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Thousands running free from clubfoot

Every month, in 18 countries, our 330 clubfoot clinics receive over 6,000 visits from children who have been afflicted with clubfoot. Congenital clubfoot is the most common birth defect of the musculoskeletal system and is estimated to affect nearly 1 in every 750 births worldwide. In many low- and middle-income countries, treatment is unavailable, and these children face a lifetime of disability.

Thankfully, a relatively inexpensive treatment is available. The gold standard of clubfoot treatment, the Ponseti method, can be broken down into three phases: casting, tenotomy, and bracing. Over the first six-to-eight weeks, the child is brought to our clinic on a weekly basis,…

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 Thousands running free from clubfoot

The program is established and growing in many countries. We have gained traction, but there are still many countries where treatment is unavailable. It is for this reason that we press on to see all children running free of clubfoot.

Association of Bone and Joint Surgeons

The purpose of the ABJS is to disseminate orthopaedic knowledge through its annual meeting and its official journal, Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research.

Clinical Orthopaedic Society

The Clinical Orthopaedic Society was founded in 1912, and as such is the 2nd oldest Orthopaedic Society in the United States. From our members came a significant portion of the core body which created the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.

Computer Assisted Orthopaedic Surgery

CAOS UK hopes to be a medium for exchange of ideas that promote our understanding of human biomechanics using the ideas and technologies from a wide spectrum of expertise. CAOS is a product of collaboration of people many skills with the single aim of providing better treatment of our patients.

J. Robert Gladden Orthopaedic Society

The mission of the JRGOS is to increase diversity in the orthopaedic profession, improve musculoskeletal patient care by improving culturally competent care and eliminate musculoskeletal health care disparities in underserved groups.

Orthopaedic Research and Education Foundation

OREF is an independent, 501(c)(3) organization that raises funds to support research and education on diseases and injuries of bones, joints, nerves, and muscles. OREF-funded research and education enhance clinical care, leading to improved health, increased activity, and a better quality of life for patients.

Orthopaedic Research Society

The ORS is a vital link in a partnership to deliver the best orthopaedic treatment possible.

Orthopaedic Trauma Association

The mission of the Orthopaedic Trauma Association (OTA) is to promote excellence in care for the injured patient, through provision of scientific forums and support of musculoskeletal research and education of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the public.

Ruth Jackson Orthopaedic Society

The Ruth Jackson Orthopaedic Society (RJOS) is the oldest surgical women's organization incorporated in the United States which continues to grow and welcome new members of both genders. The purpose of the Society and organization is to promote the professional growth and leadership of female orthopaedic surgeons and advances the science and practice of orthopaedic surgery among women.

The CORE Institute

The CORE Institute... Center for Orthopedic Research and Education has established a nationally recognized orthopedic institute with a research focus in molecular biology, biomechanics and motion analysis of musculoskeletal diseases and injuries.

The Society for Back Pain Research

The Society for Back Pain Research was formed in 1971 to promote the study of all clinical and scientific aspects of spinal pain, including the neck, and to encourage research into its causes, treatment and prevention.

World Orthopaedic Concern UK

World Orthopaedic Concern (WOC) is a charitable organisation dedicated to improving the standard of orthopaedic, trauma and reconstructive surgery in developing countries.

Arthroscopy Association of North America

The goal of the Association is to promote, encourage, support and foster through continuing medical education functions, the development and dissemination of knowledge in the discipline of arthroscopic surgery.

Association of Children's Prosthetic-Orthotic Clinics

The Association of Children's Prosthetic-Orthotic Clinics is an association of professionals who are involved in clinics providing prosthetic-orthotic care for children with limb loss or orthopaedic disabilities.

Fragility Fracture Network

To optimise globally the multidisciplinary management of the patient with a fragility fracture, including secondary prevention.

Gait and Clinical Movement Analysis Society

GCMAS is a multi-disciplinary organization of physicians, allied health professionals, engineers, biomechanists and scientists working together to advance scientific knowledge, technical capabilities, and clinical practice in the field of human movement.

International Federation of Societies for Surgery of the Hand

This Federation was formed in 1966 for the purpose of coordinating the activities of the various Societies for Surgery of the Hand throughout the world and in this way to increase and spread knowledge of surgery of the hand.

