The United Kingdom Spine Societies Board (UKSSB) is a registered Charitable Incorporated Organisation (Charity No. 1204121). We bring together national spinal societies and professional bodies to advance spinal care through collaboration, education, and research.

 

Our Constituent Member Societies

The UKSSB Board is comprised of representatives from the following national professional membership societies:

• British Association of Spine Surgeons (BASS)

• Society for Back Pain Research (SBPR)

• British Scoliosis Society (BSS)

• British Association of Spinal Cord Injury Specialists (BASCIS)

• National Spine Network (NSN)

 

The Board includes representatives for the British Orthopaedic Association (BOA), the Society of British Neurological Surgeons (SBNS), along with other co-opted members where necessary.

 

Our Purpose

UKSSB exists to promote the advancement of spinal care across the United Kingdom by supporting:

• Education and training in spinal disorders

• Scientific research to improve treatment outcomes

• Public benefit through knowledge-sharing and collaboration

 

How We Work

To achieve these aims, the UKSSB will:

• Support instruction, training, and research in spinal conditions

• Encourage collaboration between UK spinal organisations

• Promote international partnerships and knowledge exchange

• Organise the BritSpine conference every two years - a major scientific and educational meeting for the spine community

• Maintain mailing lists to share information with:

  • Members of constituent societies

  • Individuals with a professional interest in spinal health

  • Relevant national and international organisations

  • Industry partners involved in spinal care

 

Through these activities, the UKSSB helps foster innovation, coordination, and excellence in spinal healthcare across the UK and beyond.