The American Journal of Sports Medicine publishes research on surgical interventions and outcomes for musculoskeletal injuries, particularly in athletic populations. Studies focus on evaluating the effectiveness of various surgical techniques, including arthroscopy and ligament reconstruction, for conditions affecting the hip, knee, shoulder, and elbow. The journal also investigates factors influencing patient outcomes, such as injury characteristics, patient demographics, and the use of biologic augmentation, as well as return-to-sport rates and long-term functional results.
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Medicine (miscellaneous)Q1
Orthopedics and Sports MedicineQ1
Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and RehabilitationQ1
Sports ScienceQ1
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
OrthopedicsSport Sciences
Scopus Categories
Orthopedics and Sports MedicinePhysical Therapy, Sports Therapy and RehabilitationSports ScienceMedicine (miscellaneous)
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Knee injuries and reconstruction techniquesShoulder Injury and TreatmentSports injuries and preventionTotal Knee Arthroplasty OutcomesShoulder and Clavicle Injuries