ISCoS News and Media
Exciting News! ISCoS Members Intranet Launch
On December 20, 2023, we successfully launched the ISCoS Members’ Private Intranet.
This dynamic portal is designed to facilitate seamless connections among our SCI care members and foster collaboration, encourage the exchange of insights, and provide a platform for posing questions privately empowering our members to engage meaningfully within our global community of professionals.
Stay well-informed about exclusive events, conferences, and webinars to ensure you don’t miss out on valuable opportunities for networking and professional development.
We invite you to explore the numerous features and benefits of our new ISCoS Members’ Intranet, designed to enhance your experience and connectivity within our vibrant community.
We look forward to you being part of this exciting journey – new era of ISCoS community!
Our History with the Paralympic Games
Did you know? ISCoS Founder Sir Professor Ludwig Guttmann conceptualised the very first paralympic games on 29 July 1948, alongside the London Olympic Games.
Guttmann single-handedly revolutionised the rehabilitation of patients with spinal cord injuries, who were only believed to have a two-year life expectancy post-injury.
His passionate instance of movement, craft and sport allowed Guttmann’s patients to not only outlive their projection, but instead thrive despite their disability.
“He changed my world out of all recognition because he gave me so much more confidence, I knew I was an equal to anybody.” – Caz Walton, 10 time Paralympic Gold Medalist
Conceived as ‘The Stoke Mandeville Games’, Guttmann’s legacy was brought to the world-stage in 1960 as Italy introduced the first official Paralympic Games in Rome. Uniting 400 athletes from 23 countries, this event became the centre point for disabled individuals from all walks of life.
Explore our webinars and podcast series brought to you by the International Spinal Cord Society (ISCoS) in partnership with Wellspect®
Series of webinars brought to you by ISCoS
Our webinar series will build upon our existing podcast series. With the SCI Care: What Really Matters series of webinars and podcasts, we engage with experts from around the world to discuss various topics relating to SCI: including treatment and rehabilitation, awareness and prevention, research and innovation, training and development. We aim to provide valuable insights and the most up to date information for those providing care to people with SCI around the world.
Podcast Series brought to you by ISCoS
Our podcast series will build upon our existing podcast offerings. With the SCI Care: What Really Matters series of podcasts, we connect with experts from around the globe to explore a wide range of topics related to spinal cord injury (SCI). These include treatment and rehabilitation, awareness and prevention, research and innovation, as well as training and development. Our goal is to deliver valuable insights and the latest information to those dedicated to providing exceptional care for individuals with SCI worldwide.
International Regional Symposia
We organize regional symposia to advance spinal cord injury (SCI) care globally. These events are designed to bring the most impactful elements of ISCoS research and education to regions where SCI services and resources are critically needed. By focusing on areas identified for strengthening, our symposia aim to enhance local expertise and support systems.
The ISCoS community is dedicated to disseminating cutting-edge knowledge and research to elevate the standard of SCI care. Our goal is to improve the quality of life for individuals with spinal cord injuries through comprehensive and collaborative efforts. Each symposium serves as a platform for sharing the latest advancements and fostering a global network committed to excellence in SCI care.
