Welcome word
Dear Colleagues and Friends,
On behalf of the Organising Committee of the 11th International Conference "Physical Exercise – A Modern and Complex Way to Promote Healthy Living," it is our pleasure to welcome you to Craiova, Romania, for the event taking place from October 30th to November 1st, 2025. Beginning this year, the conference is proudly organized through a strong collaboration between three Romanian universities: the University of Craiova, Ovidius University of Constanța, and "Vasile Alecsandri" University of Bacău.
In the same time it is a pleasure to invite you to be together with us at the 35th Anniversary of High Education in Physical Education and Sport at University of Craiova, that will be held on 30th October 2025.
We plan an exciting scientific programme for a multidisciplinary audience, including inspiring keynote lectures and many oral and poster presentations, during the 2-days conference and workshops, on different topics.
During the conference, the speakers and participants will share their knowledge with the audience.
During the 2-days a multidisciplinary national and international team of experts in field of sport science and physiotherapy, will present the research results in sport training, sport management, but also in clinical practice of physiotherapy and sports medicine. On 1st November, we are planning a lot of workshops.
Physical Exercise – A Modern and Complex Way to Promote Healthy Living, 2days conference will take place at the Hotel Ramada, a modern and attractive convention centre. This venue is conveniently located within walking distance of the city centre, hotels and the picturesque Craiova city.
We hope that many scientists from sport science, physicians, physical therapists will be able to join the conference as a multidisciplinary audience to exchange knowledge, ideas and friendship in the sport science and physiotherapy community.
The conference provides an excellent opportunity to share knowledge, discover new trends, and create connections in the field of sport science. We are proud to provide a stimulating and collaborative environment for all participants.
We eagerly anticipate welcoming you to Craiova, where we can exchange knowledge within the conference scientific community in the vibrant, joyful and lively backdrop of this beautiful city.
We look forward to welcoming you in Craiova.
TOPICS
Our general fields and their respective subtopics are described below.
Sports Sciences (SS)
Studies from all disciplines, where the focus is on the application of methods and/or technologies, or theoretical constructs into applied practice to impact change in society or performance.
The Sports Sciences field includes the following topics:
- Coaching
- Sport Technology
- Statistics & Analyses
- Training & Testing
- Sports performance
Psychology, Social Sciences & Humanities (SH)
Focus on forms, meanings, determinants and consequences of sport and physical activity in society, whether in the past, present and/or future. Sport and physical activity can be understood as a wide variety of activities taking place in a variety of environments and ranging from as exercise, physical education, sports for all, performance/competitive sport, adventure sports, outdoor activities, physical recreation. Sport and physical activity are investigated in relation to methodological and theoretical approaches within psychology, pedagogy, sociology and management. In the same time research activity has an important role within this theme may also address questions on social categories and social class influence and are influenced by sport/physical activity engagement. In this way a good analyses and interpretation of qualitative as well as quantitative data are welcome and could be improve the involvement of sports science and physical activity in social behavior.
The Psychology, Social Sciences & Humanities field includes the following topics:
- Coaching
- Physical Activity Promotion
- Physical Education & Pedagogy
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Sport Management & Law
Sports & Exercise Medicine & Health (MH)
Sports & Exercise Medicine & Health are a large area of research and an interdisciplinary approach that can be studied from a translational perspective. Exercise as medicine includes the role of exercise as a means to improve health, improve life quality, reduce the risk of diseases development, prevention the chronic diseases. Other populations may include disabled or injured people or athletes with health problems and also people with disabilities.
The Sports & Exercise Medicine & Health field includes the following topics:
- Disabilities
- Health & Fitness
- Physiotherapy
- Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics
- Sports for special population
Biomechanics & Motor Control (BM)
Studies of human movement from a mechanical viewpoint (i.e., kinematics, kinetics), and research studying the neuromuscular aspects (i.e., EMG, coordination, motor control) influencing performance. Attention is drawn as well to the loading characteristics of different sports and exercises on the musculoskeletal system.
The Biomechanics & Motor Control& Motor Learning field includes the following topics:
- Biomechanics
- Motor Learning & Motor Control
- Neuromuscular Physiology
Physiology & Nutrition (PN)
Life science disciplines in a basic empirical biological science setting. Experimental models that explore and describe the acute and/or training adaptations to exercise and activity are welcomed, as are studies that address the fundamental mechanisms responsible for the beneficial and harmful effects of exercise and sport.
The Physiology & Nutrition field represents the following topics:
- Nutrition
- Physiology
- Sport Physiology
Conference format: Types of presentation: talk (15minutes), workshops (60minutes) in field of sport training, sport management, physiotherapy and rehabilitation, sports medicine, panel discussion (2hrs).
Languages: English, Romanian.
Publication: Selected papers will be published in the special issue of Journal of Sport and Kinetic Movement, indexing in EBSCO, ERIH plus, DOAJ, SCIPIO, CROSSREF (Journal info - Journal of Sport and Kinetic Movement).
Language of publication: English
IMPORTANT DEADLINES
Abstract submission: 28 September 2025 → Extended: 17 October 2025 (see template on site)
Acceptance notification: 20 September 2025 → Extended: 20 October 2025
Full paper submission: 12 October 2025 → Extended: 9 November 2025
First draft of the conference programme: 21 October 2025
Final draft of the conference programme: 27 October 2025
Registration deadline: 20 October 2025
SUBMISSION
Abstract submission will be in according to abstract template.
Full paper - Selected papers will be published in the special issue of Journal of Sport and Kinetic Movement, indexing in EBSCO, ERIH plus, DOAJ, SCIPIO, CROSSREF.
One author could be only on 2 full papers, according to JSKAM rules.
Abstract and full paper will be submit only via email to address:conferencecraiova2025@yahoo.com
Please mention the topic of your submission.
The submission of the paper will be accompanied by proof of payment of the participation fee.
