Completed peer reviews since: January 1, 2024
Manuscripts submitted to Archives of Physiotherapy (AOP) must be an original contribution not previously published in any language or country (except as an abstract or preliminary report) and must not be under consideration for publication elsewhere. If the manuscript submitted includes parts (quotations, tables, or illustrations) to which the authors do not own copyright, then written permission from the copyright owner must be submitted upon acceptance, along with full details on the original source. Any permission fees required by the copyright owner are the responsibility of the authors. If the manuscript includes parts of text or images generate by a Large Language Model (LLMs, such as ChatGPT or similar) please inform the editor in the acknowledgment section.
Please refer to the full guidelines available online here.
Editorials serve as a forum for our editorial team and guest contributors to offer expert insights, perspectives, and commentary on topics directly pertinent to the physiotherapy community. Through these concise yet in-depth discussions, we aim to bridge the gap between research, clinical practice, and policy, shedding light on critical issues, ongoing developments, and emerging trends within physiotherapy. Editorials may be subject to peer review, and there is no need to include an abstract.
Words: max 3000 (excluding figures, tables and references) | Figures/Tables: max 4 | References: max 30
Reviews provide a comprehensive and insightful exploration of specific topic area within physiotherapy. Key aims of reviews are to conduct a systematic critical analysis of established subjects, assess advancements in specialized domains, and evaluate emerging technologies. Reviews are intended to focus on current knowledge and practices, seamlessly integrating established principles and methodologies. All types of systematic reviews are accepted.A structured abstract (Introduction, Methods, Results and Conclusion) of max 250 words is required.
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Words: max 5000 (excluding figures, tables and referencdes) | Figures/Tables: max 8 | References: max 70
Previously unpublished manuscripts reporting on primary research. Original research articles should present novel research findings that contribute to the advancement of physiotherapy science and practice. Authors should structure their article as follows: Introduction (clearly stating an objective or hypothesis), Methods (with subparagraphs where necessary), Results, Discussion, and Conclusions. Articles reporting on a clinical trial must include the Clinical Trial Protocol number in the title page. Details of ethics approval or exemption should also be included. A structured abstract (Introduction, Methods, Results and Conclusion) of max 250 words is required.
Please provide the following key messages:
Words: max 4000 (excluding figures, tables and references) | Figures/Tables: max 6 | References: max 50
Methodological reports should present new experimental or computational methods, tests, or procedures intended for application in the field of physiotherapy. The described method may either be entirely novel or offer an improved version of an existing method, thereby advancing the current state of the art. A complete and transparent reporting of research and methods is requested. A structured abstract (Introduction, Methods, Results and Conclusion) of max 250 words is required.
Words: max 3000 (excluding figures, tables and references) | Figures/Tables: max 6 | References: max 40
Masterclasses are invited state-of-the-art articles focusing on current physiotherapy practice for specific clinical conditions. A masterclass manuscript presents an expert perspective on salient aspects of current practice by providing a detailed critical analysis and insightful discussion of current trends and potential future directions . A non-structured abstract of max 250 words is required.
Words: max 4000 (excluding figures and tables) | Figures/Tables: max 6 | References: max 50
Viewpoints are usually commissioned and are based on one or more recently published articles interesting enough to warrant a short commentary. They should express opinions and provide perspectives about topics of relevant interest to the physiotherapy community. The aim is to foster critical thinking, encourage lively discourse, and provide a valuable platform for authors to contribute their unique insights to the field of physiotherapy. Viewpoints undergo a peer-review process, ensuring a rigorous evaluation of the authors' perspectives and constructive discussions. A non-structured abstract is required (max 250 words)
Words: max 3000 (excluding figures, tables and references) | Figures/Tables: 4 | References: max 30
Case reports serve as valuable contributions to the body of knowledge in physiotherapy. These reports aim to document and analyse unique clinical cases that offer insights into unusual patient presentations, unreported therapeutic challenges, or unexpected clinical outcomes. Authors are encouraged to highlight the educational and scientific significance of their cases, demonstrating their potential to influence clinical practice, diagnostic approaches, or our understanding of physiotherapy interventions. A structured abstract (Introduction, Case description, Interventions and Outcomes, Conclusion) of max 250 words is required.
Words: max 1500 (excluding figures, tables and references) | Figures/Tables: max 4 | References: max 40
Letters to the Editor (and letters in reply) may present opinions or comments on articles published in the Journal. Letters are subject to abridgement and editing for style and content. An abstract is not required.
Words: max 500 (excluding figures/tables) | Figures/Tables: 1 | References: max 5
Authors contributing to Archives of Physiotherapy agree to publish their articles under the CC-BY-NC 4.0 license, which allows third parties to re-use the work without permission as long as the work is properly referenced and the use is non-commercial.
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