ABOUT IFMRS
Our purpose is to promote excellence in the field of musculoskeletal health, in order to improve the prevention and treatment of all musculoskeletal conditions worldwide.
The IFMRS is an international, not-for-profit federation of 35 organizations (28 musculoskeletal research societies and 8 affiliate members) as well as leading researchers, clinicians, and industry partners. Through its members, IFMRS can reach over 25,000 researchers and clinicians.
About usAdvancing Education and Training
Delivering in person and virtual workshops that connect international MSK researchers across career stages.
Improving Access to Scientific Knowledge
Building digital platforms and content that make MSK data, research, and clinical practice more accessible worldwide.
Influencing Policymakers to Improve MSK Prioritization
Partnering with global health organizations such as the World Health Organization to elevate MSK research and care on the international policy agenda.
WHAT WE DO
We promote excellence in the field of musculoskeletal health by collaborating with, and fostering collaboration among local, regional and international societies to share information and resources, raise public awareness, influence policy and provide education.
KEY INITIATIVES
Musculoskeletal Knowledge Portal
A genomic data mining platform aimed at accelerating discoveries for musculoskeletal traits and diseases (partnership with the MIT Broad Institute/Harvard University)
XLH Information Hub
Providing health care professionals with the essential tools to identify, diagnose, and manage X-Linked Hypophosphatemia (XLH)
Herbert Fleisch Workshop
The most recent Herbert Fleisch Workshop was held in September 2026 in Denmark to support early- and mid-career scientists in advancing translational musculoskeletal research
Bi-monthly MSK Newsletter
Stay in the loop with upcoming events, member highlights, organizational updates, and everything happening in the MSK community
GET INVOLVED
We amplify the work of our member organizations and spearhead work in areas positioned to lead a global effort.
We can reach over 25,000 researchers and clinicians.
THANK YOU TO OUR CORPORATE SPONSORS