Event Venue
Event venue location info and gallery
Ramada Plaza, Craiova
Prices:
- Single room, 105 €
- Double room, 135 €
COMMITTES AND CHAIRS
SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE
Honorary President - Prof. PhD. Cezar-Ionuț SPÎNU, Rector, University of Craiova, ROMANIA
INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE
- Dr. Hosung SO - President & CEO, IOHSK, Professor, Department of Kinesiology, California State University, San Bernardino, USA
- Prof.PhD. Toni ARNDT, The Swedish School of Sport and Health Sciences, SWEDEN
- Prof. PhD. Rubén SÁNCHEZ-GÓMEZ, Nursing Department, Universidad, Complutense de Madrid, 28040, Madrid, Spain Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria, (IdISSC) Hospital Clínico San Carlos, Madrid, SPAIN
- Assoc.Prof.PhD. Andrzej PIOTROWSKI, University of Gdansk, POLAND
- Assoc.Prof.PhD. Monoem HADDAD, Qatar University, College of Sport Sciences, QATAR
- Prof. PhD. Michal WILK, Institute of Sport Sciences, The Jerzy Kukuczka Academy of Physical Education, Katowice, POLAND
- Prof. Dr. M. Fatih KARAHÜSEYINOĞLU - Fırat University, Faculty of Sports Sciences, Psycho-Social Areas in Sports, Elazığ, TURKEY
- Lecturer Dr. Yalçın AYDIN - Malatya Turgut Özal University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Exercise and Sports Sciences,Malatya, TURKEY
- Prof. Dr. Umut CANLI - Tekirdağ Namık Kemal Üniversity, Sport Science Faculty, Tekirdağ, TURKEY
- Assoc.Prof.PhD. Anna ZWIERZCHOWSKA, Department of Physical Education and Adapted Physical Activity, The Jerzy Kukuczka Academy of Physical Education in Katowice, POLAND
- PhD, Prof. Michał KRZYSZTOFIK, The Jerzy Kukuczka Academy of Physical Education, Katowice, POLAND
- Assoc.Prof.PhD.Sahreen ANWAR, Department of Physical Therapy, Lahore University of Biological and Applied Science, PAKISTAN
- Prof., PT, PhD. Uğur CAVLAK, Biruni University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Division of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Istanbul, TURKEY
- Senior, PT, PhD. Lecturer Ivan JURAK, Acting Head of Physiotherapy Study Programme, University of Applied Health Sciences, Zagreb, CROATIA
- Dr. Med. PhD. Adrian LUPESCU, Henneberg-Kliniken-Betriebsgesellschaft mbH, Hildburghausen, GERMANY
- Prof. PhD.Hab Agnieszka JANKOWICZ SZYMANSKA, Faculty of Medicine and Health Science, University of Applied Sciences in Tarnow, Tarnow, POLAND
- Prof. PT, PhD. Nilufer CETISLI-KORKMAZ, Pamukkale University, Faculty of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Denizli, Turkey
NATIONAL SCIENTIFIC COMMITTEE
- Prof. PhD. Marius STOICA, Rector, National University of Physical Education and Sport, Bucharest, ROMANIA
- Prof. PhD. Monica STĂNESCU, Vicerector, National University of Physical Education and Sport, Bucharest, ROMANIA
- Prof. PhD. Mircea DĂNOIU, Dean, University of Craiova, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Prof. PhD. Beatrice-Aurelia ABALAȘEI, Dean, “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iasi, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Iasi, ROMANIA
- Prof. PhD. Alina-Daniela MOANȚĂ, President of the Senate, National University of Physical Education and Sport, Bucharest, ROMANIA
- Prof. PhD.M.D. Taina AVRAMESCU, University of Craiova, Department of Kinetotherapy and Sports Medicine, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Prof. PhD. Virgil ENE-VOICULESCU, Naval Academy ”Mircea cel Bătrân”, Constanta, ROMANIA
- Prof. PhD. Carmen ENE-VOICULESCU, “Ovidius” University, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Constanța, ROMANIA
- Prof. PhD. Alin LARION, “Ovidius” University, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Constanta, ROMANIA
- Prof. PhD. Leon GOMBOȘ, Dean, “Babeș-Bolyai” University, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Cluj-Napoca, ROMANIA
- Prof. PhD. Ionel MELENCO, Dean, “Ovidius“ University, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Constanța, ROMANIA
- Prof.PhD Dana BĂDĂU, Vice-Dean, Transilvania University of Brasov, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Brașov, ROMANIA
- Prof. PhD. Bogdan Constantin RAȚĂ, Vicerector, "Vasile Alecsandri" University Of Bacău, Faculty of Movement, Sports And Health Sciences, ROMANIA
- Assoc.Prof.PhD. Gabriel MAREȘ, Vice-Dean,"Vasile Alecsandri" University Of Bacău, Faculty of Movement, Sports And Health Sciences, ROMANIA
- Assoc.Prof.PhD. Constantin ȘUFARU, "Vasile Alecsandri" University Of Bacău, Faculty of Movement, Sports And Health Sciences, ROMANIA
- Assoc.Prof.PhD. Gabriela RAVEICA, "Vasile Alecsandri" University Of Bacău, Faculty of Movement, Sports And Health Sciences, ROMANIA
- Assoc.Prof.PhD. Mihai Adrian SAVA, Vice-Dean, "Vasile Alecsandri" University Of Bacău, Faculty of Movement, Sports And Health Sciences, ROMANIA
- Prof. PhD., M.D. Mihaela ORAVITAN, West University Timisoara, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Timisoara, ROMANIA
- Ștefănescu Cătălin Aurelian, University “Dunarea de Jos” of Galați
- Ștefan Alecu, Department of Physical Education and Special Motricity, Transilvania University of Brașov
- Gheorghe Adrian Onea, Department of Physical Education and Special Motricity, Transilvania University of Brașov
ORGANISING COMMITTEE
- Prof. PhD. Germina-Alina COSMA, Director, University of Craiova, Doctoral School of Social Science and Humanities, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Prof. PhD.M.D. Ligia RUSU, Director, University of Craiova, Department of Kinetotherapy and Sports Medicine, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Assoc.Prof.PhD. Dan Iulian ALEXE, Dean, "Vasile Alecsandri" University Of Bacău, Faculty of Movement, Sports And Health Sciences, ROMANIA