International Federation of Sports Medicine

The International Federation of Sports Medicine/Fédération Internationale de Médécine du Sport (FIMS) was established in 1928, shortly after the first of the modern Olympic Games was held. FIMS is a structured and well-organised association, strongly committed to the promotion of the study and development of sports medicine throughout the world.

International Osteoporosis Foundation

The International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) is a registered not-for-profit, non-governmental foundation based in Switzerland. IOF has been granted Roster Consultative Status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations. IOF functions as a global alliance of patient societies, research organizations, healthcare professionals and international companies working to promote bone, muscle and joint health.

International Research Society of Spinal Deformities

The International Research Society of Spinal Deformities (IRSSD) was established in 1994 to advance the study and research into Spinal Deformities for the public benefit.

International Society for Hip Arthroscopy

ISHA’s role is to provide a focal point for its further development, to be a Society whose vision, as we highlight above, is to be the premier international society for education and research in arthroscopic hip surgery.

International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery

ISASS is an international, scientific and educational society organized to discuss and assess existing strategies and innovative ideas in the clinical and basic sciences related to spine surgery to enhance patient care.

International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine

An international society of surgeons established to advance the worldwide exchange and dissemination of education, research and patient care in arthroscopy, knee surgery and orthopaedic sports medicine.

International Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology

SICOT is an international non-profit association incorporated under Belgian law with the aim to advance the science and art of orthopaedics and traumatology at an international level and to foster and develop teaching, research and education.

International Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine

Our mission is to be the pre-eminent scientific and educational international society for practitioners in the field of physical and rehabilitation medicine and to improve the knowledge, skills and attitudes of physicians in the understanding of the pathodynamics and management of impairments and disabilities.

International Society of Prosthetics and Orthotics

ISPO is an interdisciplinary society for professionals working in the fields of Prosthetics and Orthotics and in the associated areas of Rehabilitation. Its aim is to improve the standard of care in these fields by promoting dialogue, disseminating information, and setting and monitoring standards of training.

Musculoskeletal Tumor Society

The Musculoskeletal Tumor Society will advance the science of orthopaedic oncology and promote high standards of patient care through excellence in education and research.

National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases

The mission of the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases is to support research into the causes, treatment, and prevention of arthritis and musculoskeletal and skin diseases; the training of basic and clinical scientists to carry out this research; and the dissemination of information on research progress in these diseases.

Physician Assistants in Orthopaedic Surgery

PAOS is a professional organization dedicated to providing common direction for PAs in orthopaedics.

Society of Military Orthopaedic Surgeons

The purpose of the Society of Military Orthopaedic Surgeons (SOMOS) is to provide a forum for the interchange of medical knowledge as it relates to the practice of Orthopaedic surgery in the military. SOMOS shall hold at least one general meeting each year. This meeting shall be primarily of a scientific nature.

The Knee Society

Purposes of the Knee Society -To advance the knowledge of the knee joint in health and disease. -To provide an appropriate educational setting that will maintain the highest level of professional standards in order to promote continuous advancement in professional knowledge and improved treatment of disorders of the knee. -To create an optimum environment to enhance education, research and treatment of arthritis of the knee joint. -To promote and maintain professional standards to provide the best care to patients with arthritic disorders of the knee joint.

Veterinary Orthopedic Society

The objectives of the organization shall be to provide for the association of persons engaged in the practice, teaching, or research in the area of orthopedics for the presentation and discussion of items of common interest, to further scientific investigation, and to upgrade the specialty of orthopedics in order to provide better patient care.

American Academy of Neurological and Orthopaedic Surgeons

The Academy was founded in 1977 in order to improve the quality of care for patients requiring expertise in these two major surgical specialties by setting high standards for training, credentialing, peer review and ongoing surgical education.

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

Founded in 1933, the Academy is the preeminent provider of musculoskeletal education to orthopaedic surgeons and others in the world.

American Association of Hip & Knee Surgeons

Established in 1991, the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons is committed to its mission of providing educational opportunities to its members.

