Since its beginning in 2004, the International Society on Scoliosis Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation Treatment (SOSORT) has been dedicated to the advancement of the non-operative management of idiopathic scoliosis and other spinal structural changes. SOSORT is a multi-disciplinary society that brings together clinicians and researchers from all over the world to exchange knowledge and the newest trends in conservative treatment of spinal structural changes. The work of this organization is grounded in scientific evidence, clinical expertise, and professional consensus. Its mission is to advance foundational knowledge, document effective historical interventions, and develop and refine guidelines to promote effective and innovative treatments for this population.
Requirements
SOSORT, like many other scientific societies, has mandated certain requirements that each applicant must attain to be considered for membership. If you meet these criteria please complete the online form. To be considered for admission at the 2027 conference, all new member applications must be submitted by January 31, 2027.
- Must be a medical doctor, physiotherapist, orthotist, chiropractor, osteopath, researcher or other professional actively involved in the management and research of people with scoliosis and other structural changes of the spine.
- Must attend at least one SOSORT conference prior to your membership application, until this is achieved you will be considered a provisional member.
Benefits
As a member of SOSORT, you will become part of a growing society that is recognized as a leader in the non-operative care of spine structural changes.
Benefits include:
1) Opportunities to contribute to the mission and vision of SOSORT via the annual members-only Business Meeting AND candidacy for membership on the SOSORT Education, Scientific, Membership or Communications committees
2) Reduced Annual Meeting registration fees
3) Free or discounted webinars
4) Access to European Spine Journal
5) Membership certificate
SOSORT Membership application process and key dates:
Application Deadline: 31st January 2027
Evaluation Phase (Membership Committee): February 2027
Member Review of the Voting List: 1st to 30th April 2027
Notifications to accepted new members by the Annual Meeting Early Bird Deadline
Approved members voted by the General Assembly taking place during the Annual Meeting
New approved members who attended the Annual Meeting pay their dues and become Active SOSORT Members: by June 30th
Applications have closed for the 2026 cycle.
If you wish to apply for the 2027 cycle and be evaluated as a SOSORT member in January 2027, please sign up into our platform HERE and complete your candidacy.
If you have questions about your application or other membership-related topics, please email membership@sosort.org.
