Introduction

Dear Colleagues,

On behalf of the International Society for the Study of the Lumbar Spine (ISSLS) and the South African Spine Society (SASS), we are excited to invite your company to participate as a sponsor for the combined ISSLS / SASS 2026 Annual Meeting at The Westin Hotel in Cape Town, South Africa held from 11–15 May 2026.

As the leading global authority on low back pain and related research, ISSLS attracts top surgeons, specialists, and researchers worldwide. The SASS meeting is traditionally attended by all spine specialists from the southern African countries. With approximately 500 participants expected for this exceptional combined event, which includes department chairs, fellowship directors, and journal editors, this prestigious event offers a unique platform to elevate your company profile within the spine care community.

The scientific program will cover cutting-edge topics in biomechanics, disc biology, surgical advancements, and non-surgical therapies, delivered through keynote speeches, panel discussions, and peer-reviewed sessions.

Join the ISSLS/SASS Annual Meeting, featuring groundbreaking research and discussions.

Warm regards,

Ian Vlok
President South African Spine Society (SASS),
Head of Division Neurosurgery at Stellenbosch University

Robert Gunzburg
Past President of ISSLS and EuroSpine Society (ISSLS),
Editor-in-Chief European Spine Society