Smith+Nephew and UFC to host first-of-its-kind medical education course for treatment of injuries in combat sport athletes

Core Insights - Smith+Nephew announces the inaugural Smith+Nephew UFC Combat Sports Medicine Course scheduled for February 20-21, 2025, in Las Vegas, Nevada, aimed at addressing combat sports injuries [1][4] - The course will feature discussions led by renowned medical experts and will be livestreamed for online attendees, enhancing accessibility [2][4] - The popularity of combat sports is on the rise, with participation in Martial Arts in the U.S. increasing by 31% from 2010 to 2023, reaching 6.6 million participants [3] Company Overview - Smith+Nephew is a global medical technology company focused on the repair, regeneration, and replacement of soft and hard tissue, with annual sales of $5.5 billion in 2023 [6][7] - The company operates in over 100 countries and employs approximately 18,000 individuals dedicated to improving patient outcomes through innovative technologies [6][7] - Smith+Nephew was named the Preferred Sports Medicine Technology Partner of UFC in March 2024, highlighting its commitment to combat sports medicine [4] Industry Context - The combat sports industry is experiencing significant growth, with hundreds of millions of individuals participating in various disciplines such as Mixed Martial Arts, Boxing, and Judo [3] - The UFC, as the premier mixed martial arts organization, boasts over 700 million fans and broadcasts to more than 975 million TV households globally [8]