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Published every month, the IJP is a reliable source of up-to-date medical information. It undergoes diligent indexing on platforms such as Cross-Ref and Google Scholar, providing easy accessibility and visibility within the global medical community. Each published article is assigned a Digital Object Identifier (DOI) Prefix: 10.62502, facilitating seamless referencing and citation.

The primary mission of the IJP is to foster the exchange of innovative ideas and scientific information among Physiotherapy and Rehab Professionals including doctors, technologists, technicians, healthcare professionals, researchers, and academicians. This commitment extends to covering a broad spectrum of medical specialities, including clinical, translational, and basic science research.

The IJP is dedicated to maintaining the highest quality of published content through a rigorous peer-review process, ensuring the integrity and credibility of the research it publishes. Join us in exploring the pages of IJP and advancing medical science to improve patient diagnosis.

Subject Covered in IJP 

Innovative Journal of Physiotherapy (IJP) journals cover a wide range of subjects related to the field of physiotherapy. These subjects may include, but are not limited to:

  1. Clinical Practice: Articles focusing on evidence-based assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and other conditions. This may include discussions on therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, electrotherapy, and other interventions.
  2. Rehabilitation: Research and clinical reports on rehabilitation protocols, outcomes, and strategies for individuals recovering from surgery, injuries, strokes, spinal cord injuries, amputations, and other impairments.
  3. Sports Physiotherapy: Topics related to sports injury prevention, rehabilitation of athletes, performance enhancement, biomechanics, sports-specific training, and return-to-play criteria.
  4. Pediatric Physiotherapy: Articles focusing on developmental milestones, pediatric conditions such as cerebral palsy, developmental delays, pediatric orthopedics, and interventions for children and adolescents.
  5. Geriatric Physiotherapy: Discussions on aging-related conditions, falls prevention, geriatric rehabilitation, chronic pain management, and improving mobility and independence in older adults.
  6. Neurological Rehabilitation: Research and clinical insights into stroke rehabilitation, traumatic brain injuries, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, spinal cord injuries, and neuro rehabilitation techniques.
  7. Musculoskeletal Disorders: Studies on conditions like osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, back pain, joint replacements, soft tissue injuries, and orthopaedic rehabilitation.
  8. Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy: Topics covering pulmonary rehabilitation, respiratory conditions (e.g., COPD, asthma), cardiac rehabilitation, exercise tolerance testing, and breathing exercises.
  9. Pain Management: Articles on chronic pain assessment, multidisciplinary pain management approaches, pain neuroscience, psychosocial aspects of pain, and non-pharmacological interventions.
  10. Clinical Education and Training: Research and discussions on physiotherapy education, clinical placements, competency-based training, simulation-based learning, and continuing professional development.
  11. Health Promotion and Wellness: Articles focusing on promoting physical activity, lifestyle modifications, ergonomic assessments, workplace wellness programs, and community health initiatives.
  12. Technology and Innovation: Discussions on the use of technology in physiotherapy practice, such as telehealth, wearable devices, virtual reality, robotics, and digital health platforms.
  13. Outcome Measures and Assessment Tools: Research on validated outcome measures, functional assessments, patient-reported outcomes, and quality of life measures relevant to physiotherapy practice.
  14. Ethics and Professionalism: Articles addressing ethical dilemmas, patient autonomy, informed consent, cultural competence, interprofessional collaboration, and professional conduct in physiotherapy.

These subjects reflect the diverse and multidimensional nature of physiotherapy as a profession focused on promoting movement, function, and well-being across various populations and healthcare settings. Journals in the field aim to publish research, reviews, case studies, and educational content that contribute to advancing knowledge, improving clinical practice, and enhancing patient outcomes.

Mission and Scope

IJP's core mission centres on promoting the exchange of pioneering ideas and scientific knowledge within the healthcare community, researchers, and academicians. Embracing a wide array of medical specialities, the journal dedicates itself to advancing clinical, translational, and basic science research. Its inclusive scope spans Original Research Articles, Review Articles, Case Reports, Clinical Trials, Emerging Technologies in Medical imaging, Public Health and Epidemiology, and Medical Education and Training. By facilitating the dissemination of diverse and cutting-edge information, IJP contributes significantly to the continuous advancement of medical understanding, fostering collaboration and innovation across various facets of the ever-evolving healthcare landscape.

