Physiotherapy Theory and Practice

Aims & Scope

The aim of Physiotherapy Theory and Practice is to provide an international, peer-reviewed forum for the publication, dissemination, and discussion of recent developments and current research in physiotherapy/physical therapy.

The journal accepts original quantitative and qualitative research reports, theoretical papers, systematic literature reviews, clinical case reports, and technical clinical notes.

Physiotherapy Theory and Practice; promotes post-basic education through reports, reviews, and updates on all aspects of physiotherapy and specialties relating to clinical physiotherapy.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	1.5
2024	1.60

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.683

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q2

h-index

Year	Value
2024	61

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	8357

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	1535

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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
• Medline

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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.

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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 efficacy of pain neuroscience education on musculoskeletal pain: A systematic review of the literature

  Citation: 534

  Authors: Adriaan, Kory, Emilio J., Ina

• The clinical effects of Kinesio^®Tex taping: A systematic review

  Citation: 263

  Authors: D., D., H., C. G.

• A psychometric evaluation of the Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia — from a physiotherapeutic perspective

  Citation: 214

  Authors: Mari K. E., Jorma, Sven G.

• The impact of therapeutic alliance in physical therapy for chronic musculoskeletal pain: A systematic review of the literature

  Citation: 207

  Authors: Meredith, Jasmine, Amanda Floyd, Kaitlin, Maximilian, Derek

• Reliability of shoulder range of motion comparing a goniometer to a digital level

  Citation: 196

  Authors: Michael J, Malachy P, Christopher P, Timothy F

• Reliability, construct validity, and responsiveness of the neck disability index and numeric pain rating scale in patients with mechanical neck pain without upper extremity symptoms

  Citation: 196

  Authors: Ian A., James, Raymond, Firas, Joshua A.

• Clinometric properties of the six-minute walk test in individuals undergoing rehabilitation poststroke

  Citation: 195

  Authors: George D, John L, Leah, Susan

• Clinical biopsychosocial physiotherapy assessment of patients with chronic pain: The first step in pain neuroscience education

  Citation: 186

  Authors: Amarins J., C. Paul, Mira, Jo

• The body and physiotherapy

  Citation: 169

  Authors: David A, Barbara E

• A literature review of studies evaluating gluteus maximus and gluteus medius activation during rehabilitation exercises

  Citation: 169

  Authors: Michael P., Lori A, Janice K.

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