Press releases | OTWorld

12/05/2026 OTWorld 2026 shows how innovation is driving the future of orthopaedic treatment and care From 19 to 22 May 2026, Leipzig will become the hub of the international orthopaedic treatment and care sector. At OTWorld 2026, exhibitors from around the world will present new products, smart assistance systems and forward-looking care concepts. A curated overview of selected exhibitor innovations on the website provides a glimpse into the technologies shaping the sector — and, hopefully, into solutions that will soon become available to insured individuals. Continue reading

07/05/2026 Humanoid robots at OTWorld: How AI and robotics are transforming healthcare Humanoid robots, a robot dog for the emergency services, AI assistance and digital therapy solutions: OTWorld 2026 will demonstrate in the special show “Robotics + AI”, how new technologies are transforming the provision of medical aids such as wheelchairs, prostheses and orthoses. Innovations from Saxony, including Leipzig and Dresden, will also be on display. In addition to the Trade Show, concrete insights will be provided at the World Congress. Continue reading

15/04/2026 OTWorld 2026: Personal perspectives on modern orthopaedic treatment and care Modern medical aids such as bandages, orthoses, prostheses and wheelchairs enable mobility, independence and participation – in everyday life as well as in competitive sport. Numerous well-known personalities at OTWorld 2026 will demonstrate just how varied the impact of this provision is and what role it plays in users’ lives. From 19 to 22 May, experts from more than 90 countries will gather in Leipzig to discuss current developments in orthopaedic treatment and care at the World Congress and the International Trade Show. Prominent users will share their personal experiences – on stage, in discussions and directly at the exhibitors’ stands. Continue reading

08/04/2026 Back to everyday life after severe burns: OTWorld shows how specialists in central Germany are helping a 19-year-old The successful treatment and rehabilitation of patients with burn injuries depends crucially on the coordination of medical, orthopaedic and therapeutic care. At OTWorld 2026 – the World Congress and International Trade Show for modern orthopaedic treatment and care, taking place from 19 to 22 May in Leipzig – visitors can learn in detail about the complex challenges involved in this type of care. The case of a 19-year-old illustrates the strengths of interdisciplinary collaboration in Central German facilities. Continue reading

01/04/2026 50 Years of OTWorld: Tan Çağlar, Lara Wilkin and Hari Budha Magar at the opening ceremony in Leipzig More than 2.5 billion people worldwide rely on medical aids such as prostheses, orthoses or wheelchairs – yet in many places, not even one in two people receives the necessary support. Against this backdrop, OTWorld takes on particular significance: for 50 years, it has been the world’s most important meeting place for experts in modern orthopaedic treatment and care. At the opening of OTWorld 2026 on 19 May in Leipzig, the event will focus on Tan Çağlar, Lara Wilkin and Hari Budha Magar – precisely the people for whom this care makes all the difference – thereby highlighting the social relevance of an often underestimated treatment area. Continue reading

18/03/2026 OTWorld: A strong voice for orthopaedic treatment and care Lara Wilkin is currently completing her doctorate with a focus on upper limb prosthetics. She speaks at international conferences on modern prosthetic technology. As the founder of the Arm Prosthesis Community and an amputation peer, she promotes education and exchange among those affected. Her diverse commitment stems from her own experiences with forearm amputation – and highlights the challenges of modern orthopaedic treatment and care. Continue reading