国際学会「8th International Congress on Shoulder and Elbow Therapy」に参加しました

2026年9月23日から25日にカナダ・ブリティッシュコロンビア州バンクーバーで開催された8th International Congress on Shoulder and Elbow Therapy（ICSET）に、当院の理学療法士が参加しました。

ICSETは、肩関節・肘関節のリハビリテーションに関する国際学会です。今回は、肩関節・肘関節のリハビリテーションに関する国際的な研究動向や最新のトピックスを学ぶこと、そして当院で取り組んできた研究成果を国際学会で発表することを目的に参加しました。

【口述発表】村木理学療法士

• Elevation of the First Rib in the Throwing Side in Baseball Players with Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
• Minor Posterior Shoulder Instability as a Potential Cause of Glenohumeral Internal Rotation Deficit in Baseball Players: Evaluation Using the Novel “Posterior Relocation Test”

【ポスター発表】瀬尾理学療法士

• Comparison of Trunk-Based and Scapula-Based Angle Definitions at Minimum Acromiohumeral Distance

【ポスター発表】東田理学療法士

• Effects of Trunk and Pelvic Girdle Exercises on the Costoclavicular Space

野球選手における胸郭出口症候群評価や体幹・骨盤帯への運動介入効果、肩関節の評価方法など、それぞれ異なる視点から研究成果を発表しました。日頃の臨床で生じた疑問を研究につなげ、その成果を海外のセラピストに発信する貴重な機会となりました。

ICSETでは、研究発表だけでなく、講演やワークショップなど様々なプログラムが組まれていました。その中でも、臨床でよく経験する腱板損傷や投球障害、上腕骨外側上顆炎などの講演やワークショップを中心に参加してきました。肩や肘の障害に対する評価・治療に関する知見に触れ、日々の臨床を振り返るとともに、新たな視点を得ることができました。また、国際的な研究動向を知ることで、当院で取り組んでいる研究を改めて見つめ直す機会にもなりました。

ICSETでは、発表や質疑応答がすべて英語で行われました。ポスター発表を担当した2名にとっては初めての国際学会であり、英語での発表や質疑応答も初めてでした。そのため、発表には大きな緊張がありましたが、勇気を出して自分の言葉で伝えようとすることで、相手に意図が伝わり、会話が成立する場面もありました。僅かながらも自分たちの研究成果について伝えられたことに大きなやりがいと達成感を感じました。

今回のICSETへの参加は、肩関節・肘関節のリハビリテーションに関する知識を深めるだけでなく、当院の研究成果を海外に発信することの意義を実感する機会となりました。今回の経験を今後の臨床や研究活動に生かすとともに、英語でのコミュニケーション能力の向上にも取り組み、より多くの知見を国内外から学び、発信できるよう研鑽を積んでいきたいと思います。

Attending the 8th International Congress on Shoulder and Elbow Therapy

Introduction

From September 23 to 25, 2026, physical therapists from our clinic participated in the 8th International Congress on Shoulder and Elbow Therapy (ICSET), held in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

ICSET is an international conference dedicated to shoulder and elbow rehabilitation. Our objectives for attending were twofold: to learn about global research trends and the latest topics in shoulder and elbow rehabilitation, and to present our clinic’s research findings on an international stage.

Four Presentations from Our Clinic

At this conference, our team delivered a total of four presentations—two oral presentations and two poster presentations.

【Oral Presentations】 PT Muraki

• Elevation of the First Rib in the Throwing Side in Baseball Players with Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

• Minor Posterior Shoulder Instability as a Potential Cause of Glenohumeral Internal Rotation Deficit in Baseball Players: Evaluation Using the Novel “Posterior Relocation Test”

【Poster Presentation】 PT Seo

• Comparison of Trunk-Based and Scapula-Based Angle Definitions at Minimum Acromiohumeral Distance

【Poster Presentation】 PT Higashida

• Effects of Trunk and Pelvic Girdle Exercises on the Costoclavicular Space

Our presentations covered research findings from various perspectives, including evaluations of thoracic outlet syndrome in baseball players, the effects of exercise interventions on the trunk and pelvic girdle, and shoulder evaluation methods. It was an invaluable opportunity to turn questions arising from daily clinical practice into research and to share those results with therapists from around the world.

Learning About the Latest Rehabilitation Techniques

Beyond research presentations, ICSET featured a rich program of lectures and workshops. We focused primarily on sessions covering conditions frequently encountered in daily practice, such as rotator cuff tears, throwing injuries, and lateral epicondylitis. Gaining insights into the latest evaluation and treatment approaches for shoulder and elbow disorders allowed us to reflect on our daily clinical work while gaining fresh perspectives. Furthermore, learning about international research trends gave us a great opportunity to re-examine the ongoing research at our own clinic.

Experiencing the Language Barrier and the Importance of Communication

At ICSET, all presentations and Q&A sessions were conducted in English. For the two therapists managing the poster presentations, this was their first international conference and their first experience presenting and handling questions in English. While there was considerable tension leading up to the presentations, taking the courage to express their thoughts in their own words allowed them to successfully convey their intent and engage in meaningful dialogue with attendees. Being able to share our research findings—even in a modest way—brought a deep sense of accomplishment and fulfillment.

In Conclusion

Participating in ICSET was not only an opportunity to deepen our knowledge of shoulder and elbow rehabilitation, but also a meaningful step in sharing our clinic’s research with the global community. Moving forward, we aim to apply this experience to our clinical practice and future research, while actively working to improve our English communication skills so we can continue to learn from and share insights with the global community.