Conference programme 2026

Walk away knowing exactly how to turn today into real growth & not just another day of passive learn ...

Hidden in plain sight: the biopsychosocial impact of breast weight Stowed away for too long: where p ...

Pain erects a brick wall between us and the outside world. At the same time, it prevents us from bre ...

   

Musculoskeletal (MSK) practice is shaped by a set of often unspoken norms — sensory, cognitive, comm ...

Chronic widespread pain can be caused by a variety of diagnosis, well beyond Fibromyalgia or Rheumat ...

An interactive session introducing a coaching-based approach to clinical sessions.

Share learnings and reflections from Paris 2024 Paralympic Games Complex problem solving with para a ...

David’s presentation will consider the latest evidence based approaches for the management and rehab ...

Join Ben as he peeks behind the curtain of if and how exercise helps people with back pain.   Using ...

Your therapists are clinically great, yet patients still stop attending sooner than they should, and ...

Thomas shares his personal journey from career-threatening injury to building The Turmeric Co., expl ...

- Understanding perimenopause and menopause exercise challenges - Strength training for bone health ...

Building on last year’s message that children are not small adults, this session will use real‑world ...

Many clinic owners work incredibly hard but still lack confidence when it comes to understanding the ...

• How to tell the difference between education that builds real clinical value and education that ma ...

 The most uncomfortable question in running rehab: “Am I ready to run again?” For many clinicians, r ...

Many behaviour change techniques exist, but they are not all equal or should be used at the same tim ...

This presentation explores Magnetic Resonance Therapy (MBST) as an innovative, non-invasive treatmen ...

Low back pain in youth athletes is most commonly caused by a lumbar bone stress injury rarely seen i ...

Current understanding of tendon injury aetiology, diagnosis and the relationship with load. Practica ...

Building a successful clinic isn't just about employing good people—it's about creating an environme ...

In today's evidence-driven healthcare environment, objective measurement is becoming essential for e ...

Proposed new aetiology of Morton's neuroma Clinical audit data to demonstrate how joint manipulation ...

In this session, Orla will provide an overview of Motivational Interviewing (MI) and how it applies ...

Neck and head pain is a significant global health burden, with predictions to increase over the next 30 years. Evidence regarding current practice suggests low confidence and errors in assessing for red flags, and sub-optimal management and rehabilitation. This talk will provide the knowledge and skills needed to enhance delegates clinical approach to people with head and neck pain.

Artificial intelligence is already beginning to influence the way musculoskeletal care is delivered, ...

This talk will examine similarities and differences between adolescent and adult PFP. It will also explore similarites and differences between adult non-OA and OA PFJ problems. Evidence will underpin the talk together with Claire's clinical practice working exclusively in the patellofemoral field for the last 20 years. Claire will also reference and draw on her own published research and how this may influence clinical practice.

For application within clinical or gym-based settings, learn how to use simple functional screening ...

Understand the demands on the pelvic floor and abdominal wall with the transition into and beyond pr ...

There is so much 'noise' about testing... and rightly so! Objective data provides clarity, motivatio ...

Scar tissue is an inevitable consequence of injury and surgery, yet scar massage remains inconsisten ...

This presentation provides an evidence based overview of scar management, combining current research with practical clinical application. Attendees will explore the physiology of scar formation and healing, the potential impact scars can have on pain, function, movement, and quality of life and the importance of recognising scar related dysfunction. The session will cover effective assessment techniques, treatment options, and emerging approaches to scar rehabilitation, with a particular focus on postnatal and surgical scarring. Drawing on clinical experience and current PhD research, the presentation will highlight recent developments in the field and discuss how clinicians can integrate scar management into everyday practice. Attendees will leave with greater confidence in assessing and treating scars to improve patient outcomes.

Chronicity of pain is common and complex and means that treatment does not always lead to change in ...

A practical approach to clinical reasoning using a real case  Learn how to structure exercise prescr ...

A practical approach to clinical reasoning using a real case  Learn how an assessment and management ...

A keynote lecture exploring the current challenges and common frustrations in managing spine related ...

• What professional standards actually are, and why they matter more than badges, buzzwords, and pop ...

Is your clinic generating more revenue each year, yet leaving you with less profit than you expected ...

The Problem with Current Approaches: Why traditional falls prevention programs only address 50% of t ...

Strength gains don't require a fully equipped gym. This highly interactive, 90% practical session will show you how to effectively apply the principles of progressive overload using minimal equipment in both rehabilitation and performance settings. You'll learn what progressive overload is, why it's essential for strength and hypertrophy, and how patient response—not just the exercise prescription—should guide your clinical decision-making. Through live demonstrations and hands-on practice, you'll explore exercises that can be easily progressed or regressed, helping you confidently adapt training to the individual in front of you. By the end of the session, you'll have a clearer understanding of strength training dosage, practical progression strategies, and simple ways to challenge patients with limited resources. Expect plenty of movement, discussion, and real-world application in a fun and engaging learning environment.

Sub-acromial pain remains one of the most common, contested and clinically challenging presentations ...

We’ll explore why the part that matters most is the part we assess least. Most women will experience ...

LESS IS MORE. Work smarter, not harder. Let the singing bowls do the work. Take also care of yoursel ...

This session explores why traditional rehabilitation approaches may fall short for hypermobile patients and introduces evidence-informed strategies for safer, effective rehabilitation. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of hypermobility and connective tissue disorders, and evidence-informed tools to support rehabilitation outcomes.

The limits of pain science in real world MSK-practice depends on how science-based you want to be Wh ...

Discover how the Lojer Manuthera 242 Mobilisation Table helps therapists work more safely, precisely ...

Discover how the Lojer Manuthera 242 Mobilisation Table helps therapists work more safely, precisely ...

In healthcare, we often separate good clinical practice from good business. In reality, the most suc ...

Most clinic owners did not set out to become full-time admin firefighters. In this session, Ben Boul ...

Discover a framework to decode the shoulder: actor, reactor, or mastermind of movement Integrate the ...

By the end of this talk, the attendee will be able to spot the incentives behind wellness claims; re ...

With an estimated 2 million people in Great Britain using weight loss injections, understanding their potential impact on bone density, muscle mass, strength and pain is vital for clinicians. New research is constantly emerging. This talk will go beyond the headlines to explore how weight loss injections can impact bones, muscles and joints and why this matters for patients and the care of their musculo-skeletal system. The mechanisms for this and how it differs from traditional weight loss methods will be discussed. As well as drawbacks, research on potential benefits for joint and cardiovascular health, how this differs from traditional weight loss methods and why maintaining muscle mass is crucial for weight loss therapy efficacy and weight management will be presented. Practical information on how to maintain and improve bone density, muscle strength, joint pain and metabolic health whilst using weight loss injections will also be presented.

*An interactive session for understanding complex, unclear and multifactorial paediatric MSK present ...

Session highlights Pain is not a simple damage meter Movement is an output of the nervous system Sen ...

This keynote is designed as a practical, accessible session for physiotherapists, sports clinicians and multidisciplinary teams. The session will help attendees make sense of why some clients recover, adapt or progress differently, even when their training or rehabilitation plan appears well matched. It will introduce awareness of nutrigenomics, stress physiology and trauma-informed practice as additional layers for understanding recovery, resilience and performance. The emphasis will be on practical insight, professional reflection and thoughtful integration within existing rehabilitation, resilience and performance frameworks.

Session highlights Visual and vestibular systems help organise posture, tone, balance and movement T ...

You're constantly answering questions, solving problems and making decisions. Your team is growing, ...