- Prof. PhD. Cristian POPA, Director, Ovidius University of Constanța, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, ROMANIA
- Prof. PhD. Mihai Răzvan BARBU University of Craiova, Department of Theory and Methodology of Motor Activities, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Prof. PhD. Sorina CERNĂIANU University of Craiova, Department of Theory and Methodology of Motor Activities, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Assoc. prof. PhD. Costin NANU, Director, University of Craiova, Department of Theory and Methodology of Motor Activities, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Assoc.Prof.PhD. Dumitru BARBU, Vice-Dean, University of Craiova, Department of Theory and Methodology of Motor Activities, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Assoc.Prof.PhD. Aurora UNGUREANU-DOBRE, University of Craiova, Department of Theory and Methodology of Motor Activities, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Assoc.Prof.PhD. Doru STOICA, University of Craiova, Department of Theory and Methodology of Motor Activities, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Assoc.Prof. PhD. Constantin ALBINĂ, University of Craiova, Department of Theory and Methodology of Motor Activities, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Assoc.Prof. PhD. Alina ALBINĂ, University of Craiova, Department of Theory and Methodology of Motor Activities, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Assoc.Prof. PhD. Cătălin FORȚAN, University of Craiova, Department of Theory and Methodology of Motor Activities, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Assoc.Prof.PhD. Gabriel MANGRA, University of Craiova, Department of Theory and Methodology of Motor Activities, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Assoc.Prof.PhD. Luminița BRABIESCU CĂLINESCU, University of Craiova, Department of Theory and Methodology of Motor Activities, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Assoc.Prof. Manuela BĂCĂNOIU, University of Craiova, Department of Kinetotherapy and Sports Medicine, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Assoc.Prof. Mirela CĂLINA, University of Craiova, Department of Kinetotherapy and Sports Medicine, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Assoc.Prof.PhD. Mihai Marian DRAGOMIR, Vice-Dean, University of Craiova, Department of Kinetotherapy and Sports Medicine, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Assoc.Prof.PhD. Ilona ILINCA, Vice-Dean, University of Craiova, Department of Kinetotherapy and Sports Medicine, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Assoc.Prof. Eugenia ROȘULESCU, University of Craiova, Department of Kinetotherapy and Sports Medicine, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Assoc.Prof. Mihaela ZĂVĂLEANU, University of Craiova, Department of Kinetotherapy and Sports Medicine, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Assoc.Prof. Denisa ENESCU-BIERU, University of Craiova, Department of Kinetotherapy and Sports Medicine, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Assoc.Prof.PhD. Ana Maria VULPE, Vasile Alecsandri" University Of Bacău, Faculty of Movement, Sports And Health Sciences, ROMANIA
- Assoc.Prof.PhD. Nicolae Lucian VOINEA, Vasile Alecsandri" University Of Bacău, Faculty of Movement, Sports And Health Sciences, ROMANIA
- Assoc.Prof.PhD. Adina Camelia ȘLICARU, Vasile Alecsandri" University Of Bacău, Faculty of Movement, Sports And Health Sciences, ROMANIA
- Assoc.Prof.PhD. Alina Mihaela CRISTUȚĂ, Vasile Alecsandri" University Of Bacău, Faculty of Movement, Sports And Health Sciences, ROMANIA
- Assoc.Prof.PhD. Florin CAZAN, Vice-Dean, “Ovidius” University, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Constanța, ROMANIA
- Assoc.Prof.PhD. Adrian GEORGESCU, Vice-Dean, “Ovidius” University, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Constanța, ROMANIA
- Assoc.Prof.PhD. Damian PETCU, “Ovidius” University, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Constanța, ROMANIA
- Lecturer PhD. Daniel PĂSĂRIN, University of Craiova, Department of Theory and Methodology of Motor Activities, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Lecturer PhD. Roxana DUMITRU, University of Craiova, Department of Theory and Methodology of Motor Activities, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Lecturer PhD. Veronica MINOIU, University of Craiova, Department of Theory and Methodology of Motor Activities, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Lecturer PhD. Daniel CIOCANESCU, University of Craiova, Department of Theory and Methodology of Motor Activities, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Lecturer PhD. Dragos DIACONESCU, University of Craiova, Department of Theory and Methodology of Motor Activities, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Lecturer PhD. Mirela SHAAO, University of Craiova, Department of Theory and Methodology of Motor Activities, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Lecturer PhD. Cătălin POPESCU, University of Craiova, Department of Theory and Methodology of Motor Activities, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Lecturer PhD. George IONESCU, University of Craiova, Department of Kinetotherapy and Sports Medicine, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Lecturer PhD. Eva ILIE, University of Craiova, Department of Kinetotherapy and Sports Medicine, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Assist. Prof. PhD Andreea BUGA, University of Craiova, Department of Theory and Methodology of Motor Activities, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Assist. Prof. PhD Andreea