About The Journal
ICMERD-International Journal of Physiotherapy (ICMERD-IJPHY) is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal published by the International Council for Medical Education Research and Development (ICMERD). It focuses on research and advancements in physiotherapy, including clinical practice, rehabilitation, movement science, and therapeutic techniques. The journal aims to promote evidence-based practice and foster innovation in the field of physiotherapy.
Mission
The mission of ICMERD-International Journal of Physiotherapy (ICMERD-IJPHY) is to advance the field of physiotherapy by providing a high-quality platform for the publication and dissemination of original research, reviews, and innovative clinical practices. The journal aims to foster collaboration among researchers, academicians, and healthcare professionals to drive progress in rehabilitation, movement science, and therapeutic techniques.
Vision
ICMERD-IJPHY envisions becoming a globally recognized and highly respected journal in the field of physiotherapy. Its goal is to support the advancement of physiotherapy knowledge, improve patient care, and bridge the gap between research and clinical practice through open-access knowledge sharing.
Key Features
✅ Open-Access Model: All published articles are freely accessible to the global scientific community without subscription barriers.
✅ Peer-Reviewed: Rigorous double-blind peer review by expert reviewers ensures high academic standards and research integrity.
✅ Wide Scope: Covers various fields within physiotherapy, including but not limited to:
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Musculoskeletal and Orthopedic Physiotherapy
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Neurological and Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation
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Sports Physiotherapy
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Pediatric and Geriatric Physiotherapy
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Manual Therapy and Exercise Science
✅ Rapid Publication: Efficient editorial and peer-review process ensures timely publication.
✅ International Collaboration: Contributions from leading researchers and experts across the globe.
Publication Ethics & Quality Standards
ICMERD-IJPHY is committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics:
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????️ Plagiarism Policy: All submissions are screened using advanced plagiarism detection tools.
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????️ Authorship Guidelines: Proper authorship credit based on substantial contribution to research.
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????️ Conflict of Interest: Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest.
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????️ Data Integrity: Authors are required to provide access to research data for verification if necessary.
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????️ Ethical Approval: Studies involving human or animal subjects must have ethical approval from relevant institutions.
Indexing & Visibility
ICMERD-IJPHY is indexed in leading scientific databases, ensuring maximum visibility and impact:
✅ Google Scholar
✅ Scopus (under process)
✅ PubMed Central (under process)
✅ DOAJ (Directory of Open Access Journals)
✅ CrossRef (assigns DOI to all published articles)
✅ ResearchGate
This broad indexing ensures that published articles are widely accessible and citable, increasing the journal's impact and visibility.
Submission Guidelines
How to Submit?
✔ Manuscripts must be submitted online via the ICMERD-IJPHY Submission Portal.
✔ Ensure compliance with the Author Guidelines available on the journal website.
❖ For submission inquiries, contact: editor@icmerd.com
