Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma

Aims & Scope

Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma is devoted exclusively to the diagnosis and management of hard and soft tissue trauma, including injuries to bone, muscle, ligament, and tendons, as well as spinal cord injuries.

Under the guidance of a distinguished international board of editors, the journal provides the most current information on diagnostic techniques, new and improved surgical instruments and procedures, surgical implants and prosthetic devices, bioplastics and biometals; and physical therapy and rehabilitation.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	1.8
2024	1.60

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.903

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

h-index

Year	Value
2024	150

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	5670

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	1482

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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.

• Fracture and Dislocation Classification Compendium—2018

  Citation: 2058

  Authors: EG, J, CS, MD, JF

• Fracture and Dislocation Classification Compendium - 2007

  Citation: 1914

  Authors: J. L., Theddy F., Julie, J. Scott, William, Thomas A., Laura, Michael S., Bruce, Brad, Laurent

• Morbidity at Bone Graft Donor Sites

  Citation: 1567

  Authors: Edward M., Michael W.

• Posttraumatic Osteoarthritis: A First Estimate of Incidence, Prevalence, and Burden of Disease

  Citation: 774

  Authors: Thomas D, Richard C, Charles L, J Lawrence, Joseph A

• Patient Rating of Wrist Pain and Disability: A Reliable and Valid Measurement Tool

  Citation: 691

  Authors: Joy C., Tom, Robert S., Mark, James H.

• Biomechanics of Locked Plates and Screws

  Citation: 584

  Authors: Kenneth A., Erik N., Eric, Frederick J., Kenneth J.

• Autograft, Allograft, and Bone Graft Substitutes: Clinical Evidence and Indications for Use in the Setting of Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery

  Citation: 561

  Authors: Paul, Deborah J., Darryl A., Hassan S., Richard S., Kenneth J.

• Treatment of Acute Midshaft Clavicle Fractures: Systematic Review of 2144 Fractures

  Citation: 525

  Authors: Michael, Boris A, Peter A, Kyle, Michael D

• Complications Following Internal Fixation of Unstable Distal Radius Fracture With a Palmar Locking-Plate

  Citation: 524

  Authors: Rohit, Martin, Alfred, Dietmar, David Espen, Markus

• Orthogeriatric Care Models and Outcomes in Hip Fracture Patients

  Citation: 502

  Authors: Konstantin V., Houman, James L.

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