ALBINĂ, University of Craiova, Department of Theory and Methodology of Motor Activities, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Assist. Prof. PhD Mihai RUSU, University of Craiova, Department of Theory and Methodology of Motor Activities, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Assist. Prof. PhD Daniela BADEA, University of Craiova, Department of Theory and Methodology of Motor Activities, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Assist. Prof. PhD. Michi GEAMBESA, University of Craiova, Department of Kinetotherapy and Sports Medicine, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Assist. Prof. PhD Alin BURILEANU, University of Craiova, Department of Kinetotherapy and Sports Medicine, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Assist. Prof. PhD Alexandru SIMION, University of Craiova, Department of Theory and Methodology of Motor Activities, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Assist. Prof. Catalin POPA, University of Craiova, Department of Kinetotherapy and Sports Medicine, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Assist. Prof. Denisa PIELE, University of Craiova, Department of Kinetotherapy and Sports Medicine, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Prof. dr. kt. Oana Bianca BUDEANCĂ-BABOLEA, School Center for Inclusive Education ”Sf. Vasile”, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Assist. Prof. Andreea ROȘCA, University of Craiova, Department of Kinetotherapy and Sports Medicine, Craiova, ROMANIA
- Assist. Prof. Amalia BĂZĂVAN, University of Craiova, Department of Theory and Methodology of Motor Activities, Craiova, ROMANIA
Event Programm
Here is our event schedule
35 Years of Physical Education and Sport at University of Craiova Anniversary Ceremony
Aula “Alexandru Buia”, Str. Constantin Lecca No. 26, Craiova
Registration (Ground Floor)
Opening Ceremony
Plenary Session
Chair: Prof. Dr. Sorina CERNĂIANU, University of Craiova
Prof. Dr. Hosung So, University of California, USA
Title: Global Collaboration and Organizational Resilience: Applying Theoretical, Business, and Digital Frameworks to the Development of the International Organization for Health, Sports, and Kinesiology (IOHSK)
Prof. Anton Arndt, The Swedish School of Sport and Health Sciences (GIH)
Title: Advanced Footwear Technology: Performance Enhancement and Implications for Injury
Coffee Break/Meet the sponsors
The Science Behind Training Monitoring
Radu Bidiugan, Andrei Dragomir, Octavian Amzulescu, Cristian Baltaretu, National Institute of Sports Science, Bucharest, Romania
Mihnea Marin, Ligia Rusu, Germina Cosma Doctoral School of Sports Sciences and Humanities, University of Craiova, Romania
Lunch – Ramada Restaurant
Oral Session
Session: Physical Education and Sports, Sport Performance, Sport Management
Chairs: Alina ALBINĂ, Andreea BUGA, University of Craiova
Andrei Antonie, Arto Nevala, University of Eastern Finland, Joensuu, Finland
Is God protecting me during the match? The religion as part of Romanian Elite football referees’ life
Spinu Andreea, Carmen Ene-Voiculescu, Tomescu Gabriela, Doctoral School of Sport Science and Physical Education, Institute of Doctoral Studies, Ovidius University of Constanța
Integrating Dance to Optimize Expressiveness in Aerobic Gymnastics
Marius-Ionuț Borța, Niculina-Liliana Mihăilescu, Doctoral School of Sport Science and Physical Education, Pitești University Center, National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest
Effects of Integrated Recovery On Performance And Perceived Recovery: A Year-Long Case Study in a Female 100-M Hurdler
Eron HOXHA, American School of Kosova, Prishtina, Kosovo
Comparing Competitive Anxiety Between Football Club Athletes and Non-Club Students Aged 11–12 in Kosovo
Q&A
Coffee Break/Meet the sponsors
Prof. Pierre de Hillerin, Doctoral School of Sport Science and Physical Education, Pitești University Canter, National University of Science and Technology Politehnica Bucharest
Assessing the Validity of Computational Models for Power Output in Repeated Vertical Jump Testing: A Critical View
Brandon Garcia
Smart Data, Stronger Athletes: VALD Innovations in Performance Tracking
Oral Session
Session: Physiotherapy and Sports Medicine Session
Chairs: Ligia RUSU, Eva Nicoleta ILIE, University of Craiova
Taina Avramescu, University of Craiova, FEFS, Romania
Innovative EU Projects in Rehabilitation: FEFS Insights & Impact
Ligia Rusu, University of Craiova, FEFS, Romania
Pain Phenotyping
Invited Symposia, Adrian Covaci, Michi Geambesa, Ortoprotetica, Romania
Plagiocephaly: from early diagnosis to multidisciplinary intervention — the role of physiotherapy and cranial orthoses
Invited Symposia- Lorenzo Lusvardi Guazzoni (Italy), TECAR, KINEO, Italy
Optimizing Return-to-Play: Dynamic TECAR and Myofascial Strategies for Late Sport Injury Phase
Coffee Break/Meet the sponsors
Arif Erdal, Larion Alin, University Ovidius Constanta, Romania
Beyond Limits: A smart hydrotraining approach using HUR machines and biometric analysis
Klara Kalman, University of Oradea, Romania
Diastasis Recti Abdominis in Romanian Mothers: Experiences, Awareness, and Implications for Healthy Living
Eva Ilie, University of Craiova, FEFS, Romania
The Education of Pain: Tools for Patients and Specialists
Deniz Bayraktar, Izmir Katip Celebi University, Turkey
Let's Collaborate for Mother Nature: A COST Action for Environmental Physical Activity
Invited Symposia- Lorenzo Lusvardi Guazzoni, KINEO, Italy
Closed Kinetic Chain Testing in Athletes: A Foundation for Data-Driven Performance
Alin Horia Burileanu, University of Craiova, FEFS, Romania
Muscle injuries in sports
