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World Journal of Orthopedics is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal dedicated to publishing original, high-quality research findings in the field of orthopedics, including clinical, translational, and basic studies, as well as research involving artificial intelligence. The journal focuses on, but is not limited to, the following areas: Arthroscopy, bone trauma, bone tumors, hand and foot surgery, joint surgery, orthopedic trauma, osteoarthropathy, osteoporosis, pediatric orthopedics, spinal diseases, spine surgery, and sports medicine. Types of articles published by the journal include clinical study, basic study, case report, editorial, review, minireview, systematic review, meta-analysis, guidelines, and correspondence. All submissions undergo a rigorous and transparent peer-review process by at least two independent reviewers. Manuscripts are evaluated based on scientific rigor, originality, clinical relevance, and reproducibility, with particular attention to methodological robustness and data integrity. Constructive and timely feedback is provided to ensure the highest standards of scholarly communication. The journal adheres to the highest standards of publication ethics and editorial integrity, in accordance with the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics, the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors, and the World Association of Medical Editors. To advance scientific discovery, promote evidence-based clinical practice, and foster innovation in orthopedics, ultimately improving global health outcomes. We invite researchers, clinicians, and multidisciplinary experts worldwide to submit high-quality manuscripts and contribute to shaping the future of orthopedic science. Submit an Article >>

2026 Published Issues
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Editors-in-Chief
  • Xiao-Jian Ye, MD, Chief Physician, (Email: yexj2002@163.com) Department of Orthopedics, Tongren Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200233, China
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WJO is now abstracted and indexed in Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI, Web of Science), Scopus, Reference Citation Analysis, China Science and Technology Journal Database, and Superstar Journals Database. 
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The 2026 edition of Journal Citation Reports® cites the 2025 journal impact factor (JIF) for WJO as 2.3; JIF without journal self cites: 2.2; 5-year JIF: 2.5; JIF Rank: 62/147 in orthopedics; JIF Quartile: Q2; and 5-year JIF Quartile: Q2.

The WJO’s CiteScore for 2025 is 3.6 and Scopus CiteScore rank 2025: Orthopedics and sports medicine is 128/340.

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2218-5836 (online)
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Received (3116), Duration of Peer Review (29 days/Mean), Days from Submission to First Decision (54 days/Mean), Second Decision Time (41 days/Mean), Accepted (44.9%/Mean), Production Time (65 days/Mean), Time to Publication (194 days/Mean), and Rejected (42.2%/Mean).
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Contents Volume 17 Issue 11 November 18, 2026
Minireviews
Knee joint proprioception in aging, osteoarthritis, and postoperative orthopedic rehabilitation: Current evidence and future directions—a narrative review
Musa Çankaya, Fatma Taşkın 
World J Orthop 17(11):125396. Published online Nov 18, 2026. doi: 10.5312/wjo.125396
Conceptual evolution in arthroscopic capsulotomy techniques and capsular management strategies for the hip
Chu-Jie Liu, Yin-Hao He, Qiang Peng, Can-Cai Jiang, Tie-Zhu Chen 
World J Orthop 17(11):125447. Published online Nov 18, 2026. doi: 10.5312/wjo.125447
Musculoskeletal problems of people with hemophilia aged > 65 years
Emerito Carlos Rodriguez-Merchan, William J Ribbans, Hortensia De la Corte-Rodriguez 
World J Orthop 17(11):126620. Published online Nov 18, 2026. doi: 10.5312/wjo.126620
Natural bioactive compounds in estrogen deficiency-induced osteoporosis: Classification and an integrated gut microbiota-metabolite-immune-bone framework
Long Luo, Tao Zhang, Wen-Sheng Xu 
World J Orthop 17(11):127949. Published online Nov 18, 2026. doi: 10.5312/wjo.127949
Retrospective Study
Hip arthroscopy trends and early postoperative outcomes: A National Surgical Quality Improvement Program study from 2014-2023
Anna Y Huang, Kush Savsani, Benjamin P Cassidy, Andrew S Cuthbert, Carl Edge, Jonathan B Goodloe 
World J Orthop 17(11):127390. Published online Nov 18, 2026. doi: 10.5312/wjo.127390
Observational Study
Influence of proximal cancellous bone void volume on the rigidity of tibial plateau fracture fixation: An observational study
Tosan Okoro, T Paavana, Sophie McDonald, Panagiotis Chatzistergos, Sophie Crooks, Thivagar Murugesan, Suresh Kondi, Robert Needham, Nachiappan Chockalingam 
World J Orthop 17(11):123916. Published online Nov 18, 2026. doi: 10.5312/wjo.123916
Finite element analysis of a novel modular support system for lumbar reconstruction following vertebral column resection
Andhika Yudistira, Respati Suryanto Dradjat, Edi Mustamsir, Mochamad Agus Choiron, Yuyun Yueniwati, Hidayat Sujuti, I Ketut Suyasa 
World J Orthop 17(11):124459. Published online Nov 18, 2026. doi: 10.5312/wjo.124459
Basic Study
Osteoreparative potential of nanofibrillated cellulose, xenograft, and butvar-phenolic adhesive-based composite
Berik E Tuleubayev, Bakhtiyar K Makhatov, Vladimir A Vinokurov, Yevgeniy K Kamyshanskiy, Yekaterina Y Kossilova, Saule B Akhmetova, Amina A Koshanova, Marat Z Davletbaev, Marietta G Arutyunyan 
World J Orthop 17(11):118182. Published online Nov 18, 2026. doi: 10.5312/wjo.118182
Single-cell RNA-sequencing analysis reveals cellular states and intercellular communication of human lumbar facet-joint degeneration
Xiang-Yuan Chen, Wen Luo, Yuan-Zhen Chen, Lei Wang, Yue-Ying Zhang, Hui-Ying Li, Ping Wang, Zhen-Tao Man, Wei Li, Dan-Dan Wang 
World J Orthop 17(11):125372. Published online Nov 18, 2026. doi: 10.5312/wjo.125372
Integrating Mendelian randomization and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay validation identifies candidate mediators across the rheumatoid arthritis disease continuum
Yuan-Song Song, Jun-Ling Luo, Xi-Fan Zheng, Ye-Ping Chen, Ze-Ming Li, Jun Yao 
World J Orthop 17(11):125433. Published online Nov 18, 2026. doi: 10.5312/wjo.125433
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