Event profile

The I.S.P.O. 20th World Congress, taking place in June 2025 in Stockholm, Sweden, will offer a scientific programme presented by renowned international speakers.

Every two years, the International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics (ISPO) invites professionals involved in the support of persons in need of prosthetic, orthotic, mobility, and assistive devices to its unique and interactive flagship meeting, the ISPO World Congress. The global ISPO community meets to learn about the latest scientific and clinical advances, products, innovative technologies, designs, and materials in prosthetic and orthotic care.

Reaching out to the global community

With a mission to reach the global community, the World Congress travels from region to region.

  • COMING UP: Stockholm, Sweden (2025)
  • Guadalajara, Mexico (2023)
  • Virtual edition with international focus (2021)
  • Kobe, Japan (2019)
  • Cape Town, South Africa (2017)
  • Lyon, France (2015)
  • Hyderabad, India (2013)
  • Leipzig, Germany (2010)
  • Vancouver, Canada (2007)

Meet your colleagues

P&O professionals worldwide are invited to participate in the upcoming congress which is being promoted on every continent by ISPO National Member Societies, partner associations and educational institutions. Interact with ISPO Congress delegates from the following areas:

Professions involved in P&O

  • Prosthetists and Orthotists
  • Rehabilitation Engineers
  • Orthopaedic Shoe Technicians
  • Rehabilitation Technicians
  • Mobility Technicians and Designers
  • Biomechanical Engineers and other Engineers

Medical professions involved in P&O

  • Physiatrists
  • Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • Occupational Therapists
  • Physiotherapists
  • Clinical Psychologists
  • Other related Patient Care Professionals

Other target groups

  • Medical Suppliers, Wholesalers, and Retailers
  • P&O Students
  • Suppliers and Manufacturers
  • Health Insurance and Social Insurance Institutions
  • Other Social Institutions

I.S.P.O. 20th World Congress in Stockholm, Sweden

The I.S.P.O. 20th World Congress, taking place from 16 to 19 June 2025 in Stockholm, Sweden, will offer a high-quality scientific programme presented by renowned international speakers. At the same time, companies from all continents will present their latest products and innovations in the international exhibition.

Impressions of ISPO 19th World Congress 2023