Spasticity X
The First International Spasticity Symposium
“Spasticity X” was coined based on a vision to bring together physicians, residents, researchers, industry executives, patients, and others from across the globe grounded in a common interest to ‘X-out’ spasticity to improve the lives of millions.
Over 300 leading minds and up-and-coming stars in spasticity came together for three jam-packed days of learning, collaborating, networking, brainstorming, and fun (yeehaw!). The first Spasticity X cohort hailed from 35 countries – everywhere from Australia to Brazil, from Cameroon to Italy, from Myanmar to the Philippines – and many places in between.
Overarching themes of innovation and diversity emphasized that the spasticity community is stronger together and everyone was encouraged and empowered to bring unique perspectives and experiences to share openly with colleagues and friends.
A Great Success
Spasticity X was spearheaded by renowned spasticity expert and leader, Dr. Gerard Francisco, Chairman and Professor in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) at McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth).
Led, organized, and implemented by the Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP) and endorsed by the International Society of Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine (ISPRM) and local hosts UTHealth and TIRR Memorial Hermann, Spasticity X was held in Dr. Francisco’s beloved hometown, Houston, Texas, October 24 – 26, 2024. This first-ever international, multidisciplinary symposium laser-focused on spasticity was a huge success and a groundbreaking milestone for the field.
What's Next?
The consensus is unanimous – Spasticity X will live on!
Our sights are set on 2027 for the second iteration of this international, multidisciplinary spasticity symposium. The bar is set high, but we are confident Spasticity X 2027 will be even bigger and better. We can’t wait to see what we can accomplish next, together.
Past Symposium Topics
- New Insights in the Pathophysiology of Spasticity
- Technology-based Assessment and Goal-setting
- Spasticity and Pain
- Novel Therapeutics (including cannabinoids and new formulations of existing medications)
- Emerging Neurotoxins
- Physical Modalities
- Novel Neurolytic Techniques
- Central and Peripheral Neuromodulation
- Neuro-orthopedics
- Universal Spasticity Educational Curriculum
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