Spine Journal publishes research on spinal conditions, including the cost-effectiveness of surgical procedures like lumbar fusion and the evaluation of patient-reported outcomes. It also investigates imaging markers for spinal cord injury and degenerative changes, such as intramedullary spinal cord signal intensity and Modic changes. The journal explores factors influencing spinal health, including bone density, vitamin D levels, and the biomechanics of spinal implants, as well as the timing of medical interventions like thromboprophylaxis in acute spinal cord injury.
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
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Neurology (clinical)Q1
Orthopedics and Sports MedicineQ1
SurgeryQ1
Subject Classification
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Clinical NeurologyOrthopedics
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Orthopedics and Sports MedicineNeurology (clinical)Surgery
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Spine and Intervertebral Disc PathologySpinal Fractures and Fixation TechniquesCervical and Thoracic MyelopathyScoliosis diagnosis and treatmentMedical Imaging and AnalysisMusculoskeletal pain and rehabilitationPelvic and Acetabular InjuriesDiverse Scientific and Economic StudiesManagement of metastatic bone diseaseAnesthesia and Pain Management