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Artificial intelligence in orthopedics
Guest Edited by Umile Giuseppe Longo and Kristian Samuelsson
Disparities in musculoskeletal care
Guest Edited by Neil Kamdar and Rodrigo Rizzo
Aging and musculoskeletal health
Guest Edited by Chun Man Lawrence Lau and Caroline E. Wyers
Navigation Surgery
Guest Edited by Sandro Hodel and Masashi Uehara
Editor's article highlights
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External validation of an artificial intelligence multi-label deep learning model capable of ankle fracture classification
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Accuracy of robotic arm-assisted versus computed tomography-based navigation in total hip arthroplasty using the direct anterior approach: a retrospective study
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Comparison of spring ankle braces versus splints and casts in treating ankle sprains in patients diagnosed with ankle sprains
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Zigzag tenotomy of the extensor hallucis longus through minimally invasive surgery in cadaveric specimens: description of a new technique
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Mortality and cause of death in hip fracture patients aged 65 or older - a population-based study
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An update of stabilisation exercises for low back pain: a systematic review with meta-analysis
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The effect of warm-up, static stretching and dynamic stretching on hamstring flexibility in previously injured subjects
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The TICOPA protocol (TIght COntrol of Psoriatic Arthritis): a randomised controlled trial to compare intensive management versus standard care in early psoriatic arthritis
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Reference chart for knee flexion following total knee arthroplasty: a novel tool for monitoring postoperative recovery
Aims and scope
BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders is an open access, peer-reviewed journal that considers articles on all aspects of the prevention, diagnosis and management of musculoskeletal disorders, as well as related molecular genetics, pathophysiology, and epidemiology. Studies investigating the systemic nature of rheumatic diseases, not related to specific musculoskeletal manifestations, are directed to submit to BMC Rheumatology.
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Annual Journal Metrics
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Citation Impact 2023
Journal Impact Factor: 2.2
5-year Journal Impact Factor: 2.6
Source Normalized Impact per Paper (SNIP): 1.086
SCImago Journal Rank (SJR): 0.714
Speed 2023
Submission to first editorial decision (median days): 24
Submission to acceptance (median days): 143
Usage 2023
Downloads: 5,883,887
Altmetric mentions: 5,748Transparency and Openess
TOP Factor Score - 8
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The following summary describes the peer review process for this journal:
Identity transparency: Single anonymized
Reviewer interacts with: Editor
Review information published: Review reports. Reviewer Identities reviewer opt in. Author/reviewer communication
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