Open Access Policy
Unrestricted Access to Sports Medicine Research
The Journal of Sports Medicine and Therapy (JSMT) is dedicated to promoting open-access publishing, ensuring that all published research is freely accessible to sports scientists, physiotherapists, healthcare professionals, and athletes worldwide. We believe that free access to high-quality research accelerates scientific discovery and advances injury prevention, rehabilitation, and sports performance.
Our commitment to open access means that all articles are available without paywalls, subscription fees, or registration requirements, fostering global knowledge exchange and collaboration in sports medicine and related disciplines.
Enhancing Knowledge Accessibility
By publishing under an open-access model, JSMT ensures that:
- All research is available for immediate and unrestricted use by researchers, clinicians, and sports professionals.
- Readers can download, distribute, and share articles without limitations.
- Scientific knowledge reaches a broader audience, including universities, research institutions, and independent practitioners.
Our goal is to support evidence-based practice in sports medicine and encourage interdisciplinary collaboration through free and open dissemination of research.
Copyright and Licensing
All articles in JSMT are published under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0), which allows for unrestricted distribution and adaptation, provided that appropriate credit is given to the original authors.
This licensing model supports knowledge-sharing while ensuring proper attribution of research findings, allowing professionals to apply new discoveries in sports science, rehabilitation, and athletic training.
Article Processing Charges (APCs)
To maintain our open-access platform, JSMT applies a transparent Article Processing Charge (APC) that covers:
- Comprehensive peer-review and editorial evaluation.
- Manuscript processing and publication infrastructure.
- Permanent digital archiving and DOI assignment.
- Global dissemination through open-access repositories.
Financial support options and fee waivers are available for authors from low-income regions to ensure equitable access to scientific publishing.
Long-Term Preservation of Research
Ensuring the longevity of published research is a priority for JSMT. Our journal partners with top archiving and indexing services, including:
- Portico – Providing permanent digital preservation.
- LOCKSS – Ensuring decentralized backup storage.
- CrossRef – Enabling DOI-based citation tracking.
Through these preservation strategies, sports medicine research remains accessible for future generations.
Commitment to Open Science
As part of the global open-science movement, JSMT encourages:
- Open Data: Authors are encouraged to share datasets to enhance research transparency.
- Preprint Archives: Early dissemination of findings before formal peer review.
- Transparent Peer Review: A constructive review process that strengthens scientific integrity.
These initiatives aim to accelerate scientific discovery and knowledge-sharing in the field of sports medicine.
Advantages of Publishing Open Access
Publishing with JSMT offers numerous benefits, including:
- Increased Global Visibility: Research is accessible to a worldwide audience.
- Higher Citation Potential: Open-access articles have greater discoverability and impact.
- Faster Knowledge Translation: Immediate availability facilitates research application in clinical and sports settings.
- Unrestricted Reuse: Content can be freely utilized and adapted with proper attribution.
By publishing open access, authors contribute to the advancement of evidence-based sports medicine and athlete health.
Join the Open-Access Movement
JSMT welcomes submissions from researchers, clinicians, and sports professionals dedicated to advancing sports medicine research.
For more information on manuscript submission and open-access policies, visit our journal website or contact our editorial team at [email protected].