Working Groups

Purpose:
To advance clinical and surgical understanding of spinal deformities, including scoliosis, kyphosis, and sagittal imbalance.

Focus Areas:

• Development of standardized treatment algorithms

• Comparative studies of fusion vs. non-fusion methods

• Education on deformity correction techniques

Contribution to ISS:
This group promotes international collaboration on improving outcomes in patients with spinal deformities and establishing global guidelines for deformity management.

Purpose:
To promote innovation and excellence in minimally invasive techniques for spinal pathologies.

Focus Areas:

• Endoscopic and tubular retractor systems

• Navigation and robotic-assisted surgery

• Reduction of postoperative pain and recovery time

Contribution to ISS:
The group develops consensus statements and organizes training workshops to enhance the global adoption of safe, effective minimally invasive spinal surgery.

Purpose:
To improve diagnostic accuracy and treatment effectiveness for spinal pain syndromes.

Focus Areas:

• Neuropathic and mechanical pain differentiation

• Interventional pain procedures and neuromodulation

• Chronic pain rehabilitation strategies

Contribution to ISS:
Through clinical studies and multidisciplinary collaboration, the group helps refine pain management protocols and reduce chronic disability rates worldwide.

Purpose:
To strengthen rehabilitation practices in preoperative and postoperative spinal care.

Focus Areas:

• Evidence-based physiotherapy approaches

• Kinesiotherapy and functional recovery programs

• Prevention of secondary complications after surgery

Contribution to ISS:
This group supports training programs and promotes integration of physiotherapists into spine care teams to ensure holistic recovery for all patients.

Purpose:
To improve patient outcomes after spinal cord injury through rehabilitation innovation and early intervention.

Focus Areas:

• Neuroplasticity-based rehabilitation

• Robotics and virtual reality therapy

• Functional electrical stimulation (FES) applications

Contribution to ISS:
The group fosters international data sharing and clinical trials to redefine long-term care standards for spinal cord injury patients.

Purpose:
To enhance early diagnosis and treatment of inflammatory spinal diseases such as ankylosing spondylitis.

Focus Areas:

• Biologic and immunomodulatory therapies

• Imaging-based diagnostic protocols

• Patient education and long-term monitoring

Contribution to ISS:
This group collaborates with rheumatology societies to unify diagnostic criteria and optimize multidisciplinary care for inflammatory spinal conditions.

Purpose:
To improve prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of spinal infections.

Focus Areas:

• Management of spondylodiscitis and epidural abscesses

• Antimicrobial stewardship and surgical protocols

• Outcome registries for infection-related spine cases

Contribution to ISS:
By developing evidence-based recommendations, the group enhances awareness and promotes standardized management of spinal infections globally.

Purpose:
To deepen anatomical understanding and surgical safety in spinal procedures.

Focus Areas:

• Comparative and applied spinal anatomy

• Advanced imaging and 3D reconstruction

• Anatomical education and cadaveric workshops

Contribution to ISS:
The group supports ongoing education and fosters research linking anatomical discoveries to clinical innovation and surgical excellence.

Purpose:
To explore and integrate emerging technologies in spinal neuromodulation and bioengineering.

Focus Areas:

• Spinal cord stimulators and brain–spine interfaces

• AI-assisted diagnostics and smart implants

• Neuroprosthetics for motor recovery

Contribution to ISS:
This group connects engineers, neuroscientists, and clinicians to accelerate the translation of neurotechnological advancements into real-world spine care.

Purpose:
To drive innovation, clinical research, and technological development across all fields of spinal medicine.

Focus Areas:

• Clinical trials and outcome research

• Biomaterials, tissue engineering, and regenerative therapies

• Data-driven approaches and AI in spine care

Contribution to ISS:
The R&D group coordinates international research collaborations and supports scientific dissemination to continually improve spine-related health outcomes.