Occupational Therapy International

Aims & Scope

Occupational Therapy International is a peer-reviewed journal, publishing manuscripts that reflect the practice of occupational therapy throughout the world.

Research studies or original concept papers are considered for publication.

Priority for publication will be given to research studies that provide recommendations for evidence-based practice and demonstrate the effectiveness of a specific treatment method.

Single subject case studies evaluating treatment effectiveness are also encouraged.

Other topics that are appropriate for the journal include reliability and validity of clinical instruments, assistive technology, community rehabilitation, cultural comparisons, health promotion and wellness.

Metrics & Ranking

Abstracting & Indexing

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

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ)
• Web of Science
• Medline
• PubMed

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.

Licensing & Copyright

This journal operates under an Open Access model. Articles are freely accessible to the public immediately upon publication. The content is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0), allowing users to share and adapt the work with proper attribution.

Copyright remains with the author(s), and no permission is required for non-commercial use, provided the original source is cited.

Policy Links

This section provides access to essential policy documents, guidelines, and resources related to the journal’s publication and submission processes.

• Aims scope
• Homepage
• Oa statement
• Author instructions
• License terms
• Review url
• Board url
• Copyright url
• Plagiarism url
• Preservation url
• Apc url
• License

Plagiarism Policy

This journal follows a plagiarism policy. All submitted manuscripts are screened using reliable plagiarism detection software to ensure originality and academic integrity. Authors are responsible for proper citation and acknowledgment of all sources, and any form of plagiarism, including self-plagiarism, will not be tolerated.

For more details, please refer to our official: Plagiarism Policy.

APC Details

The journal’s Article Processing Charge (APC) policies support open access publishing in Health Professions and Medicine, ensuring accessibility and quality in research dissemination.

This journal requires an Article Processing Charge (APC) to support open access publishing, covering peer review, editing, and distribution. The current APC is 1,550.00 USD. Learn more.

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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.

• Task‐specific training: evidence for and translation to clinical practice

  Citation: 359

  Authors: Isobel J., Mark W., Cheryl, Leeanne M.

• Comparison of Rolyan and Jamar dynamometers for measuring grip strength

  Citation: 260

  Authors: Virgil

• Barriers to the use of assistive technology for children with multiple disabilities

  Citation: 196

  Authors: Jodie, Jenny

• Effectiveness of a peer‐support community in addiction recovery: participation as intervention

  Citation: 129

  Authors: Rosemary A, Linda M, Maria, Anna June

• Effects of Action Observational Training Plus Brain–Computer Interface‐Based Functional Electrical Stimulation on Paretic Arm Motor Recovery in Patient with Stroke: A Randomized Controlled Trial

  Citation: 129

  Authors: TaeHoon, SeongSik, ByoungHee

• Teacher stress and coping strategies used to reduce stress

  Citation: 122

  Authors: Vicky, Surya, Steven

• The influence of virtual reality on playfulness in children with cerebral palsy: a pilot study

  Citation: 98

  Authors: Denise

• The relationship between occupational balance and health: a pilot study

  Citation: 95

  Authors: A.A., M., M., N., B., L., M., K.

• Service Dogs and People with Physical Disabilities Partnerships: A Systematic Review

  Citation: 88

  Authors: Melissa, Terry K., Ingrid

• Reducing anxiety by pre‐operative education: make the future familiar

  Citation: 85

  Authors: Nicola Jane