About the Journal of Sports and Exercise Medicine
Advancing evidence-based practice in sports medicine, injury prevention, rehabilitation, and performance optimization through rigorous peer-reviewed scholarship and open-access dissemination.
JSEM publishes original research, systematic reviews, case reports, clinical guidelines, and expert commentaries across the full spectrum of sports and exercise medicine. Our scope encompasses injury prevention strategies, diagnostic innovations, treatment protocols, rehabilitation techniques, performance enhancement, and health promotion through physical activity.
Acute and chronic injury assessment, diagnostic imaging, surgical techniques, conservative management, and return-to-play protocols.
Risk factor identification, screening protocols, prophylactic interventions, equipment design, and population-based prevention strategies.
Post-injury recovery programs, therapeutic exercise prescription, manual therapy techniques, and functional restoration approaches.
Movement analysis, gait assessment, technique optimization, load monitoring, and biomechanical risk factors for injury.
Cardiovascular adaptations, metabolic responses, endurance training, strength conditioning, and physiological monitoring.
Nutritional strategies for performance, recovery nutrition, hydration protocols, supplementation, and body composition management.
Mental skills training, motivation, stress management, injury psychology, and psychological aspects of rehabilitation.
Adaptive sports medicine, para-athlete care, assistive technologies, and inclusive exercise programming.
Pre-participation screening, event coverage, emergency care, drug testing, ethical considerations, and practice management.
JSEM welcomes diverse manuscript types that contribute meaningfully to the sports medicine evidence base. Authors are encouraged to select the category that best aligns with their research objectives and methodological approach.
Innovative empirical studies on injury mechanisms, treatment outcomes, rehabilitation protocols, performance interventions, and epidemiological investigations.
Comprehensive evidence syntheses on clinical questions, treatment efficacy, prevention strategies, and emerging trends in sports medicine.
Critical evaluations of current literature, providing context and synthesis on specific topics in sports medicine.
Unique clinical presentations, rare injuries, novel treatment approaches, or unexpected outcomes that offer valuable insights for practitioners.
Evidence-based recommendations for diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, or prevention developed through systematic methodology.
Brief reports of significant preliminary findings, pilot studies, or urgent clinical observations requiring rapid dissemination.
Detailed accounts of completed clinical trials, including methodology, results, and implications for practice.
Descriptions of new techniques, modified procedures, innovative equipment, or practical clinical tips for sports medicine practitioners.
Expert opinions on controversial topics, emerging technologies, policy issues, or future directions in sports and exercise medicine.
Concise communications addressing previously published articles or timely issues in the field.
Invited articles by editorial board members or guest experts providing insight on current topics or special issues.
Focused, concise reviews on emerging topics or recent advances in specific areas of sports medicine.
Critical assessments of recently published books relevant to sports and exercise medicine.
Collections of papers presented at scientific conferences, symposia, or workshops in the field.
Summarized versions of doctoral or master's theses that contribute novel findings to the literature.
Well-argued personal viewpoints on important issues, debates, or developments in sports medicine practice and research.
- Global Visibility: Open-access publishing ensures your research reaches a worldwide audience of clinicians, researchers, coaches, and healthcare professionals without subscription barriers.
- Rapid Publication: Efficient editorial processes and streamlined peer review deliver timely decisions within 25 days, with publication typically within 5 days of acceptance and 40 days from submission.
- Rigorous Quality Standards: Expert peer reviewers and editors ensure published articles meet the highest standards of methodological rigor and ethical conduct, reflected in our 53% acceptance rate.
- Interdisciplinary Integration: JSEM welcomes manuscripts that bridge multiple disciplines, fostering collaboration and innovation across sports medicine specialties.
- Practical Relevance: We prioritize research that translates laboratory findings into actionable clinical protocols and evidence-based practice guidelines.
- Professional Recognition: Publication in JSEM enhances academic profiles, supports career advancement, and demonstrates commitment to advancing sports medicine knowledge.
- Permanent Accessibility: All articles receive DOI registration and permanent archiving, ensuring long-term discoverability and citability.
JSEM operates a transparent, author-friendly submission process designed to facilitate efficient manuscript handling while maintaining rigorous quality standards. All submissions must contain original work that has not been previously published and is not under consideration elsewhere.
The editorial team acknowledges receipt within 48-72 hours and conducts initial screening for scope fit and technical completeness. Manuscripts meeting basic requirements proceed to independent peer review, where experts evaluate scientific merit, methodological soundness, and clinical relevance. Authors receive constructive feedback regardless of editorial decisions, supporting continuous improvement in research quality. The average time to first decision is 25 days, and accepted manuscripts are published online within 5 days of final approval.
Accepted manuscripts undergo professional copyediting and production, typically appearing online within days of final approval. Authors retain copyright under Creative Commons licensing, permitting broad reuse while ensuring proper attribution.
JSEM's editorial decisions are guided by an international board of recognized experts representing diverse specialties, geographical regions, and research methodologies. Our editors provide subject-matter expertise, methodological oversight, and ethical stewardship to ensure publication excellence.
Advance Sports Medicine Knowledge
Join a global community of researchers, clinicians, and practitioners committed to improving athletic health and performance through evidence-based practice. Submit your research to JSEM today.
