About

Journal of Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Science

Journal of
Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Science

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.

Advertise with Us

Journal of Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Science welcomes advertising and sponsorship opportunities. To apply, submit your application via this form.
Further details can be found in our advertising policy below.

Details

Duration One year from the date the advertisement is posted
Type of ads Banner
Location of ads Banner space at the bottom center of the journal's top page
Fees 70,000 Japanese yen per year, or equivalent in US dollars or euros.
Ad Specification Size: Height: 60 pixels, Width: 200 pixels
Format: png, jpeg or gif
Size: 50 KB maximum
Link options Single link (the top page of the advertiser's webpage)
Application Form https://business.form-mailer.jp/fms/ff6ae7d0324164

Advertisement Policy

Journal of Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Science accepts advertising and sponsorship of the Journal, according to the following principles:

  • All advertisements must clearly and prominently identify the advertiser by trademark or signature.
  • Advertising must be factually accurate, and must not be misleading.
  • Advertising is separate from editorial content. All advertising must be clearly identifiable as advertising and must not be confused with editorial content in format or appearance.
  • Advertisement must not include content or expressions that may disturb the social order.
  • Advertisement must not include the risk of defamation, infringement on privacy, damage to credit or obstruction.
  • Advertisement must not use names, photographs, comments, trademarks, copyrighted works, etc. without permission from the subject.
  • All advertisements are subject to approval of the Journal, which reserves the right to reject or cancel any ad that does not meet the advertising policy of the Society.

Refund Policy

Advertisement fee is non-refundable.

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.