Journal of Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Science
ISSN 2760-0505 (Print)
ISSN 2760-0491 (Online)
Frequency: Biannually (January and July)
Aims and Scope
Journal of Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Science (JOFAS) is an official peer-reviewed, fully open-access journal of the Japanese Society for Surgery of the Foot. The journal publishes Review Articles, Original Articles, Case Reports, Technical Notes, Practice/Clinical Guidelines, and Letters to the Editor. It focuses on clinically relevant research in foot and ankle science, covering basic, clinical, and applied studies. Submissions are welcomed on topics such as surgical and non-surgical treatments, biomechanics, rehabilitation, and sports-related injuries. The journal is intended for orthopaedic surgeons, physiotherapists and other healthcare professionals involved in foot and ankle science and clinical practice. It aims to advance knowledge in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of foot and ankle conditions by providing a platform for findings and scientific advances.
All articles receive a full and extensive peer review by recognized experts from the subject of research field. The journal is published twice a year (January and July). JOFAS requires that all manuscripts be prepared in accordance with the “Recommendations for the Conduct, Reporting, Editing, and Publication of Scholarly work in Medical Journals” as published by the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE). There are no submission or publication fees.
Revenue Sources
JOFAS receives revenue from the following sources to cover the costs of journal production, web hosting, Contents Management System, database, online repository, peer review, editing and online publication.
- Annual budget from the Japanese Society for Surgery of the Foot
- Commercial advertising in journal issues, based on editor approval
Archiving Policy
All manuscripts published in the Journal are archived in PORTICO.
Editorial Office
Journal of Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Science Editorial Office
c/o Seekl (a part of Kyorinsha Co., Ltd.)
3-46-10, Nishigahara, Kita-ku, Tokyo, 114-0024, Japan
E-mail: jofas@seekl.jp
*The Editorial Office of JOFAS is located within Kyorinsha Co., Ltd. Kyorinsha is a corporation that provides journal printing and editorial support and management services. Seekl is a firm within Kyorinsha, which provides journal management consulting services.