American Association of Orthopaedic Medicine

The American Association of Orthopaedic Medicine (AAOM) is a not-for-profit organization, which provides information and educational programs on the accurate diagnosis and comprehensive nonsurgical treatment of musculoskeletal problems.

American Association of Tissue Banks

Since its beginning, the AATB has been dedicated to improving and saving lives by promoting the safety, quality and availability of donated human tissue. To fulfill that mission, the AATB publishes standards and accredits tissue banks. It certifies personnel and operates a tissue network. The association also interacts with regulatory agencies and conducts educational meetings.

American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons

The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) is a professional society of more than 6,800 foot and ankle surgeons. Founded in 1942, ACFAS seeks to promote the art and science of foot, ankle and related lower extremity surgery; address the concerns of foot and ankle surgeons; ensure superb patient care; and advance and improve standards of education and surgical skill.

American Orthopaedic Association

At the AOA's core are the solid and consistent ideals of its mission: "To identify, develop, engage and recognize leadership to further the art and science of orthopaedics". Founded in 1887, the AOA is the oldest and most distinguished orthopaedic association in the world. It has been the parent of several major orthopaedic organizations.

American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society

The American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society is a medical specialty society whose members are orthopaedic surgeons specializing in surgical and medical treatment of injuries, diseases, and other conditions of the foot and ankle.

American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine

Welcome to the website of the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM), a world leader in sports medicine education, research, communication, and fellowship. Founded in 1972, AOSSM is an international organization of orthopaedic surgeons and other allied health professionals dedicated to sports medicine.

American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons

Through educational programs and by encouraging research, the organization seeks to foster and advance the science and practice of shoulder and elbow care. The American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES) is a society made up of leading national and international Orthopaedic surgeons who specialize in surgery of the shoulder and elbow.

American Society for Bone and Mineral Research

The American Society for Bone and Mineral Research (ASBMR) is a professional, scientific and medical society established to bring together clinical and experimental scientists involved in the study of bone and mineral metabolism.

American Society for Surgery of the Hand

Founded in 1946, the American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH) is the oldest medical specialty society in the United States devoted to continuing medical education related to hand surgery. ASSH members are hand surgeons and medical professional who specialize in the treatment of hand and upper extremity related conditions. The mission of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH) is to advance the science and practice of hand surgery through education, research, and outreach.

American Society of Orthopedic Professionals

The American Society of Orthopedic Professionals was started by and for allied professionals working in an orthopedic environment. Our goals are to promote continuing education for our membership and raise awareness of the importance of the orthopedic allied professional.

American Society of Spine Radiology

The American Society of Spine Radiology was founded as a subspecialty society under the auspices of the American Society of Neuroradiology (ASNR). The ASSR has produced and supported educational programs and practicums on spine imaging and intervention that have strengthened the practice of spine radiology.

British Association for Surgery of the Knee

The Association was set up in the early 1980's to represent the knee surgeons within Britain. Since then it has grown to become one of the largest surgical subspecialist organisations, which brings together knee surgeons with the single aim of improving their patient's care. The Association provides a forum for research, education and advises on healthcare management for all aspects of knee surgery.

British Association of Spine Surgeons

BASS actively promotes the study of spinal disorders with particular attention to the surgical treatment of spinal disease and disorders.

British Association of Sports and Exercise Medicine

BASEM is a members organization, discrete from the Faculty of Sport and Exercise Medicine focused on the promotion of the speciality and the education of its members. BASEM recognizes the need to integrate the whole of the Sport and Exercise Medicine Community from consultants to general practitioners with more than a specialist knowledge, to those helping out at the sports club at weekends.

British Elbow & Shoulder Society

We are one of the largest and most successful sub-specialty societies with thriving educational and scientific activities including travelling fellowships, research grants, treatment guidelines, multi-centre clinical trials and our annual meeting.

British Hip Society

The object of the Society is to provide a forum for the discussion of research, advances in clinical practice and the results of surgical procedures pertaining to the hip joint.

British Limb Reconstruction Society

The BLRS was founded in 1997 with the object of bringing together surgeons and allied professionals involved in the management of congenital and aquired deformities of the upper and lower limbs, reconstruction of post traumatic limb defects and limb equalisation techniques. The Society aims to advance education and research in the field of limb reconstruction and holds regular scientific meetings and training courses.