Adrian Titus Serseniuc Urzică, Luciela Vasile, Emilian Tarcău, Theodora Ursu, Klara Kalman, University of Oradea, Romania
The influence and reliability of physical activity level, evaluated by the pai (physical activity index) questionnaire, on spinal postural deficiencies in students with kyphosis and lordosis
Simona Pața, Kineto ELS, Craiova, Romania
Telemedicine in Prenatal Recovery
Oana Bianca Budeanca Babolea, University of Craiova, FEFS, Romania
The Dialogue of Pain: Effective Communication in Pain Management
Ugur Cavlak, Biruni University, Turkey
Motor Imagery in Rehabilitation
Q&A
e-Poster session
Chair: Assoc.Prof. Constantin ALBINĂ, University of Craiova
Deans Faculty of Physical Education and Sport Forum
Physiotherapy higher education institutions Forum
Doctoral School Sports Sciences Forum Session
Hall 444, First Floor
Assoc.Prof. Lucian Burchel, Lucian Blaga University Sibiu, Faculty of Sciences, Director of the Federal Coaching School within the Romanian Football
Assoc. Prof. Andrade Bichescu, Babeș-Bolyai University, Cluj-Napoca, Romania
Assoc.Prof. Dumitru Barbu, University of Craiova
A Systemic Framework of U16-U19 football players' Training for Performance Progression
Galla Dinner- Ramada Restaurant, Str. Calea București No. 1, Craiova
LIST OF E-POSTERS
Ramada Hotel
e-Poster session
SPORTS SCIENCES (SS)
Chairs: Dumitru BARBU, Cătălin FORȚAN, Mihai Răvan BARBU
Adelina SCHEULEAC
The effects of implementing spinning as a complementary discipline on the psychomotor development of 11th-grade students
Adrian GEORGESCU,
Emilia-Andreea DAN-ZAMFIR, Cristian POPA, Ionel MELENCOStudy on the development of motod skills in high school students through the use of handball-specific training methods
Adriana SLUSAR
The role of aquatic exercise in maintaining health and morpho-functional performance in young adults
Alexandra Reta IACOBINI,
Pierre Joseph DE HILLERINThe impact of speed on lower limb control asymmetry in triple extension movement during psycho-neuro-motor training
Alexandra STAN,
Laurențiu-Gabriel TALAGHIL, Teodora-Mihaela ICONOMESCU, Germina-Alina COSMADifferences in body expression between professional and amateur dancers
Alexandru ABRAMIUC
The interaction of energy systems in the specific effort of the applied swimming and drowning rescue events in the naval pentathlon
Alexandru SIMION,
Andreea-Adriana SIMION, Andreea-Ioana VĂCUȚIntegrating sustainability and digitalization principles into sports management practices
Alexandru VLĂESCU,
Ionel MELENCOModernizing youth football training through technology-assisted global coaching
Alex-Paul SECIU,
Roxana-Nicoleta POPA, Virgil ENE-VOICULESCU, Carmen ENE-VOICULESCUFrom stability to performance: Integrating proprioceptive assessments into the training of junior II handball athletes
Andreea Natalia JURESCHI (GHEORGHE),
Luciela Maria VASILEPacing strategies and performance determinants in 200m freestyle: A cluster analysis of world championship finalists
Andreea PARSEGHIAN (FERARU),
Dumitru BARBU, Roxana DUMITRU, Cătălin Ionuț FORȚANEffects of implementing a folk dance program on certain components of coordination abilities in children aged 9-11 years
Andreea SPINU,
Carmen ENE-VOICULESCUIntegrating dance to optimize expressiveness in aerobic gymnastics
Andreea-Mihaela ALBINĂ,
Alina-Elena ALBINĂ, Andreea-Aurora-Maria BUGA, Constantin ALBINĂComparative analysis of flywheel and conventional resistance training in the development of lower-limb strength in youth athletes
Andrei ANTONIE,
Arto NEVALAIs God protecting me during the match? The religion as part of Romanian elite football referees’ life
Cătălin PĂUNESCU,
Teodor PĂUNESCUThe effect of swimming on sleep quality in university combat sport athletes following intense training
Constantin PEHOIU,
Cristian Florian SAVU, Dumitru Nicolae CRISTEACombined and complex motor qualities – their role in practicing collective sports at junior age (Nota I)
Constantin-Marian IONIȚĂ,
Monica STĂNESCUIntegrated programs of physical exercise assisted by Artificial Intelligence: Effects on physical and mental health in amateur athletes
Costina PÎSĂ (PIPEREA),
Marian DRAGOMIRImpact of specific physical training program on physical performance in a U15 girls’ basketball team
Costina PÎSĂ (PIPEREA),
Marian DRAGOMIRDevelopment of strength in basketball using specific means and methods
Cristian ȚĂRȚĂLEANU,
Marian Costin NANU, Gabriel MANGRA, Laurențiu LICĂThe effects of plyometric training on explosive strength and start length in junior swimmers
Daniel CHIVU,
Monica Delia BÎCĂIntegration of sport technology in physical education and athletic performance: A modern perspective
Daniel CHIVU,
Paul Bogdan CHIRIACUse of Artificial Intelligence-based tracking systems to optimize tactical performance in professional football players
Daniel CIOCĂNESCU,
Camelia-Simona STĂNCESCU, Dragoș CIUVĂȚ, Cătălin FORȚANComparison of accelerometric indicators in junior football players during training and competition matches
Diandra-Florentina ADAM,
Cristian POPAModern research methodologies in arm biomechanics: integrating digital wall in volleyball and handball
Doru STOICA,
Dumitru BARBU, Paul Florinel VIȘANStrategies for improving game speed in small-sided football among children aged 12–13 years
Dumitru BARBU,
Doru STOICA, Bogdan-Tony BUDESCUTraining through tactical periodization, an important benchmark for developing the specific endurance of junior football players
Ecaterina LUNGU,
Mihail ONOI, Gheorghe BRANIȘTEThe professional skills model of the future tourism specialist obtained within the instructive-tourism practice
Elena-Daniela BADEA,
Amalia-Georgeta BĂZĂVAN, Denisa NIȚU, Cristina ZAMFIRMobile applications and interactive games – modern tools for developing motor competencies in rural physical education
