Journal of Physical Therapy Science

Aims & Scope

The Journal of Physical Therapy Science is the official academic journal of the Society of Physical Therapy Science.

It was first published in 1989, and is now published monthly.

The aim of the Journal of Physical Therapy Science (JPTS) is to accelerate the progress of physical therapy research in Asia and other areas.

Original papers submitted to the journal should deal with significant topics of interest in physical therapy.

All papers are subjected to peer review.

JPTS also accepts submissions from non-members of the society.

Abstracting & Indexing

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

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Health Professions, 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.

• Minimal clinically important difference for grip strength: a systematic review

  Citation: 196

  Authors: Richard W

• The relationship between smartphone use and subjective musculoskeletal symptoms and university students

  Citation: 140

  Authors: Hyo-Jeong, Jin-Seop

• Effect of virtual reality dance exercise on the balance, activities of daily living, and depressive disorder status of Parkinson’s disease patients

  Citation: 135

  Authors: Nam-Yong, Dong-Kyu, Hyun-Seung

• Effect of duration of smartphone use on muscle fatigue and pain caused by forward head posture in adults

  Citation: 121

  Authors: Seong-Yeol, Sung-Ja

• Comparison of Reliability of Isometric Leg Muscle Strength Measurements Made Using a Hand-Held Dynamometer with and without a Restraining Belt

  Citation: 119

  Authors: Munenori, Hiroshi

• Measurements of Balance: Comparison of the Timed "Up and Go" Test and Functional Reach Test with the Berg Balance Scale

  Citation: 109

  Authors: Scott, Kathryn, Allan, Holly, Bob, Saundra

• Concurrent Validity and Test-retest Reliability of the OPTOGait Photoelectric Cell System for the Assessment of Spatio-temporal Parameters of the Gait of Young Adults

  Citation: 108

  Authors: Myung Mo, Chang Ho, Kyoung Jin, Sang Woo, Doo Chul, Seung Ho

• The effect of smartphone usage time on posture and respiratory function

  Citation: 108

  Authors: Sang In, Na Kyung, Kyung Woo, Kyoung, Do Youn

• Visual Biofeedback Balance Training Using Wii Fit after Stroke: A Randomized Controlled Trial

  Citation: 98

  Authors: Luciana, Luanda André Collange, Fernanda, Paulo Roberto Garcia, Afonso Shiguemi Inoue, Claudia Santos

• Effect of virtual reality games on stroke patients’ balance, gait, depression, and interpersonal relationships

  Citation: 98

  Authors: Gui bin, Eun cho