  • Original articles:Randomized controlled trials, interventions, screening and diagnostic test studies, outcome analyses, cost-effectiveness studies, case-control series, and surveys with high response rates are accepted (up to 3500 words). 
  • Review articles:Systematic critical assessments of literature and data sources are welcome (up to 5000 words). 
  • Pictorial essays:Descriptive essays primarily for teaching, richly illustrated with numerous figures, are accepted (up to 700 words).
  • Case reports:New, interesting, or very rare cases may be reported, with priority given to those with clinical significance or implications (up to 600 words). 
  • Brief Reports:Studies with limited statistical data, insufficient for an original study, can be presented with sections like Background, Methodology, Results, and Conclusion (up to 800 words).
  • Case Series:Reports on three or more cases with intriguing/new imaging findings or a novel interventional procedure are considered (up to 800 words).
  • Technical reports:Concise reports on unique or novel procedures or techniques of interest to readers (up to 500 words).
  • Letter to the Editor:Short letters related to a specific article or recent discussions in previous issues are accepted (up to 500 words). Announcements of conferences, meetings, courses, awards, and other relevant items should include contact information for additional details.

Frequency and Indexing

Published monthly, IJP stands out as a reliable source of up-to-date medical laboratory science information. Its commitment to accessibility and visibility within the global medical community is evident through diligent indexing on platforms such as Cross-Ref and Google Scholar. Each published article is assigned a Digital Object Identifier (DOI) Prefix: 10.62502, facilitating easy referencing and citation.

Peer Review Process

To ensure the highest quality of published content, all submissions undergo a rigorous double-blind peer-review process. A distinguished panel of expert reviewers evaluates manuscripts based on scientific merit, methodology, and ethical considerations. This commitment to peer review is pivotal to maintaining the integrity and credibility of the research published in IJP.

Audience and Bridging the Gap

IJP caters to a diverse audience, including healthcare professionals, researchers, educators, and policymakers. The journal aims to bridge the gap between research and clinical practice, providing valuable insights that enhance patient care and advance the field of medicine.

Submission Guidelines

Authors interested in contributing to the IJP are encouraged to review the submission guidelines available on our website. These guidelines furnish detailed information on formatting, ethical considerations, and the submission process, ensuring a streamlined and transparent process.

Commitment to Excellence

As the editorial team, we are dedicated to upholding excellence and acting as a catalyst for the exchange of knowledge within the medical community. We invite you to explore the pages of SPJMLS and join us in our mission to advance medical science and improve patient outcomes.

All manuscripts submitted for publication to the journal of SPJP should include the following details: 

  • Cover Letter
  • Title Page
  • Manuscript File 
  • Tables & Figures. 
  • Undertaking by authors & copyright transfer agreement. 
  • Ethical Confirmation (If Applicable)

TITLE PAGE

The title page should include (i) name(s) of the author(s); (ii) highest degree; (iii) name(s) of the Department(s); (iv) designations (academic position) of authors in the department; (v) complete postal addresses, mobile number and e-mail id of all authors; (vi) name of corresponding author with all above-mentioned details. All the content should be written in Times New Roman with font size 12, single-spaced, and justified.

The title page also should include: (i) Type of manuscript: original article/ review (ii) Title; (iii) Short title; (iv) Number of Tables; (v) Number of Figures; (vi) Source of financial support in the form of grants.

MANUSCRIPT FILE

Manuscripts must be submitted through the online submission portal only. Pages should be numbered consecutively, and the contents arranged in the following order:

  • Title including Authors' Names (Full Name in Sequence) and Affiliation Details (Present Working Address with Designation), Email ID of All Authors/Co-Authors.
  • Abstract
  • Keywords
  • Introduction
  • Materials and Methods
  • Statistical Analysis
  • Results
  • Discussion
  • Conclusion
  • Acknowledgement (If Applicable)
  • Ethical statement.
  • References

Title: The article's title should be brief, cohesive (avoiding broken or hyphenated titles), and simultaneously descriptive enough to facilitate indexing and information retrieval effectively. 

Abstract & Keywords: Except reviews, all manuscripts must include a structured abstract (approximately 250 words) with headings for Introduction & Objectives, Material and Methods, Results, and Discussion-Conclusions. The abstract should be concise, outlining the paper's scope and notable results. It should emphasize the primary findings and conclusions, enabling abstracting services to be used without alterations. A set of suitable keywords (3-5 in number) arranged alphabetically should also be provided.

Introduction: The Introduction or background should be concise, clearly outlining the paper's scope. When reviewing the literature, focus solely on the reasons for conducting the current study, offering essential background information. Clearly articulate the study's objective in this section, providing ample justification by the end.

Material & Methods: The article emphasizes comprehensive reporting standards for scientific research. It requires explicit mention of nomenclature, material and equipment sources, and procedures adopted, with a focus on enabling result reproducibility. Ethical standards for experiments on human subjects and animals, aligned with national guidelines, must be adhered to. Specific details on the care, use, and certification of laboratory animals are essential. Drugs and chemicals used should be precisely identified. Study design elements, including participant selection, sample size calculation, eligibility criteria, and study location, need clear articulation. Clinical trials must be registered, with registration numbers provided. Results from randomized clinical trials should detail study elements, masking methods, and statistical analyses, including significance levels. Standard statistical methods may reference established literature, while detailed descriptions are reserved for novel approaches.

