Journal of Musculoskeletal Surgery and Research

Aims & Scope

The journal is an Open Access online journal, and with the help of the experienced international editorial board, the journal aims to provide a complete and reliable source of information about the latest research and developments in the field of musculoskeletal research and contribute towards the improvement of quality of health care.

The journal aims to provide a platform for the exchange of new clinical and scientific information in the most precise and expeditious way on disorders related to the musculoskeletal system, which includes research from Orthopedic and Spine surgeons, Rheumatologists, Basic Scientists, Rehabilitation and Physiotherapy specialist, Orthopedic Nursing and Educationists.

The journal will be essential reading for professionals and researchers who wish to keep abreast of the latest developments in the field.

The journal publishes all types of papers; editorials, systematic reviews, narrative reviews, original research, basic science and experimental research, surgical tips and techniques, case reports, book reviews, letters to editors, clinical practice guidelines, and orthopedic training and educational research.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	0.3

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	24260

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	53

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.154

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q4

h-index

Year	Value
2024	7

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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 Health Professions and Medicine, 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.

• Artificial intelligence application in bone fracture detection

  Citation: 25

  Authors: Ahmed, Sultan

• The prevalence of text neck syndrome and its association with smartphone use among medical students in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

  Citation: 25

  Authors: Kholoud T., Rakan M., Samar A., Reema A., Alhanouf J., Mahdi M.

• The stages of rehabilitation following motor nerve transfer surgery

  Citation: 23

  Authors: JoshuaL, LewisC, RichardD, DevanshiT, Caroline, DominicM

• The surgical management of traumatic neuromas

  Citation: 18

  Authors: Tom, Amit, DominicM

• Proficiency-based progression simulation training for more than an interesting educational experience

  Citation: 18

  Authors: AnthonyG

• Flatfoot among school-age children in Almadinah Almunawwarah: Prevalence and risk factors

  Citation: 14

  Authors: AbdullahM, FaisalF, OsamaA, AhmedH, MeyasserM, OmarA, KhalidI

• Usefulness of immersive virtual reality simulation during femoral nail application in an orthopedic fracture skills course

  Citation: 14

  Authors: Claudia, Pedro, MarcoA, Jimena

• Management of the scarred nerve using porcine submucosa extracellular matrix nerve wraps

  Citation: 12

  Authors: Dominic, PieterWillem, Okezika

• Comparison of musculoskeletal pain prevalence between medical and surgical specialty residents in a major hospital in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

  Citation: 10

  Authors: Abdullah, Salman, Abdullah, Faisal, Emad

• The evolution of nerve transfer restoration of shoulder function

  Citation: 9

  Authors: DominicM, Sunil, Mohammad, Devanshi, Lewis, Richard

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