Dear ESMAC Members and Delegates,

I am delighted to welcome you to the 17th Annual Meeting of our Society in Antalya, Turkey.

ESMAC has been growing stronger every year, both in number of members and in the quality of the scientific work presented at our meetings. This year I anticipate new colleagues from around Europe to attend the ESMAC Gait Course, which is well established and recognised for the high quality of the teaching undertaken. The ESMAC Seminars will cover four subjects selected by our members. The Organisers of ESMAC 2008 have also arranged additional satellite seminars in areas of special interest. The ESMAC Conference will follow the educational activities. The quality of the papers submitted reflect well the high quality of research taking place in Europe as well as the willingness of international colleagues to travel to ESMAC in order to present their work.

The high quality facilities and excellent organisation in Antalya will guarantee a successful meeting. I would like to extend my thanks and appreciation to the Organising Committee of ESMAC 2008.

I wish you a successful ESMAC 2008 Meeting and an enjoyable stay in Antalya.

Kind regards


Tim Theologis
Chairman of ESMAC

Dear Colleagues and Friends

On behalf of the Organizing Committee, it is a great pleasure and honor for me to invite you to the 17th Annual Meeting of European Society of Movement Analysis for Adults and Children to be held in Antalya, Turkey on September 8-13, 2008. The meeting aims to promote technological development in the science of human movement and to create an opportunity for neuromusculoskeletal system professionals to share the most updated knowledge on assessment and treatment of movement disorders. In addition to the outstanding scientific program being offered, we encourage delegates and guests to enjoy the many world famous cultural heritages and natural scenic beauty of Turkey. We look forward to seeing you in Antalya on September 8-13, 2008. Please mark the date on your calendar and plan to be there!

With kind regards


Gunes Yavuzer MD, PhD
Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation