Rehabilitation Oncology

Aims & Scope

Rehabilitation Oncology is an indexed resource for the dissemination of peer-reviewed research-based evidence related to oncologic physical therapy and cancer rehabilitation.

The journal provides a forum for scientific and professional exchange among researchers and practitioners throughout the world.

The journal serves as the official journal for the Academy of Oncologic Physical Therapy.

High standards of quality are maintained through a rigorous, double-blinded peer-review process and adherence to ethical standards of the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors.

With the editorial board comprised of a panel of preeminent researchers and clinical scholars, Rehabilitation Oncology publishes articles of global relevance that support evidenced-based practice of oncologic physical therapy and cancer rehabilitation along with research reports that contribute to the foundational sciences of oncologic physical therapy, ranging from biomechanics to exercise science.

Rehabilitation Oncology publishes systematic reviews directed to specific clinical questions, original research articles with cutting edge interventions underpinned by sound rationale, case studies that describe unusual conditions, and clinical guidelines, clinical perspectives and commentary that further the science and practice of oncologic physical therapy.

Rehabilitation Oncology promotes the integration of evidence into theory, education, research, and practice of oncologic physical therapy and cancer rehabilitation, spanning the continuum from pathophysiology to societal participation.

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Metrics & Ranking

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.261

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q3

h-index

Year	Value
2024	18

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2024	1.00

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	18156

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	70

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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, Medicine and Nursing, 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.

• BREAST CANCER EDGE TASK FORCE OUTCOMES: Clinical Measures of Pain

  Citation: 53

  Authors: Shana, Laura, Antoinette

• Effects of Aerobic Exercise Training on Peak Aerobic Capacity, Fatigue, and Psychological Factors During Radiation for Breast Cancer

  Citation: 37

  Authors: Jacqueline S., Holly, Shawn, Jennifer, Thomas J., William M., Lynn E.

• An Executive Summary of Reports From an International Multidisciplinary Roundtable on Exercise and Cancer: Evidence, Guidelines, and Implementation

  Citation: 36

  Authors: Kristin L., Kerri M., Alpa V., Lynn H., Charles E., Anne M., Martijn M., Nicole L., Kathryn H., G. Stephen

• Feasibility and Functional Outcomes of Children and Adolescents Undergoing Preoperative Chemotherapy Prior to a Limb-Sparing Procedure or Amputation

  Citation: 31

  Authors: Angela Meyer, Wei, Michael, Alberto, Deo Kumar, Michael, Bhaskar, Terry, Kirsten K.

• The Effects of Tai Chi and Walking on Fatigue and Body Mass Index in Women Living with Breast Cancer: A Pilot Study

  Citation: 30

  Authors: Mary Lou, Laurie, Rhonda J., Nicole, Saralynn, Lora

• BREAST CANCER EDGE TASK FORCE OUTCOMES: Assessment Measures of Secondary Lymphedema in Breast Cancer Survivors

  Citation: 29

  Authors: Marisa, Claire, Kim, Kathryn

• The Role of Rehabilitation in Patients Receiving Hospice and Palliative Care

  Citation: 28

  Authors: Marcos, Noelle Marie, Allison

• Oncology Section EDGE Task Force on Cancer: Measures of Cancer-Related Fatigue—A Systematic Review

  Citation: 28

  Authors: Mary Insana, Claire, Hannah, Deborah

• Measuring Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy in Children: Development of the Ped-mTNS and Pilot Study Results

  Citation: 27

  Authors: Laura S, Lynn, Mary C.

• Mirror Therapy for Phantom Limb Pain at a Pediatric Oncology Institution

  Citation: 27

  Authors: Doralina L., Cassandra N., Brenda D., Jianrong, Huiyun, Brian M., Kristin, Laura

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