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SUFT Congress 2025

Helsinki

“The Next Best Interventions”

Welcome to the SUFT Congress 2025
June 6–7, 2025 | Helsinki, Finland

Join us in Helsinki for the SUFT Congress 2025, a dynamic two-day event hosted by the Finnish Association of Sports Physiotherapists (SUFT).

This annual gathering brings together researchers, clinicians, and professionals from across the field of sports physiotherapy and sports medicine. It’s a platform for collaboration, inspiration, and the exchange of cutting-edge ideas.


What to Expect


Thesis presentations from bachelor’s and master’s students
Groundbreaking PhD research
Real-world case studies
Innovative practices and technologies in sports physiotherapy
Whether you’re a student, practitioner, or researcher, SUFT Congress 2025 is your opportunity to connect, learn, and shape the future of sports physiotherapy.

Who are SUFT?

About SUFT

The Finnish Association of Sports Physiotherapists

SUFT is the specialist association for sports physiotherapy within the Finnish Association of Physiotherapists. We are dedicated to advancing excellence in physiotherapy for athletes through education, training, and international collaboration.

As a national leader in the field, SUFT:

Develops and coordinates professional training in sports physiotherapy across Finland

Hosts an international congress featuring respected speakers and global thought leaders

Is an active member of the International Federation of Sports Physical Therapy (IFSPT)

Their Mission

We aim to enhance the skills and expertise of physiotherapists working with athletes, ensuring high-quality care from grassroots to elite levels.

Certification

Participation in SUFT training is a prerequisite for earning the title of Certified Sports Physiotherapist in Finland.

Key aspects of the SUFT Congress 2025

Focus: Sports physiotherapy and medicine.


Location: Urhea Olympic Training Center, Mäkelänkatu 47, 00550 Helsinki


Dates: June 6-7, 2025.


Purpose: To foster communication and collaboration among researchers and clinicians.


Content: Presentations of diverse research and clinical work.


Language: English

SUFT Speakers

Evert Verhagen (1976) is a human movement scientist and epidemiologist.

David Fevre MSc MCSP SRP is currently working as a freelance clinician/lecturer in physiotherapy and sports injury rehabilitation.

Caroline Bolling is a sports physiotherapist. She worked with elite athletes from diverse Olympic sports, was head therapist of Cirque du Soleil.

Amanda Johnson is a physiotherapist with over 40 years’ experience in a variety of roles but predominantly high-level sport.

Jo Abbott PhD is a Clinical Biomechanist, Anatomist, Nutritionist, Scientific Researcher, Innovator, and Inventor.

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