The ICS Physiotherapy Forum provides a welcoming and dedicated space within the main conference for physiotherapists — and anyone with an interest in physiotherapy — to come together, learn and connect. The forum reflects the breadth of physiotherapy practice within continence care, bringing together research, clinical insight and shared professional experience in a supportive and engaging setting.
The programme typically includes a mix of research-led and clinically focused sessions, covering a wide range of areas relevant to contemporary physiotherapy practice. Whether your interests lie in advancing knowledge, refining clinical approaches or connecting with colleagues, the Physiotherapy Forum aims to offer something for everyone.
2026 marks a special milestone as the Physiotherapy Forum celebrates its 25th anniversary within ICS. Over the past 25 years, the forum has provided a dedicated space for physiotherapists to collaborate, develop and grow within the society. This year will be an opportunity to recognise that journey and celebrate the profession, with a few special touches planned as part of the session.
The forum concludes with a relaxed networking lunch, giving attendees time to continue conversations and connect with physiotherapists from around the world. Lunch is included with your forum ticket, and all attendees are warmly encouraged to stay.
Why attend the Physiotherapy Forum?
- Engage with a broad range of physiotherapy-focused topics and perspectives
- Gain insights from both research and clinical practice
- Connect with physiotherapists from across the global ICS community
- Celebrate 25 years of the Physiotherapy Forum within ICS
Please note: tickets for the Physiotherapy Forum are available as an optional add-on to your ICS 2026 registration. You can purchase a forum ticket when registering, or add it later if you already have a confirmed registration.
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Topic |
Speaker |
| 09:00 |
09:10 |
Welcome by Chair and ICS General Secretary |
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| 09:10 |
09:25 |
25th Anniversary Physiotherapy Forum Video |
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Recent Advances in Physiotherapy from the Next Generation of Researchers |
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| 09:25 |
09:35 |
8 years follow up of PFMT Group trial |
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| 09:35 |
09:45 |
Development of S.Tool: An electronic diary for assessing bowel symptoms after rectal cancer surgery |
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| 09:45 |
09:55 |
Exploring mechanisms underlying urinary leakage in female runners |
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Clinical Practice |
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| 09:55 |
10:10 |
Use of the PFMs Measurement Scales (Tone and Strength) and Their Use in Clinical Practice |
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| 10:10 |
10:25 |
Non-surgical interventions for treating pelvic organ prolapse: a component network meta-analysis and cost-effectiveness analysis: Considerations for clinical practice |
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| 10:25 |
10:30 |
Discussion |
All |
| 10:30 |
11:00 |
Coffee Break |
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Clinical Practice |
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| 11:00 |
11:15 |
Pelvic Health Physiotherapy Management in Older Adults |
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| 11:15 |
11:30 |
Phenotyping Overactive Bladder Syndrome (OAB): Conservative Care Approaches for Centrally Mediated Urinary Urgency and Frequency |
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| 11:30 |
11:40 |
Discussion |
All |
| 11:40 |
11:55 |
Addressing the Unique Rehabilitation Needs of LGBTQ+ Patients |
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| 11:55 |
12:10 |
Pessary Interventions for Runners with SUI: Clinical Applications and Outcomes |
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| 12:10 |
12:20 |
Discussion |
All |
| 12:20 |
12:30 |
Closing comments and PT Forum Picture! |
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| 12:45 |
14:00 |
Physiotherapy Lunch |
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