Abstract submissions for the 2023 International Conference are now open. The Conference focus is “Physical activity for health of people with cerebral palsy and other neurological conditions”.
Submissions are being sought for presentations and posters on the topics outlined below. We invite submissions for research-based papers and posters and invite sports and health practitioners and organisations to submit abstracts relating to the policy, practical or clinical considerations of physical activity, exercise and sport in individuals with cerebral palsy, or other neurological conditions.
Submission themes (not an exclusive list)
Understanding of Cerebral Palsy (CP) or other neurological conditions
o Muscle health and functions
o Lifecycle
Sport Science in CP or other neurological conditions
o Exercise physiology
o Sport biomechanics
o Sport psychology
o Injury prevention and management
o Program approaches
Health and Social Science
o Adapted physical activity and exercise
o Therapy and rehabilitation
o Health benefits
o Physical and mental wellbeing
o Intervention programs
Participation and Performance
o Grassroots to podium
o Equipment
o Classification
o Coaching
Conditions including, but not limited to:
∙ Cerebral palsy
∙ Acquired brain injury
∙ Stroke
∙ Traumatic brain injury
∙ Friedreich’s ataxia
∙ Parkinson’s
∙ Dystonia
∙ Multiple Sclerosis
How to Submit
Key Dates
Abstract Submissions Open – Now Open
Early Bird Registrations Open – March 2023
Abstract Submissions Close – 21st April 2023
Early Bird Registrations Close/Full Price Registrations Open – August 2023
Abstract outcome notification – May 2023
Conference Awards
The Conference Scientific Committee are pleased to offer awards for the Best Research Paper, Best Practitioner Presentation and Best Poster, as well as a Student Award.
Who: The recipients of these awards will be the presenter of the paper and the poster that receive the highest score for their abstract and paper or poster presentation.
How: Abstracts will be scored by the Scientific Committee of the 2023 Conference. The authors of the highest scoring abstracts will be short-listed and scored on their presentation or poster at the Conference.
When: The winners will be announced in the Conference closing session
To submit an abstract, please visit our Abstract Submission Form by clicking the link below and entering all required information. All submission guidance is included on this form. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us at conference@cpisra.org.