Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Top Research Topics at Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation?

Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation mainly deals with areas of study such as Physical therapy, Rehabilitation, Physical medicine and rehabilitation, Surgery and Stroke. The research on Physical therapy tackled can also make contributions to studies in the areas of Spinal cord injury and Randomized controlled trial. While Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation focused on Rehabilitation, it was also able to explore topics like Psychological intervention, Psychiatry, Traumatic brain injury, MEDLINE and Prospective cohort study.

Topics like Balance (ability), Electromyography and Gait (human) are tackled as part of the discussions on Physical medicine and rehabilitation. Studies on Surgery discussed in it link to the field of Anesthesia.

• Physical therapy (43.02%)
• Rehabilitation (40.29%)
• Physical medicine and rehabilitation (26.95%)

What are the most cited papers published in the journal?

• Grip and pinch strength: normative data for adults. (1754 citations)
• Gait variability and fall risk in community-living older adults: A 1-year prospective study (1706 citations)
• Estimating the prevalence of limb loss in the United States: 2005 to 2050. (1546 citations)

Research areas of the most cited articles at Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation:

The journal papers aim to foster the development of research in Physical therapy, Rehabilitation, Physical medicine and rehabilitation, Stroke and Randomized controlled trial. The most cited publications connects the study in Physical therapy with the closely related areas of Spinal cord injury. The published articles focus on Rehabilitation but sometimes tackle the closely related topic of Traumatic brain injury which is concerned with Injury prevention.

What topics the last edition of the journal is best known for?

• Internal medicine
• Surgery
• Disease

The previous edition focused in particular on these issues:

The journal focuses on Psychological intervention, Rehabilitation, Physical therapy, Physical medicine and rehabilitation and Randomized controlled trial. Research in Clinical psychology and the interrelating topic of Cognition were among the subjects of interest in the Psychological intervention studies discussed in Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. The studies in Rehabilitation featured incorporate elements of Spinal cord injury, Retrospective cohort study, Activities of daily living, Confidence interval and Stroke.

Observational study, Quality of life and Intraclass correlation are some topics wherein Physical therapy research discussed in Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation have an impact. Gait, Balance (ability) and Preferred walking speed are among the areas of Physical medicine and rehabilitation tackled. In addition to Randomized controlled trial research, the journal aims to explore topics under Meta-analysis and MEDLINE.

The most cited articles from the last journal are:

• A Systematic Review of the Incidence, Prevalence, Costs, and Activity and Work Limitations of Amputation, Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Back Pain, Multiple Sclerosis, Spinal Cord Injury, Stroke, and Traumatic Brain Injury in the United States: A 2019 Update. (19 citations)
• Neuropsychological Features of Severe Hospitalized Coronavirus Disease 2019 Patients at Clinical Stability and Clues for Postacute Rehabilitation. (17 citations)
• Systematic Reviews of Clinical Benefits of Exoskeleton Use for Gait and Mobility in Neurologic Disorders: A Tertiary Study (11 citations)

Papers citation over time

A key indicator for each journal is its effectiveness in reaching other researchers with the papers published at that venue.

The chart below presents the interquartile range (first quartile 25%, median 50% and third quartile 75%) of the number of citations of articles over time.

Top authors and change over time

The top authors publishing in Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (based on the number of publications) are:

• Allen W. Heinemann (185 papers) published 18 papers at the last edition, 11 more than at the previous edition,
• Marcel P. Dijkers (112 papers) published 3 papers at the last edition the same number as at the previous edition,
• Kenneth J. Ottenbacher (107 papers) published 2 papers at the last edition, 4 less than at the previous edition,
• Robert Teasell (99 papers) published 2 papers at the last edition,
• Flora M. Hammond (98 papers) published 11 papers at the last edition the same number as at the previous edition.

The overall trend for top authors publishing in this journal is outlined below. The chart shows the number of publications at each edition of the journal for top authors.

