Scientific Societies
International
Scoliosis Research Society (SRS)
Founded in 1966, the SRS is an international learned society dedicated to the research and treatment of spinal deformities, including scoliosis. It brings together surgeons, researchers and healthcare professionals specializing in orthopedics and rehabilitation.
Website : www.srs.org
International Society on Scoliosis Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation Treatment (SOSORT)
International society focusing on non-surgical treatments for scoliosis, such as physiotherapy and orthotics (corsets). Created in 2004, it encourages research and the improvement of conservative management practices.
Website : www.sosort.org
European Spine Society (EuroSpine)
European society of spine specialists, including orthopedic surgeons, rehabilitation specialists and researchers.
It deals with spinal pathologies, including scoliosis, and promotes scientific exchange in Europe.
Website : www.eurospine.org
Scientific Societies
French
Société Française de Chirurgie Rachidienne (SFCR)
SOFCOT brings together spine surgeons in France, with a strong commitment to scoliosis research and treatment.
It organizes congresses and publishes recommendations on spinal surgery.
Website : www.sfcr.fr
Société Française de Médecine Physique et de Réadaptation (SOFMER)
Se concentre sur la prise en charge non chirurgicale des pathologies rachidiennes, y compris la scoliose, via la rééducation et l’orthopédie.
Elle regroupe médecins, kinésithérapeutes et autres professionnels de la rééducation.
Website : www.sofmer.com
Fondation Cotrel pour la recherche en pathologie rachidienne – Institut de France
Created by Yves Cotrel, a French surgeon renowned for his work on scoliosis and the Cotrel-Dubousset technique (osteosynthesis system for scoliosis correction).
The Fondation Cotrel funds both fundamental and applied research into idiopathic scoliosis worldwide. Each year, it organizes a meeting to enable the teams it supports to share the progress of their work.
Website : www.fondationcotrel.fr
These scientific societies and institutions play a key role in advancing knowledge and treatment of scoliosis, combining surgery, rehabilitation and a multidisciplinary approach.
