ISPO
The International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics (ISPO), is a multi-disciplinary organization comprised of persons who have a professional interest in the clinical, educational and research aspects of prosthetics, orthotics, rehabilitation engineering and related areas.
ISPO was founded in Copenhagen, Denmark in 1970 by a group of surgeons, prosthetist-orthotists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists and engineers to promote improvements in the care of all persons with neuromuscular and skeletal impairments.
ISPO is a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) in Special Consultative Status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations, and is in Official Relations with the World Health Organisation.
ISPO has 3003 members worldwide in 85 countries. Where there are more than five members in any country, or region, they may band together to form a National Member Society. National Member Societies have been established in 40 countries. It is beneficial to form National Member Societies due to the representation and voice gained within the governing structure of the Society.
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