Top affiliations and change over time

Only papers with recognized affiliations are considered

The top affiliations publishing in Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (based on the number of publications) are:

• University of Washington (498 papers) published 21 papers at the last edition, 11 more than at the previous edition,
• Northwestern University (379 papers) published 28 papers at the last edition, 11 more than at the previous edition,
• Veterans Health Administration (359 papers) published 22 papers at the last edition, 8 more than at the previous edition,
• University of Michigan (342 papers) published 14 papers at the last edition, 11 more than at the previous edition,
• Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago (314 papers) published 14 papers at the last edition, 3 more than at the previous edition.

The overall trend for top affiliations publishing in this journal is outlined below. The chart shows the number of publications at each edition of the journal for top affiliations.

Publication chance based on affiliation

The publication chance index shows the ratio of articles published by the best research institutions in the journal edition to all articles published within that journal. The best research institutions were selected based on the largest number of articles published during all editions of the journal.

The chart below presents the percentage ratio of articles from top institutions (based on their ranking of total papers).Top affiliations were grouped by their rank into the following tiers: top 1-10, top 11-20, top 21-50, and top 51+. Only articles with a recognized affiliation are considered.

During the most recent 2021 edition, 22.26% of publications had an unrecognized affiliation. Out of the publications with recognized affiliations, 18.67% were posted by at least one author from the top 10 institutions publishing in the journal. Another 7.91% included authors affiliated with research institutions from the top 11-20 affiliations. Institutions from the 21-50 range included 17.56% of all publications and 55.85% were from other institutions.

Returning Authors Index

A very common phenomenon observed among researchers publishing scientific articles is the intentional selection of journals they have already attended in the past. In particular, it is worth analyzing the case when the authors participate in the same journal from year to year.

The Returning Authors Index presented below illustrates the ratio of authors who participated in both a given as well as the previous edition of the journal in relation to all participants in a given year.

Returning Institution Index

The graph below shows the Returning Institution Index, illustrating the ratio of institutions that participated in both a given and the previous edition of the conference in relation to all affiliations present in a given year.

The experience to innovation index

Our experience to innovation index was created to show a cross-section of the experience level of authors publishing in a journal. The index includes the authors publishing at the last edition of a journal, grouped by total number of publications throughout their academic career (P) and the total number of citations of these publications ever received (C).

The group intervals were selected empirically to best show the diversity of the authors' experiences, their labels were selected as a convenience, not as judgment. The authors were divided into the following groups:

• Novice - P < 5 or C < 25 (the number of publications less than 5 or the number of citations less than 25),
• Competent - P < 10 or C < 100 (the number of publications less than 10 or the number of citations less than 100),
• Experienced - P < 25 or C < 625 (the number of publications less than 25 or the number of citations less than 625),
• Master - P < 50 or C < 2500 (the number of publications less than 50 or the number of citations less than 2500),
• Star - P ≥ 50 and C ≥ 2500 (both the number of publications greater than 50 and the number of citations greater than 2500).

The chart below illustrates experience levels of first authors in cases of publications with multiple authors.

Career Opportunities and Requirements in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Considering the vast array of specialties within Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, the career prospects and opportunities are diverse. From physical therapy and rehabilitation to psychiatry and stroke, professionals within this field can explore multiple avenues in line with their interests and career goals. However, the specific requirements, including academic qualifications and licensing, can vary greatly from one state to another.

For example, to pursue a career as a registered nurse in this discipline in Texas, you need to meet several prerequisites. These include completing a nursing program approved by the Texas Board of Nursing, passing the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN), and fulfilling the state's specific licensing requirements.

Further details about the educational pathways, licensure requirements, and tips for career advancement can provide aspiring individuals with a comprehensive guide to succeeding in their chosen career. Deciding to become a healthcare professional demands dedication, commitment, scientific aptitude, and humanistic qualities. Before embarking on this fulfilling career, one may find it beneficial to gather all necessary information to guide their educational and professional choices. More detailed information on how to become a registered nurse in Texas can be found here.

Furthermore, practitioners in this field should stay updated with the latest research and developments in their respective specialties. Being a part of relevant associations and regularly contributing to research publications, like the Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, can significantly assist in professional development.