The Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology publishes research on human movement, biomechanics, and physiological responses to physical activity and interventions. Articles investigate the effectiveness of various exercise programs, physiotherapy techniques, and rehabilitation strategies for conditions such as chronic pain, sports injuries, and neurological disorders. The journal also explores the impact of different training modalities and technologies on physical performance, body composition, and metabolic health in diverse populations, including athletes and children.
Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI)
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Does the journal have a website?
✓ Linked
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Is the ISSN verified?
2411-5142 / 2411-5142
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Indexed in a trusted database?
Scopus, DOAJ
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Peer review process documented?
Single-blind
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Follows ethical publishing standards (COPE)?
N/A
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APC fees clearly disclosed?
N/A
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Not on predatory/blacklists?
✓ Clean
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Long-term digital preservation?
CLOCKSS
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Plagiarism detection in place?
Yes
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Listed in DOAJ (verified OA)?
DOAJ verified
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Primary language documented?
English
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Publication & Citation Trend
Articles published
Times cited
2019
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Source: OpenAlex · Note: citations accumulate over time so older years appear higher
SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
AnatomyQ1
Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and RehabilitationQ1
HistologyQ2
Orthopedics and Sports MedicineQ2
RheumatologyQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Sport Sciences
Scopus Categories
RheumatologyOrthopedics and Sports MedicinePhysical Therapy, Sports Therapy and RehabilitationHistologyAnatomy
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Sports Performance and TrainingSports injuries and preventionCardiovascular and exercise physiologyLower Extremity Biomechanics and PathologiesMusculoskeletal pain and rehabilitationSport Psychology and PerformanceMuscle activation and electromyography studiesChildren's Physical and Motor DevelopmentBalance, Gait, and Falls PreventionShoulder Injury and Treatment