Emil Costin SANDOI,
Sorin IORDACHE, Mihai BRALOSTITIANUSelection and orientation of children towards football activity in primary school: motor, educational and parental analysis
Eron HOXHA
Competition anxiety in children training in football clubs vs. those not practicing any sport after school using the SCAT Test
Florin CAZAN,
George Cosmin MUŞAT, Diana Victoria GIDU, Mara Iulia DULCEAŢĂ, Florin VOINEA, Adrian Dorin GEORGESCUInfluence of a handball exercise program on the development of upper limb strength in high school students
Florin COTOS,
Bogdan-Constantin UNGUREANStatic balance and general coordination in middle school students: A comparative analysis by gender
Florin NINI,
Constantin CIORBĂAnalysis of physical effort during the game in senior basketball players
Gabriel Ioan MANGRA,
Alexandru Octavian SIMIONRegular physical exercise and its impact on life expectancy and healthy living in the european union
Gabriel-Benone ARMANU,
Bogdan-Constantin RAȚĂEffects of a combined plyometric and isometric exercise program on explosive strength development in U19 handball players
Germina COSMA,
Aurora UNGUREANU-DOBRE, Marian DOBREThe importance of plyometric training in the strength of soccer players
Ilie Andrei BADEA,
Luminița GEORGESCU, Julien Leonard FLEANCU, Ștefan TOMAWays to provide training in the game of basketball at the junior level, category 16-17 years old, depending on the energy system necessary to achieve performance
Ion MIHĂILĂ,
Florin-Valentin BIDIREANU, Camelia ARAMĂ (PANFILOIU)Optimizing pedagogical strategies: A framework for operationalizing specific competencies in physical education
Ionuț Marian GHEORGHIAN,
Liliana Niculina MIHĂILESCU, Răzvan Liviu PETREInitiation into martial arts: Characteristics of sports training in karate do in the first stage of practitioners' preparation – A systematic review
Janina-Maria GHERDAN,
Alin LARIONDesign and validation of an age-specific selection and training model for middle school basketball players
Jari MAHDI,
Luciela Maria VASILE, Alexandru DANCUEvaluation of leg power and fatigue resistance in elite breaststroke swimmers via optojump analysis
Jeawoog LEE,
Jin SHIXU, Sungje PARKAI driven deep learning video analytics for estimating pairwise distances and speeds in soccer
Jun Hee LEE,
Sungje PARKVisualization study of Korean professional basketball rankings and win-loss determinants using a parallel coordinate
Leonardo Daniel PĂSĂRIN,
Vlad Antonius SANDU, Roberto Nicuşor ȚIU, Dan Eugen COSTIN, Dragoş Laurenţiu DIACONESCU, Mаrius Cătălin POPESCU, Marian Gabriel POPABeautifying the history of a sports club in periods of low sports performance
Liliana CIUPITU,
Amalia-Raluca STEPAN, Bogdan BURCEA, Marian-Alexandru COSMAThe importance of the psychological factor in achieving performance in shooting sports - from the coaches' perspective
Luminița-Maria BRABIESCU CĂLINESCU,
Gheorghe IONESCU, Robert MUNTEANU, Mirela SHAAOStudents as consumers of fitness services
Maria SHAAO,
Marian Costin NANU, Mirela SHAAOBalancing game integrity and player mobility: athletes’ rights in the EU legal order
Marian Alexandru COSMA,
Dănuț PASCU, Florin VOINEA, Marilena COJOCARU, Adin COJOCARUAnalysis of the impact of a plyometric and ballistic program on explosive strength parameters in competitive volleyball players
Marius- Cristian UȚĂ,
Germina-Alina COSMATraining-based determinants of vault performance in junior female Gymnastics-A systematic review
Marius-Ionuț BORȚA,
Niculina-Liliana MIHĂILESCUEffects of integrated recovery on performance and perceived recovery: a year-long case study in a female 100-m hurdler
Mihaela PLĂEAȘU,
I. MELENCOServe placement and gaining tactical initiative in table tennis
Mihаi Constаntin Răzvаn BАRBU,
Vlad Antonius SANDU, Roberto Nicuşor ȚIU, Marian Gabriel POPA, Leonardo Daniel PĂSĂRIN, Dan Eugen COSTIN, Dragoş Laurenţiu DIACONESCU, Mаrius Cătălin POPESCUCultivating the fan experience through special events
Mohamed Amine LTIFI,
Cristina Ioana ALEXE, Dragoș Ioan TOHĂNEAN, Camelia Alina POTEC, Dan Iulian ALEXE, Ridha AOUADIRapid-restart protocol, faster players: A practical strategy to maximize playtime and performance
Radu ABABEI,
Anișoara SANDOVICI, Constantin NECHIFOR, Cătălina ABABEIStudy regarding the communication styles in the parent–coach relationship in beginner football teams
Raluca Maria COSTACHE,
Aurora MIHALCEADeveloping the paracyclists’ effort capacity in order to participate in sports competitions - case study
Robert DIACONESCU,
Nicolae BRAGARENCOThe impact of integrated training on rugby referees’ knowledge of the laws of the game
Suhyeon PARK,
Sungje PARKImplementation of a Real-Time Feedback System Using MediaPipe for Apparatus Pilates Movements.
Teodora Sabina BOBEȘ,
Antoanela OLTEANDigital tools, motivation and performance in physical education
Umut CANLI,
Carla Cristina VIEIRA LOURENÇO, Marta BICHOWSKA-PAWESKA, Sohom SAHA, Dan Iulian ALEXEAssessment of the relationship between movement quality and athletic performance in young basketball players
Valerică IONIȚĂ,
Luminița GEORGESCU, Ștefan TOMABody composition as a key factor in elite judo training: the specialists’ perspective
Horațiu Dacian GHEJAN,
Vlad Teodor GROSU, Alexandra Diana ZBANCA, Nicolla MANCINIC, Carlos Hervas-GOMEZ, Emilia Florina GROSUEffects of a 6-Month Virtual Reality Exergaming Intervention on Muscle Strength in 12-Year-Old Children: A Quasi-Experimental Study Using the Muscle Meter from MAT (Movement Assesment Technologies)
Ji Yeon LEE
Sungje PARKAnalysis of Fan Perceptions for Each Professional Baseball Team Using Big Data-Based Topic Modeling and Sentiment Analysis.