British Orthopaedic Association

The BOA is the professional association for trauma and orthopaedic surgeons in the United Kingdom and those abroad who have had orthopaedic training in the UK or who show a continuing interest in the affairs of the Association.

British Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society

BOFAS has grown into one of the larger subspecialist societies of the BOA and considers itself to be a friendly, dynamic and progressively thinking society with the deep-rooted ideals of promoting the study of, research into and propagation of knowledge in foot and ankle surgery.

British Orthopaedic Research Society

The British Orthopaedic Research Society (BORS) is a multidisciplinary association founded in 1961 and devoted to pursuing research relevant to orthopaedic and musculoskeletal surgery.

British Orthopaedic Sports Trauma and Arthroscopy Association

The objectives of the association are to provide a forum for the presentation of basic research, advances in clinical practice and the results of surgical procedures pertaining to orthopaedic sports trauma and to improve the care offered by orthopaedic surgeons to the victims of injuries sustained during sport.

British Orthopaedic Trainees Association

The British Orthopaedic Trainees Association, BOTA, was set up under the direction of Mr Richard Rawlins in 1987 following a meeting in Oxford when 45 Senior Registrars met at a symposium entitled 'Planning a career in Orthopaedic Surgery'. It subsequently became affiliated to the British Orthopaedic Association. We use our website to act as a conduit for communication between trainees and to alert the trainees to educational opportunities available to them either as courses or useful websites.

British Scoliosis Society

The British Scoliosis Society represents surgeons, healthcare workers and researchers interested in the nature of and treatment of scoliosis and complex spine disorders.

British Society for Children's Orthopaedic Surgery

The Society was founded in 1984 with the aim of promoting Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgery in the UK and is affiliated to the British Orthopaedic Association (BOA), The European Paediatric Orthopaedic Society (EPOS) and the Paediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America (POSNA).

British Society for Surgery of the Hand

BSSH is the information and education body for Hand Surgery in the UK. We strive to improve the care of patients who suffer from hand injuries and hand disorders through education and research, and by promoting and directing the development of Hand Surgery.

British Society of Skeletal Radiologists

The BSSR is the premier organisation for musculoskeletal radiologists in the UK and a special interest group of the Royal College of Radiologists. The society holds regular educational meetings and provides a national forum for discussion of issues relating to musculoskeletal radiology imaging and practice.

British Trauma Society

Welcome to the British Trauma Society's internet web site. The BTS is an active society formed to promote education and research in the care of the injured. The society is multidisciplinary and welcomes members from all specialities involved in the care of trauma patients, including allied healthcare professionals and medical students.

Canadian Orthopaedic Association

Ever since its inception, the COA has enjoyed an international reputation. Liaison officers are appointed to participate in and maintain our affiliation with national and worldwide orthopaedic institutions. The COA maintains close ties with the Royal College. The training, education and qualification of orthopaedic surgeons have been within the purview of both our Association and the College.

Canadian Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society

Through education, research, and clinical care the Canadian Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society is committed to promoting excellence in foot and ankle care across Canada

Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation

Founded in 1965, the Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation is a national registered charity powered by a professional staff and network of over 300 volunteers. The Foundation is Canada's only health charity dedicated solely to helping people maintain and restore their bone and joint, or orthopaedic, health.

Canadian Orthopaedic Residents Association

The purpose of the Canadian Orthopaedic Residents Association shall be to foster and promote research and education in the field of Orthopaedic Surgery, to organize and institute the CORA Annual General Meeting and Research Symposium, to represent the interests and concerns of the CORA to the COA, and to promote and direct improvements in the Residency training programs.

Canadian Orthopaedic Trauma Society

We are a group of Canadian Orthopaedic Association members who have banded together to perform randomized prospective multicentre trauma research studies. There are currently more than ten studies ongoing, supported by industry grants and peer-reviewed grants from numerous organizations. COTS research has received some of the highest praise and presentation acceptance associated with orthopaedic outcome research.

Canadian Society of Orthopaedic Technologists

The Objectives of the CSOT The Canadian Society of Orthopaedic Technologists was founded in 1972 to develop and administer a registration programme for the profession. The objectives of the Society are: -To promote and develop training programmes for those persons interested in the profession of orthopaedic technology. -To promote and maintain such professional standards as will make a constructive contribution to the science of medicine and the community...

