Aims & Scope

British Journal of Sports Medicine (BJSM) is a multi-media portal that provides original research, reviews and debate relating to clinically-relevant aspects of sport and exercise medicine, including physiotherapy, physical therapy and rehabilitation.

We contribute to innovation (research), education (teaching and learning) and knowledge translation (implementing research into practice and policy).

Our web, print, video and audio material, combined with active social media, serves the international community of clinicians who treat active people.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year Value
2025 16.2
2024 11.60

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year Value
2024 4.724

Quartile

Year Value
2024 Q1

Journal Rank

Year Value
2024 317

Journal Citation Indicator

Year Value
2024 7484

Impact Factor Trend


Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.


Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Health Professions and Medicine, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.


Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.


Quick Facts

Current Factor
16.2
First Published: 2025

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

SJR
4.724
First Published: 2024

Quartile

Current Quartile
Q1
First Published: 2024

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