Sports & Exercise Medicine & Health (MH)
Chairs: Mirela CĂLINA, Eugenia ROȘULESCU, Ilona ILINCA, Denisa Bieru ENESCU
Adelina SCHEULEAC,
Elena VIZITIU LAKHDARIImpact of spinning and swimming exercises on metabolic and functional parameters in a female patient with type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM)
Adrian Titus SERSENIUC URZICĂ,
Luciela VASILE, Emilian TARCĂU, Theodora URSU, Klara KALMANThe influence and reliability of physical activity level, evaluated by the pai (physical activity index) questionnaire, on spinal postural deficiencies in students with kyphosis and lordosis
Alexandra-Mihaela IONICĂ,
Silvia-Violeta TEODORESCUThe role of physiotherapy in the development of fundamental motor skills in children receiving palliative care: a case study
Anamaria GORGAN,
Mihai DRAGOMIR, Alexandru Gabriel CHIVĂRAN, Denisa ENESCU BIERUThe relationship between resistance training and visceral fat decrease in middle aged women
Andreea Maria ROȘCA,
Mihaela ZĂVĂLEANU, Cătălin POPAInfluence of the sedentary lifestyle on spinal mobility and grip force
Andreea MIU MANEA,
Silvia TEODORESCUThe importance of early assessment using the GMA method in guiding physiotherapy intervention in newborns with perinatal hypoxia – Case study
Andreea-Daniela BRĂGUȚĂ,
Adriana-Mihaela DUMITRESCU, Taina AVRAMESCUPerceptions of telerehabilitation among physiotherapy students: opportunities and challenges
Constantin PEHOIU,
Bianca FERRARIO, Ciprian PRISĂCARUThe impact of physical exercise on the shaping of a healthy lifestyle among young girls
Cristina-Elena STOICA,
Gabriel Stănică LUPUStudy on the effectiveness of deep transverse massage in the treatment of Gonarthrosis
Denisa ENESCU BIERU,
Mirela Lucia CĂLINA, Oana Maria NEAMȚU, Marius Cristian NEAMȚU, Mihai Robert RUSU, Anamaria GORGANDifferences between sports regarding muscular parameters
Denisa PIELE,
Ligia RUSU, Oana Bianca BUDEANCA-BABOLEA, Eva ILIE, Catalin POPA, Andreea Daniela BRAGUTAThe role of physical exercise in managing lymphedema and enhancing quality of life in post-mastectomy patients
Dumitru Niculae CRISTEA,
Cristian-Florian SAVU, Bogdan ALEXANDRU, Luciana-Roberta CRISTEAPhysical exercise, a means specific to physical education and physical therapy used in the recovery of coxarthrosis
Elena RABOLU,
Geanina TOMA, Ioana Cristina NEAGOE, Ştefan TOMAKinesiotherapeutic approaches integrated into the functional recovery of patients suffering from coxarthrosis
Elena-Adelina PANAET,
Huseyin Sahin UYSAL, Pamela PATANÈ, Bogdan-Alexandreu ANTOHEResearch trends in the field of myofascial relsease techniques. A bibliometric and visual analysis
Eugenia ROȘULESCU,
Radu ROȘULESCU, Ilona ILINCAExtracorporeal shock wave therapy in spastic upper limb rehabilitation – a comparative approach
Eva ILIE,
Oana Bianca BUDEANCA-BABOLEA, Denisa PIELE, Andreea Daniela BRAGUTA, Cătălin POPAThe effects of integrating breathing exercises into a rehabilitation program on vital capacity in preadolescents with postural deficit
Gabriela Monica IONESCU,
Constantin PEHOIUThe impact of kinetic programs on improving the quality of life of pregnant women
George Emilian MINOIU,
Ivan SIRAKOV, Veronica MINOIUHeart rate variability and performance in orienteering: a longitudinal case study
Ileana CRĂCIUN,
Laura Ramona PĂUNEvaluation of muscle training using the tensiomyography parameters
Ionela-Ramona MARINCA,
Ligia RUSUThe effectiveness of neuromuscular taping in the management of ocular torticollis in children
Iordănica-Daniela MARCU (BUTA),
Carmen ENE-VOICULESCUThe effects of physical exercise with data-driven intelligent devices on mitigating digital-use–related postural risks in Generation Z
João BOMBAÇA,
Daniel DUȚĂ, Răducu POPESCU, George Cosmin MUȘAT, Nicoleta Daniela CALOTĂ, Diana Victoria GIDUThe importance of physical exercise in individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus
Manuela Violeta BĂCĂNOIU,
Andrei Ionuț SPÎNU, Mircea DĂNOIU, Gabriela OLARUDigital and physical activity interventions in neurodegenerative diseases: a systematic review on cognitive and motor outcomes in Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease
Michi GEAMBESA,
Mihaela ZAVĂLEANUDigital innovations and mHealth support in physical therapy for a complex rheumatological condition - Rheumatoid Arthritis
Mihaela ZĂVĂLEANU,
Michi GEAMBESA, Gheorghe IONESCU, Alin BURILEANUThe perception of family members on participation and daily activities of people with disabilities
Mihaela-Maria TIMU (VASILESCU),
Marius STOICAThe importance of Pilates in the management of chronic nonspecific low back pain – Case study
Mirela Lucia CĂLINA,
Denisa ENESCU-BIERU, Mihai Robert RUSUTherapeutic management of rotator cuff tendinopathies in athletes
Mohamed Amine LTIFI,
Cristina Ioana ALEXE, Michal WILK, Dan Iulian ALEXE, Mohamed Souhaiel CHELLYEnhancing early childhood development: Mini-trampoline training for cognitive and motor benefits
Monoem HADDAD,
Maha SELLAMI, Mohamed A. ELRAYESSChanges in body composition and physical activity following eight weeks of moderate-intensity training in adults 30–60 years old
Nicoleta Daniela CALOTĂ,
Adriana CHIRICĂ, Diana Victoria GIDU, George MUȘAT, Ionuț Gabriel TĂNASE, Cristian POPA, Antoanela OLTEANThe rehabilitation of the tennis player lateral epicondylitis on the dominant side by the use of the ai devices – a case study
Nicoleta Florența CARAIVAN,
Luminița Ionela GEORGESCU, Claudia Camelia BURCEA, Elena Ioana ICONARU, Ion MIHĂILĂ, Vladimir POTOPContributions to the optimization of functional recovery in patients undergoing revision total hip arthroplasty for acetabular defects through computer-assisted kinesiotherapy
Nicoleta Florența CARAIVAN,