European Federation of National Associations of Orthopaedics and Traumatology

The European Federation of National Associations of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (EFORT) is the platform organisation linking Europe‘s national orthopaedic associations. Its aims reflect the will of all the participating associations to promote the exchange of scientific knowledge and experience in the field of prevention and both the conservative and surgical treatment of diseases and injuries concerning the musculo-skeletal system.

European Foot and Ankle Society

The aims of the society are to promote the development of foot and ankle surgery and to advance education, study and research in this specialty. EFAS will meet its goal of advancement of the science and education in foot and ankle pathology, conservative and surgical treatment, offering practising physicians, residents and fellows instructional courses, seminars and symposia, international congresses as well as close collaboration and team learning programs to other medical and selected paramedical disciplines.

European Orthopaedic Research Society

To promote research and development in orthopaedic surgery and related sciences in Europe through interdisciplinary coordination, exchange of scientific and technical experience, and education.

European Paediatric Orthopaedic Society

Our mission is to increase the quality of care of children with orthopaedic conditions. This goal is helped by increasing the communication between profesionals dealing with the child, improving the education of those interested in the child care and sharing and difunding the advances in knowledge.

European Society for Shoulder and Elbow Rehabilitation

The European Society for Shoulder and Elbow Rehabilitation is made up of health professionals who specialise or have an interest in the field of shoulder & elbow dysfunction.

European Society for Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy

ESSKA is the European Society for Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy. We bring together the practitioners, the orthopaedics and surgeons, and their various societies. We foster the sharing of research, of practical techniques and experience. We organise courses, conferences and fellowship programmes. We publish a prestigious monthly journal, books and a newsletter, to keep our members at the forefront of developments. Our online education is becoming sophisticated and powerful. In all this, ESSKA’s aim is to improve our patients’ quality-of-life, by improving the quality of their treatment.

European Society for Trauma and Emergency Surgery

The Society is an umbrella organisation of 10 national societies. The mandate of the European Society is to optimise the quality of care for trauma victims in Europe through the intensive exchange of ideas, organisation of joint events, and representation of the interests of trauma surgery vis-à-vis the European authorities. http://estesonline.org/images/pdf.gif The history of ESTES

International Chinese Musculoskeletal Research Society

Founded in August 1994 at Sun Valley, Idaho, the International Chinese Musculoskeletal Research Society (ICMRS, renamed from the International Chinese Hard Tissue Society, known as ICHTS) is a non-profit professional organization, striving to facilitate the exchange of ideas and to promote collaboration among scientists in the fields of musculoskeletal research.

Irish Orthopaedic Association

The Irish Orthopaedic Association developed from the Irish Orthopaedic Club which had it's inaugural meeting in Dr Steevens Hospital, Dublin, on 9th December 1950. The Association has expanded considerably over the past 20 years and continues to provide an All Ireland forum for clinical and scientific debateThe upcoming.

North American Spine Society

NASS is a global multidisciplinary medical society that utilizes education, research and advocacy to foster the highest quality, ethical, value- and evidence-based spine care for patients.

Paediatric Orthopaedic Society of India

The Paediatric Orthopaedic Society of India was inaugurated in Mumbai in 1994. The objectives were to get together professionals interested in pediatric orthopaedics on a common platform and to serve as an academic body for facilitating exchange of knowledge and technology relevant to pediatric orthopaedics.

Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America

The Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America (POSNA) has as its mission the development and implementation of the highest quality education of pediatric orthopaedists thereby assuring the best possible care of musculoskeletal pediatric patients.

Western Orthopaedic Association

The mission of the Western Orthopaedic Association is to help ensure that people in the western region of the United States receive high quality ethical care by providing orthopaedists with educational programs, opportunities to foster collegiality and ways to influence health policy.

Zimmer Biomet

At Zimmer Biomet, we pursue exceptional outcomes. Our innovations help treat patients suffering from disorders of, or injuries to, bones, joints or supporting soft tissues. Alongside some of the world's top healthcare professionals, we help deliver new possibilities to patients.