Press releases | OTWorld

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

11/03/2026 OTWorld 2026: Leipzig becomes the global meeting place for orthopaedic treatment and care From 19 to 22 May 2026, OTWorld will bring together the international orthopaedic treatment and care sector in Leipzig under the motto ‘You make the difference’. This year’s event is particularly special as OTWorld celebrates its 50th anniversary. Across three exhibition halls, more than 570 exhibitors from over 40 countries will showcase world premieres and innovations in prosthetics and orthotics, orthopaedic footwear technology, rehabilitation technology, compression therapy and digital manufacturing. At the same time, the World Congress will feature more than 300 speakers from over 30 countries, offering around 100 hours of concentrated expertise and setting new standards for international knowledge exchange – including AI-based live translation for the first time. More than 130 workshops and dedicated sessions on topics such as robotics and the treatment of neurological diseases will highlight how orthopaedic treatment and care are evolving worldwide. Continue reading

25/02/2026 Digitalisation and AI in orthopaedic treatment and care Digitalisation and artificial intelligence are bringing about noticeable changes in orthopaedic treatment and care. They support specialists and open up new avenues in the provision of medical aids such as orthoses and prostheses to patients. From 19 to 22 May 2026 in Leipzig, the OTWorld 2026 World Congress and International Trade Show will show how digital and AI-supported applications are already being used today – from analysis and care to rehabilitation. Visitors will gain scientific and practical insights as well as concrete approaches for implementation in clinics, workshops and medical supply stores. Continue reading