SSPS 2026.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Gokhan YAGIZ

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Gokhan YAGIZ

Chair of the Symposium

Invited Scientists and Experts

Prof. Dr. Deborah FALLA

Prof. Dr. Jessica ORCHARD

Prof. Dr. Evert VERHAGEN

Prof. Dr. Eamon DELAHUNT

Prof. Dr. Øyvind SANDBAKK

Prof. Dr. Patrick MCKEON

Prof. Dr. Linzette MORRIS

Prof. Dr. Christine CHAPPARD

Prof. Dr. Hironobu KURUMA

Prof. Dr. Nevin ATALAY GUZEL

Prof. Dr. Necmiye UN YILDIRIM

Prof. Dr. Derya OZER KAYA

Prof. Dr. Gul BALTACI

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hans-Peter KUBIS

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Gokhan YAGIZ

Asst. Prof. Dr. Jun UMEHARA

Asst. Prof. Dr. Ko YANASE

Asst. Prof. Dr. Eva URŠEJ

Dr. PT. Georgios KAKAVAS

Asst. Prof. Dr. Ersagun KEPIR

Asst. Prof. Dr. Ayca ARACI

MSc. PT. Sena ADANIR

MSc. PT. Mustafa Fatih CETINTAS

MSc. PT. Gokhan Mehmet KARATAY

Sessions Chairs

Prof. Dr. Hironobu KURUMA

Prof. Dr. Serdar ELER

Prof. Dr. Seyit CITAKER

Prof. Dr. Nevin ATALAY GUZEL

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Gokhan YAGIZ

Asst. Prof. Dr. Jun UMEHARA

Asst. Prof. Dr. Nurel BELLUR

Dr. Mustafa Cem TURKMEN

INT-SSPS 2026

Uniting international experts to advance sports physiotherapy and science through comprehensive research and clinical excellence.

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from Thirteen Different Countries

Twenty-four Renowned Speakers