The International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) announced the 17th ITTF Sports Science Congress, set to take place in Doha, Qatar, on 15-16 May 2025. This event is jointly provided by the Qatar Table Tennis Association (QTTA) and Aspetar-Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital, offering a unique opportunity for professionals to engage with leading experts in table tennis science and sports medicine.
The Congress, an accredited CPD activity, will feature world-class speakers sharing the latest evidence-based insights into diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of injuries in table tennis players. Discussions will cover key areas such as:
- Injury risk and health management for male and female athletes, including youth and adults.
- Travel sports medicine and the impact of transoceanic travel on performance and recovery.
- The role of sleep in elite sports and its implications for table tennis professionals.
Researchers, practitioners, and scholars are invited to submit papers on a wide range of topics, including but not limited to:
- Biomechanics, Physiology, Nutrition, and Fitness testing
- Training methodologies and Perceptuo-motor skills
- Match analysis and Para table tennis
- Table tennis as a health sport and anti-doping measures
- Mental and psychological aspects of performance
- Gender Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in sports science
- Coaching strategies, Governance, and Integrity in table tennis
- Technological advancements in Equipment and Esports
- Sustainability in table tennis
Key Details
Dates & Time:
- Thursday, 15 May 2025: 08:00 – 18:30
- Friday, 16 May 2025: 09:00 – 18:00
- Venue: Auditorium, Aspetar (in-person) & Microsoft Teams (online)
- Target Audience: Physicians, Allied Healthcare Practitioners, Sports Scientists, Coaches, and Sports Managers
Upon completion of the Congress, participants will be able to:
- Discuss cutting-edge research in various sports science disciplines related to table tennis.
- Evaluate injury risks and health considerations for table tennis players.
- Apply best practices in injury diagnosis, treatment, and prevention for youth and adult athletes.
- Utilize knowledge of travel sports medicine for elite table tennis professionals.
- Understand the effects of transoceanic travel and sleep on elite players and coaches, emphasizing shared decision-making in sports science and medicine.
A Key Event Ahead of the ITTF World Championships Finals
Adding to the excitement, the ITTF World Table Tennis Championships Finals Doha 2025 will commence immediately after the Congress, running from 17-25 May 2025. This presents a perfect opportunity for attendees to experience both the scientific and competitive aspects of world-class table tennis in one location.
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