To promote worldwide the importance of high quality in the therapy and rehabilitation of the shoulder and elbow. To promote worldwide cultural exchanges between healthcare professionals involved in the theme of therapy and rehabilitation of the shoulder and elbow. To promote global communication among various health professionals in the field of therapy and rehabilitation of the shoulder and elbow to improve patient care. To promote worldwide high-quality research and education in the field of therapy and rehabilitation of the shoulder and elbow. To promote worldwide a standardized terminology in the field of therapy and rehabilitation of the shoulder and elbow. To promote communication and dissemination of information to other organizations active in the field of trauma, diseases, surgery, therapy and rehabilitation of the shoulder and elbow. The purposes of the Association may also be pursued by supporting the organization of a triennial International Congress - ICSSET (International Congress of Societies of Shoulder & Elbow Therapy), possibly in conjunction with the ICSES (International Congress Shoulder & Elbow Surgery), and/or providing scientific support to all other systems available for cultural training and teaching worldwide over the years.