CLINICAL ORTHOPAEDICS AND RELATED RESEARCH
Scope & Guideline
Elevating Standards in Patient Care Through Research Excellence
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Clinical Outcomes and Patient Safety:
The journal emphasizes research that investigates clinical outcomes in various orthopaedic procedures, highlighting the importance of patient safety and effective treatment protocols. - Innovative Surgical Techniques and Technologies:
A core focus is on the development and evaluation of new surgical techniques and technologies, including minimally invasive approaches and robotic-assisted surgeries. - Health Disparities and Socioeconomic Factors:
Research addressing health disparities among different populations, including racial and socioeconomic factors affecting access to care and treatment outcomes, is prominently featured. - Patient-reported Outcomes and Quality of Life:
The journal prioritizes studies that assess patient-reported outcomes, quality of life, and the psychological aspects of patient care in orthopaedics. - Biomechanics and Rehabilitation:
It includes research on biomechanics relevant to orthopaedic conditions and the effectiveness of rehabilitation protocols post-surgery or injury. - Epidemiological Studies:
CORR publishes epidemiological research analyzing trends, incidence, and outcomes of orthopaedic conditions and treatments.
Trending and Emerging
- Telemedicine and Remote Care:
The rise of telemedicine in orthopaedic practice has become a significant theme, especially following the COVID-19 pandemic, with studies exploring its efficacy and patient satisfaction. - Value-based Healthcare:
There is an increasing emphasis on value-based healthcare models, assessing the cost-effectiveness of treatments and the overall value delivered to patients. - Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning:
Research in the application of artificial intelligence and machine learning in orthopaedic surgery, including predictive modeling and diagnostic tools, is on the rise. - Patient-Centered Care:
A growing body of literature focuses on patient-centered care approaches, including shared decision-making, patient expectations, and tailoring treatments to individual needs. - Health Disparities Research:
Increased attention is being paid to health disparities and how they affect treatment access and outcomes, highlighting the need for equity in orthopaedic care.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Surgical Techniques:
There is a noticeable decline in the publication of studies focusing on traditional surgical techniques, as the field shifts towards more innovative, minimally invasive, and technology-driven approaches. - Basic Science Research:
Basic science research in orthopaedics, such as fundamental biomechanics or tissue engineering, seems to be less emphasized compared to clinical and applied research that directly impacts patient care. - Single-Center Studies:
The journal has witnessed a decrease in single-center studies, as multi-center and registry-based research gain traction due to their broader applicability and significance. - Animal Studies:
Research involving animal models is becoming less frequent, likely due to a growing emphasis on human studies and ethical considerations in research methodologies.
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