(General Presentations & Designated Presentations)
The Organizing Committee warmly invites surgeons, researchers, and healthcare professionals to submit abstracts for presentation at the 11th Annual Congress of the Asia-Pacific Wrist Association (APWA 2026) held jointly with the 18th Japanese Wrist Surgery Workshop (JWSW) in Kyoto, Japan.
The theme of this congress is “Learning from the Past to Shape the Future” inspired by the Japanese concept
「鑑往知来」
By reflecting on the history and evolution of wrist surgery, we aim to explore new perspectives and innovative approaches that will guide the next generation of wrist specialists.
We welcome the submission of original research, clinical studies, innovative surgical techniques, and case reports related to wrist and hand surgery. Contributions from surgeons, scientists, and trainees across the Asia-Pacific region and around the world are highly encouraged.
Accepted abstracts will be presented as oral or poster presentations, providing an excellent opportunity to exchange ideas, share experiences, and advance the field of wrist surgery together.
We look forward to your valuable contributions and to welcoming you to Kyoto, a city rich in history and culture, for an inspiring scientific meeting.
Abstract Topics
- Wrist Arthroscopy
- TFCC Injuries and Distal Radioulnar Joint Disorders
- Carpal Instability
- Distal Radius and Carpal Fractures
- Wrist Arthroplasty and Salvage Procedures for Degenerative Wrist Conditions
- Sports Injuries of the Wrist
- Nerve (Carpal tunnel syndrome, Postoperative Sensory br. of Radial or Ulnar nerve problem, Denervation)
- Basic Science and Wrist Biomechanics
- Innovative Surgical Techniques and Technologies
- Rehabilitation and Clinical Outcomes
- Case Reports and Rare Conditions
- Diagnostic Evaluation of Wrist Disorders (Physical Examination, Imaging, and Arthroscopic Assessment)
Eligibility
Presenting authors and co‑authors must be members.
Abstract Submission Period
May 25, 2026 – July 27, 2026
Abstract RequirementsTitle length: Up to 20 words
Abstract text: Up to 400 words
Figures/Tables: Not accepted
Maximum number of authors: 6 (1 presenting author + up to 5 co‑authors)
Maximum number of affiliations: 5 institutions
Please enter affiliation names up to the department level.
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Title Length | Up to 20 words |
| Abstract Text | Up to 400 words |
| Figures/Tables | Not accepted |
| Maximum Number of Authors | 6 authors(1 presenting author + up to 5 co-authors) |
| Maximum Number of affiliations | 5 insitutions |
Presentation Formats：Oral Presentation, Poster Presentation
Conflict of Interest (COI) Disclosure
All submitting authors are required to upload a Conflict of Interest (COI) Disclosure Form at the time of abstract submission(both English and Japanese).
Please follow the COI guidelines of the Japanese Society for Surgery of the Wrist
For all presentations:
File name: Name_SubmissionDate
Example: TaroOsaka_0424
- The first (presenting) author must disclose any conflicts of interest on the first slide of the presentation or at the end of the poster.
If there are no conflicts of interest, refer to
COI(NO) Form 2-A
If there are conflicts of interest, refer to
COI(YES) Form 2-B
利益相反なし
COI(NO) Form 2-A
利益相反あり
COI(NO 日本語) Form 2-A
Notification of Acceptance
Abstract acceptance and presentation format will be determined by the Congress President. Notification will be sent to registered email addresses around September 2026.
Submit Abstract
- *1 If you have already registered for the event, you do not need to enter your personal information, you can proceed directly to abstract submission from your My Page.
- *2 Please enter the following information in the order listed below when registering. Submission for Abstract:
Primary Author’s name (and Membership number)
Affiliate organization registration
Co-Authors’ names
Presenter
Presentation format
Abstract Topics
Abstract title
Abstract text
Request for a Japanese-language session
Conflict of Interest (COI) Disclosure