Journal of Orthopaedics Study and Sports Medicine

Aim and Objectives

Journal of Orthopaedics Study and Sports Medicine is dedicated to advancing research and clinical practice in orthopaedics and sports medicine. JOSSM offers an international forum for clinicians, researchers, physical therapists, and athletic care specialists to publish rigorous original research, reviews, and clinical reports that enhance understanding of musculoskeletal disorders, promote evidence-based treatment and rehabilitation, and support innovation in sports injury prevention, management, and performance optimization.

Article Types
JOSSM accepts the following article categories:

• Original Research Articles (2000–4500 words)
• Review Articles and Mini Reviews (1200–5000 words)
• Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (2500–7000 words)
• Case Reports (1000–2500 words)
• Case Series (1500–3500 words)
• Technical Notes / Short Communications (600–1500 words)

Appeals Procedure
Authors may appeal editorial decisions within 14 days if they believe there was a factual or procedural error during review. Appeals are evaluated independently by the editorial team, and the final decision is made by the Editor-in-Chief.

Research Integrity and Plagiarism Policy
JOSSM follows strict ethical publishing standards and screens all submissions using plagiarism detection software such as iThenticate or Turnitin. Plagiarism, duplicate publication, data fabrication, and unethical practices are not tolerated and may result in rejection or retraction of the article.

Authorship Criteria
The journal follows ICMJE authorship guidelines. Authors must have significantly contributed to the study design, data analysis, manuscript preparation, final approval, and accountability for the published work.

Authorship Changes
Requests for authorship changes must be submitted before manuscript acceptance with written consent from all authors. Post-acceptance changes are considered only in exceptional cases.

Post-Acceptance
Accepted manuscripts undergo copyediting, formatting, and proofreading before publication. Authors receive page proofs for final corrections and are expected to respond within 48 hours.

Post-Publication Corrections
Minor errors may be corrected directly, while significant errors may require a corrigendum, erratum, expression of concern, or retraction depending on the severity of the issue.

Manuscript Structure

Authors submitting manuscripts to the Journal of Orthopaedics Study and Sports Medicine should organize their papers according to the following structure:

1. Title Page

• Full manuscript title
• Running title (if applicable)
• Author names and affiliations
• Corresponding author details
• ORCID ID (optional)

2. Abstract

Provide a structured or unstructured abstract depending on the article type, followed by 3–6 keywords.

3. Introduction

Clearly explain the background, rationale, objectives, and significance of the study.

4. Materials and Methods

Describe the study design, methodology, sample selection, statistical analysis, and ethical approval details where applicable.

5. Results

Present the findings clearly using text, tables, and figures where necessary.

6. Discussion

Interpret the results, compare with previous studies, discuss limitations, and explain the clinical or scientific significance.

7. Conclusion

Summarize the major findings and overall implications of the study.

8. Acknowledgements

Mention contributors, funding sources, or institutional support if applicable.

9. Conflict of Interest

Authors must disclose any financial or non-financial conflicts of interest.

10. References

References should be formatted according to the journal’s prescribed citation style.

11. Tables and Figures

All tables and figures should be numbered consecutively with appropriate titles and legends.

Manuscript Submission
All manuscripts submitted to the Journal of Orthopaedics Study and Sports Medicine must be submitted through the journal’s official online submission system, which manages the complete editorial, peer review, and publication process from submission to final publication.

Submitted manuscripts must represent original and unpublished work and should not be under consideration by any other journal simultaneously. The corresponding author is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the manuscript, coordinating communication with the journal, and ensuring that all listed authors meet the journal’s authorship requirements.

For pre-submission inquiries or technical assistance, authors may contact the editorial office through the journal’s official communication channels.

Submission Preparation Checklist

Before submitting a manuscript to the Journal of Orthopaedics Study and Sports Medicine, authors are requested to ensure that the following requirements have been completed:
• The manuscript is original, unpublished, and not under consideration by another journal.
• The submission follows the journal’s formatting and author guidelines.
• The title page includes complete author information and corresponding author details.
• An abstract and relevant keywords have been provided.
• All tables, figures, and illustrations are properly labelled and cited within the text.
• References are formatted according to the journal’s citation style.
• Ethical approval and patient consent statements are included where applicable.
• Conflict of interest and funding disclosures have been clearly stated.
• The manuscript has been checked for grammar, spelling, and language quality.
• A plagiarism check has been performed, and the manuscript complies with the journal’s originality policy.
• All authors have reviewed and approved the final version of the manuscript before submission.