Spine Journal

metrics 2024

Exploring the forefront of spine-related discoveries.

Introduction

The Spine Journal, published by Elsevier Science Inc, is an esteemed academic journal dedicated to the fields of neurology, orthopedics, and sports medicine, established to provide a comprehensive platform for the dissemination of cutting-edge research. With an impressive impact factor and a distinguished reputation, it consistently ranks in the Q1 category across multiple medical disciplines, including neurology (clinical), orthopedics and sports medicine, and surgery. As of 2023, it holds prestigious ranks such as #17 in Medicine (Surgery) and #15 in Medicine (Orthopedics and Sports Medicine) according to Scopus, underscoring its significance and influence within the academic community. Researchers, healthcare professionals, and students benefit from its commitment to advancing knowledge and fostering collaboration in the management of spine-related disorders and injuries. While it does not currently offer open access options, The Spine Journal remains an essential resource for those seeking to stay at the forefront of developments in the spine care field, with content spanning from 2001 to 2024, providing valuable insights into both clinical practices and innovative research methodologies.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.80
Journal Impact Factor4.90
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)4.60
H-Index136
Journal IF Without Self4.90
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor3.01
Influence1.47
Immediacy Index1.00
Cited Half Life7.40
Citing Half Life7.80
JCI1.70
Total Documents5610
WOS Total Citations13354
SCIMAGO Total Citations41099
SCIMAGO SELF Citations2535
Scopus Journal Rank1.80
Cites / Document (2 Years)4.42
Cites / Document (3 Years)4.35
Cites / Document (4 Years)4.41

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Surgery in Medicine
Rank #17/551
Percentile 96.91
Quartile Q1
Orthopedics and Sports Medicine in Medicine
Rank #15/321
Percentile 95.33
Quartile Q1
Neurology (clinical) in Medicine
Rank #62/400
Percentile 84.50
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

CLINICAL NEUROLOGY
Rank 35/277
Percentile 87.50
Quartile Q1
ORTHOPEDICS
Rank 5/136
Percentile 96.70
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

CLINICAL NEUROLOGY
Rank 22/278
Percentile 92.09
Quartile Q1
ORTHOPEDICS
Rank 11/136
Percentile 91.91
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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