2021 Rehab for Kids Conference; AusCP-CTN Hot Topics in Cerebral Palsy
About 2021 International Hot Topics in Cerebral Palsy Research
The Australasian Cerebral Palsy Clinical Trials Network (AusCP-CTN) is partnering with colleagues at the Queensland Children's Hospital to host a joint-conferene, to provide the latest information and research relevant to paediatric rehabilitation.
The 3-day virtual conference will include dedicated single streams with various national and international keynote addresses, short multidisciplinary presentations and case reviews, along with research papers. The single-stream sessions will be held online via Zoom.
The program will provide you with opportunities to update skills and knowledge with colleagues involved in the rehabilitation of children with brain injuries, cerebral palsy, spinal cord injury, limb difference and other low incidence conditions.
The conference will showcase Hot Topics in research from the Australasian Cerebral Palsy Clinical Trials Network, including recent advances and issues on some of the work being done to improve early diagnosis and intervention for children with, or at risk of, cerebral palsy. We will highlight the latest research and innovations in early detection, neuroprotection, interventions and their implementation into clinical practice.
You will also have access to a virtual bank of short presentations through the conference website on a variety of topics dedicated to paediatric rehabilitation.
Keynote Speakers & Conference Program
The Conference Committee is currently finalising conference details, and will continue to update the program. For more details about 3 & 4 March '2021 Rehab for Kids' conference keyotes and organisers: 2021 Rehab for Kids, Queensland Paediatric Rehabilitation Service (QPRS)
Keynote Speakers for Hot Topics in CP Research - 5 March (AEST):


Who can benefit from attending?
- Health professionals
- Other professionals who work with children who have received rehabilitation
- Parents/carers of children who have received rehabilitation
- Students
- Researchers
Parents/carers of children who have received rehabilitation are invited to register and attend this conference. Some conference content may be limited to health professionals where applicable.
Content and case studies presented at the conference is not intended to replace qualified medical or health related advice. If parents/carers have any concerns or questions arising from the conference in relation to the care for their child, these should be discussed with their QPRS health professional.
Registration & Costs (inc GST)
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Wednesday 3 March |
Brain Injury: $27.50 Spine: $27.50 |
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Thursday 4 March |
Low Incidence Conditions: $27.50 Model of Care: $27.50 |
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Friday 5 March |
International CP Hot Topics Research Forum: $55.00 |



Prof. Sampsa Vanhatalo