The UAE sports medicine event, the 38th World Congress of Sports Medicine, was inaugurated by His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council. Organized by the International Federation of Sports Medicine (FIMS), this prestigious gathering has attracted renowned sports scientists and health professionals from around the world. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai, the event runs from 25 to 27 October at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
Gathering of Global Experts in Sports Medicine
This year’s UAE sports medicine event unites experts from various fields, including orthopaedic surgery, physiotherapy, sports psychology, and biomechanics. Organized with support from the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), the Emirates Physiotherapy Society, and the Emirates Society of Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine, the event highlights the UAE’s role in advancing global sports science. In his opening speech, Sheikh Mansoor expressed appreciation for the Congress Scientific Committee’s efforts to select topics that enhance sports medicine practices worldwide.
Sheikh Mansoor noted the event’s large attendance, reflecting the global interest in sports medicine. He emphasized that hosting such a congress underscores the UAE’s growth in sports science and its commitment to world-class event management.
National Sports Strategy 2031 and Innovation in Health Promotion
The UAE National Olympic Committee (NOC), led by the Sports Medicine Committee, aligns the UAE sports medicine event with the National Sports Strategy 2031. This congress will feature sessions on emerging topics in athlete care, from sports injury rehabilitation to artificial intelligence applications in sports. Dr. Hashel Al Tunaiji, Chairman of the Sports Medicine Committee of the UAE NOC, highlighted that the congress serves as a platform to promote broader health initiatives.
As part of this year’s program, the first-ever Global Alliance Day for the Promotion of Physical Activity will be held. This event emphasizes the UAE NOC’s dedication to promoting health-focused activities within communities, aligning with its commitment to improving overall public well-being through sport.
Innovation in Athlete Care and Sports Science
With over 130 speakers and 16 sessions, the UAE sports medicine event explores groundbreaking innovations in sports injury treatment and athlete performance monitoring. Dr. Fabio Pigozzi, President of FIMS, noted that the congress brings together representatives from 118 national federations and committees. He praised the event’s role in sharing advances that support athlete health, prevent sports injuries, and ensure safe returns to training and competition.
Sheikh Mansoor toured the event’s exhibition, which featured the latest developments in sports science, including advanced sports injury management techniques. By hosting this congress, the UAE is setting new standards for athlete care, reinforcing its position as a global leader in sports medicine.
Setting Standards for Future Sports Medicine Congresses
The UAE sports medicine event is not only significant in the present but also instrumental in establishing future practices in sports science. It highlights the UAE’s commitment to facilitating high-quality knowledge exchange, advancing research, and fostering partnerships among global leaders in sports medicine. As the event draws to a close, participants anticipate that the knowledge shared and the connections made will have a lasting impact on sports health initiatives worldwide.
The UAE sports medicine event, through its insightful sessions and expert discussions, showcases the UAE’s dedication to athlete health, aiming to push sports science to new heights.