Journal of Dance Medicine and Science

Aims & Scope

Each issue focuses on bringing you the current results of clinical and experimental research.

The aim of the Journal of Dance Medicine & Science is to provide you with one source for up-to-date information.

Featured articles are drawn from the fields of: Anatomy and Physiology Biomechanics General Medicine Sports Medicine and Surgery Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physical Therapy Dance Education Kinesiology Psychology Nutrition and Diet Each year the Journal brings you original articles with a focus on the identification, treatment, rehabilitation, and prevention of illness and injuries in dancers.

Articles emphasize the application of scientific principles to current practice.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	1.6
2024	1.10

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	12339

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	117

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.462

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

h-index

Year	Value
2024	44

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Abstracting & Indexing

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

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science

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Subjects & Keywords

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

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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.

• The Relationship between Passion and Injury in Dance Students

  Citation: 120

  Authors: Blanka, Sylvie, Robert J.

• Musculoskeletal Injuries and Pain in Dancers a Systematic Review Update

  Citation: 81

  Authors: Craig L., Cesar A., J. David

• Assessing and Reporting Dancer Capacities, Risk Factors, and Injuries

  Citation: 75

  Authors: Marijeanne, Marshall, Jennifer M., Thomas M.

• Injuries in a Professional Ballet Dance Company: A 10-year Retrospective Study

  Citation: 65

  Authors: Prem N., Joseph, Johnny, Kevin E., Patrick C.

• Perceptions of the Motivational Climate, Need Satisfaction, and Indices of Well- and Ill-Being among Hip Hop Dancers

  Citation: 58

  Authors: Eleanor, Joan L.

• Energetic Efficiency, Menstrual Irregularity, and Bone Mineral Density in Elite Professional Female Ballet Dancers

  Citation: 58

  Authors: Ashley F., Jeremy D., Brenda M.

• Injuries in Professional Modern Dancers Incidence, Risk Factors, and Management

  Citation: 54

  Authors: Selina, David S., Raoul J.

• Psychological Risk Factors and Outcomes of Dance Injury: A Systematic Review

  Citation: 54

  Authors: Lynda M., Caitlin

• Dancers’ Perceptions of Pain and Injury

  Citation: 51

  Authors: Helen, Jennifer

• Psychological Aspects of Fatigue-Related Injuries in Dancers

  Citation: 50

  Authors: Marijeanne, Julietta M.

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