Luminița Ionela GEORGESCU, Claudia Camelia BURCEA, Elena Ioana ICONARU, Ion MIHĂILĂ, Vladimir POTOPQuality of life and rehabilitation efficiency in patients undergoing revision total hip arthroplasty with acetabular defects
Oana Bianca BUDEANCA-BABOLEA,
Denisa PIELE, Eva ILIE, Catalin POPA, Andreea Daniela BRAGUTA, George IONESCU, Alexandru CHIVARANComparative analysis of spinal deviations frequency in adolescents with multiple sensory impairments and typical adolescents using spinal mouse idiag
Rareș Andrei CÎRCIUMARU
Biomechanic and technologic approach of knee rehabilitation after ACL reconstruction
Ruben SANCHEZ-GOMEZ,
Elena Adelina PANAET, Anna ZWIERZCHOWSKA, Dennis ČAUŠEVIĆ, Dan Iulian ALEXEFoot orthoses modulate tensor fasciae latae activity during running depending on foot type
Svetlana SAVIȚCHI,
Eugeniu AGAPII, Oxana DARII, Alexandr TÎMCIUCPostural stability improvement through simulated hippotherapy in adults with chronic low back pain: a practical rehabilitation approach
Taina AVRAMESCU
Innovative EU projects in rehabilitation: insights and impact
Vlad Adrian GEANTĂ,
Pierre Joseph DE HILLERINAssessment of lower-limb average power using jump-based models and short-duration ergometer tests: preliminary evidence of significant differences
Ilona ILINCA,
Eugenia ROȘULESCU, Radu ROȘULESCUThe effectiveness of neuromuscular rehabilitation on upper extremity function in post-stroke patients at the comprehensive physical rehabilitation center
Chair: Dumitru BARBU, Andreea ALBINĂ, University of Craiova
Monoem Haddad, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Associate Professor, Qatar University
Sleep, Activity, and Cognition: Integrating Objective and Subjective Approaches to Promote Health and Academic Performance
Andreea Albină, Iulia Burileanu, Germina Cosma, University of Craiova, FEFS, Romania
Empowering PE Students for Complex Problem-Solving: An Interdisciplinary SPIEP Training Initiative
Mihaela Zăvăleanu, Marian Costin Nanu, University of Craiova, FEFS, Romania
Active or sedentary and quality of life
Special guests: Ionut RADA, Maria SHAAO
Students Session
Chairs: Aurora UNGUREANU-DOBRE, Mirela SHAAO, University of Craiova
Physiotherapy and Sports Medicine Session
Phd. Jiska Kempen, Senior Product Specialist at Lode Bv.
The Transformative Role of Modern Medical Technology in Sports Medicine – A Hands-On Workshop with Excalibur Sport by Lode (ICMET)
Marinela Rață, University Vasile Alecsandri, Bacău, Romania
Bio-Psycho-Social Perspectives on Enhancing Individual Functionality through Occupational Therapy
Coffee break.
Klara Kalman, University of Oradea, Romania
Physiotherapeutic Approach to Diastasis Recti: From Assessment to Rehabilitation
Adrian Dumitrache, Kineto Plus, Craiova
Role of new technologies tools for assessment and rehab management after ACL surgery: clinical application platform Kinvent
Lunch
Physiotherapy and Sports Medicine Session
Loredana Ștefan, Simona Pața, Ilie Eva, Kineto ELS, Craiova, Romania
Posture Recalibration: Small Adjustments, Big Transformations
Oana Budeanca-Babolea, University of Craiova, FEFS, Romania
Non-formal Methods Applied in Recovery
Certificate awarding ceremony
Closing ceremony
Workshop SPORT-IE
Assoc. Prof. Radu Predoiu, Prof. Germina-Alina Cosma
Workshop: Implicit/Unconscious Aggression and Sports Performance
Invited speakers: Dr.Gabriela Szabó, Ciprian Marica, Cristina Zamfir
Event Speakers
Here are some of our speakers
Hosung So, Ph.D.
Professor, Department of Kinesiology
Prof. Toni Arndt
Professor in Sport Science, Department of Physiology, Nutrition and Biomechanics, Section for Laboratories
Phd. Jiska Kempen
Senior Product Specialist at Lode Bv, Netherland
Lorenzo Lusvardi Guazzoni
Coordinator of the Globus Academy, Specialist in Sports Rehabilitation
Monoem Haddad
Assoc.Prof.PhD., Qatar University, College of Sport Sciences, QATAR
Accomodation
Her are some nearby hotels
REGISTRATION
Conference Registration Fees
- First Author (1 paper): €150
Includes full access to all conference activities and the official conference materials (including the conference map). - Co-author (with physical attendance): €75
Grants access to all conference activities. - PhD Students: €75
Includes access to all conference activities and the official conference materials (including the conference map). - Undergraduate Students: €50
Includes access to all conference activities and the official conference materials (including the conference map). - Participants without a Paper: €75
Includes access to all conference activities. - Workshop-Only Participation (31 October 2025 - 1 November 2025) : 150 RON. Applicable to physiotherapist participants .
The workshop will receive 8 EMC.
Participants to workshop that wish to participate to social event on 31 October 2025 evening will pay 75 euro.
Full registration implies payment of the conference fee and submission of the registration form. The deadline for paying the fee and sending proof of payment by email is October 20, 2025. Please note that the participants who do not pay the conference fee by 20 October, 2025 will not be included in the final draft of the conference programme.
The fee covers the conference folder, the certificate of attendance, the refreshments during coffee breaks, the lunch on 31 October and the dinner on 31October, for one conference participant. If co-authors attend, each of them has to register.
The fees for the workshops will be pay separate according to the workshop registration. On field of physiotherapy the participants will receive EMC credits from Romanian College of Physiotherapy.
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WORKSHOP
Formular de înregistrare pentru fizioterapeuți
The workshop will receive 8 EMC.
Participants to workshop that wish to participate to social event on 31 October 2025 evening will pay 75 euro.




















