JOURNAL OF SCIENCE AND MEDICINE IN SPORT

metrics 2024

Driving excellence in orthopedics and physical therapy.

Introduction

JOURNAL OF SCIENCE AND MEDICINE IN SPORT, published by Elsevier Science Ltd, is a premier academic journal based in the Netherlands that serves as a vital platform for disseminating cutting-edge research in the fields of sports medicine, orthopedics, and physical therapy. With an impressive Q1 categorization in Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, Physical Therapy, and Sports Science, this journal is recognized for its high-impact contributions and currently holds a significant rank in Scopus, positioned at #17 in Physical Therapy and #25 in Orthopedics. Spanning from 1998 to 2024, it provides scholars with rigorous peer-reviewed articles aimed at enhancing knowledge, practice, and research in sports and medicine. Although it does not offer open access, the journal remains essential for professionals, researchers, and students looking to stay ahead in these dynamic disciplines. By focusing on evidence-based practices and innovative methodologies, the JOURNAL OF SCIENCE AND MEDICINE IN SPORT continues to play a pivotal role in advancing the scientific understanding of health and performance in sports.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.22
Journal Impact Factor3.00
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.50
H-Index125
Journal IF Without Self3.00
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor1.92
Influence1.07
Immediacy Index1.10
Cited Half Life7.00
Citing Half Life6.60
JCI1.30
Total Documents3091
WOS Total Citations9055
SCIMAGO Total Citations27947
SCIMAGO SELF Citations1259
Scopus Journal Rank1.22
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.97
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.38
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.58

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation in Health Professions
Rank #17/247
Percentile 93.12
Quartile Q1
Orthopedics and Sports Medicine in Medicine
Rank #25/321
Percentile 92.21
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

SPORT SCIENCES
Rank 22/127
Percentile 83.10
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

SPORT SCIENCES
Rank 15/127
Percentile 88.19
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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