Results: The result includes only essential data for understanding the study's discussion and main conclusions. The data should follow a coherent sequence, avoiding redundancy with tables and figures. Only significant observations should be emphasized, and duplication of data in both tabular and graphic forms should be avoided. Interpretation of the data is reserved for the Discussion section, not the Results section.

Discussion and Conclusion: The discussion section should interpret results without duplicating information from the results section. It should connect new findings to existing knowledge, make logical deductions, and acknowledge any study limitations. Conclusions should align with the study's goals, avoiding unsupported statements. Hypotheses, if present, must be identified, and recommendations can be included if deemed necessary and relevant within the discussion. The section is recommended to conclude with a summarizing remark.

Acknowledgement: It should be concise and reserved for specific scientific or technical assistance, excluding routine departmental facilities or general encouragement. Financial support or sponsorship from national or international funding agencies should be acknowledged.

Conflicts of Interest: A conflict of interest arises when authors or their institutions have financial or personal connections with individuals or organizations that may unduly impact their actions. Submissions must explicitly reveal any relationships that might be perceived as posing a potential conflict of interest. Authors are required to disclose all financial and personal associations that could potentially influence their work. If no conflicts of interest exist, authors should explicitly state this fact.

References: The maximum limit for references in Original Research Articles is typically set at 25, following the Vancouver style. References to cited literature should be sequentially numbered and positioned at the end of the manuscript. In the text, references should be indicated above the line (superior). Whenever possible, the mention of author names under references should be minimized.

TABLES & FIGURES:

Tables (and MS Word-format graphs) should be integrated into the main article file, numbered consecutively with Roman numerals. Tables should have concise titles, brief column headings, and abbreviated measurement units placed below the headings. Statistical variations such as SD and SE should be identified, and structural formulae in tables should be avoided. Abbreviations must be explained in footnotes. Figures, in JPEG format (not exceeding 1 MB), should be sequentially numbered with Arabic numerals, accompanied by appropriate titles and legend explanations. Multi-panel figures should be labelled A, B, C, etc. Photomicrographs should include internal scale markers, legible symbols, arrows, and letters, and graphs in JPEG or PDF format can be submitted as figures. Proper acknowledgement of published material and submission of copyright permissions are essential.

ABBREVIATIONS

Utilize only standard abbreviations adhering to the International System of Units (SI) in the text, tables, and figures. Prefer generic names for drugs; if proprietary brands are essential, include the brand name, manufacturer, and country in parentheses after the first use of the generic name. Ensure consistency throughout.

ETHICAL CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE

All research involving patients, volunteers, human biological material, or animals must provide a scanned copy of the Ethical Clearance Certificate.

UNDERTAKING BY AUTHOR(S) & COPYRIGHT TRANSFER AGREEMENT

All authors are required to submit a signed undertaking, following the journal's specified format, confirming their agreement to be listed as co-authors in the designated order on the title page. Each author should provide their name, affiliation, and position during the research, along with current contact details. If a junior author has left the institution, a senior author may sign on their behalf. Papers with corporate authorship must identify key individuals responsible, acknowledging other contributors separately. Authors will be requested to sign a copyright transfer agreement, granting the journal authority to address copyright infringements independently. This streamlines the process and avoids repeated author consultations.

ARTICLE PROCESSING CHARGE

The IJP embraces a fully open-access model, ensuring unrestricted utilization and reuse of all published articles while duly acknowledging the authors.

To sustain this model, authors are required to cover a one-time Article Processing Charge (APC), encompassing expenses related to peer review administration, article production in PDF and other formats, dissemination of papers across various platforms, and other publishing functions. No fees are imposed for rejected submissions, and there are no additional charges based on article length, figures, or supplementary data.

In contrast to conventional publishers, open-access publishers such as the IJP do not rely on subscription sales for revenue. Instead, we ensure free accessibility to all articles. Consequently, an Article Processing Charge (APC) is applicable upon acceptance for publication, ensuring the sustainability of this open-access approach.

Article Processing Charges

  • Foreign Authors: 32 USD (30 USD for APC and 2 USD for transaction charges).
  • Indian Authors: INR 1770/- (INR 1500 for APC and INR 270 for GST @18%).

It's important to note that authors bear any transaction fees incurred. Publication decisions at the IJP are entirely driven by editorial criteria, remaining unaffected by fee payments. Corrections to manuscripts are provided free of charge if requested within 3 days of online publication under the "Issue in Progress" section.

Once an article is assigned a volume, issue number, and DOI, changes will be implemented only after payment of applicable charges, equivalent to 50% of the article processing fees. Authors have the option to pay via Direct Deposit or online methods like net banking, NEFT, or IMPS.

Notably, payments by cheque or demand draft are not accepted.