Author Instructions

Author Instructions

Author Guidelines for Submission to the Insights-Journal of Health and Rehabilitation (IJHR)

Submission Overview:

IJHR invites original research articles, reviews, case reports, short communications, and letters to the editor. We only accept original manuscripts that are not under consideration or previously published elsewhere.

 

Submission Process:

Manuscripts must be submitted online via the IJHR website. The corresponding author should register or log into an existing account to navigate the five-step submission process. Manuscripts should be anonymized to exclude authors' details; such information must be provided separately in the metadata section. Supplementary files (e.g., datasets, fee documents) can be attached as needed.

 

Language and Formatting:

  • Language: Manuscripts must be in English, adhering to either British or American English standards consistently.
  • Font and Spacing: Use Times New Roman, size 12, justified alignment, with single line spacing.
  • Tables and Figures: Should be inserted in their appropriate locations within the text, not appended at the end.

 

Manuscript Types and Requirements:

  • Review Article: Up to 3500 words, excluding references.
  • Original Article: Up to 2500 words, excluding a structured abstract (250 words max) and references (minimum 20).
  • Case Report: Includes Abstract, Introduction, Case Report, Discussion, and Conclusion sections.
  • Short Report/Special Communication: Up to 1250 words, an unstructured abstract (150 words max), up to two tables or figures, and no more than 10 references.
  • Letters to the Editor: 250 words for comments on recent articles (submitted within four weeks of publication) or 400 words for other cases, with no more than five references and one table or figure.

 

Title and Keywords:

  • The title should clearly indicate the study's design, objectives, variables, population characteristics, and geographical location. Avoid abbreviations.
  • Include 5-10 keywords from the Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) of the U.S. National Library of Medicine.

 

Abbreviations and Units:

  • Use only standard abbreviations; introduce each at first mention followed by the abbreviation in parentheses. Well-known abbreviations may be used freely.
  • Measurements should be reported in International System of Units (SI). Use generic drug names, with brand names in parentheses if necessary.

 

Tables and Figures:

  • Include as necessary, ensuring each can be understood independently of the text.
  • Provide a concise legend for each, summarizing the content and corresponding with the manuscript's title.
  • High-quality, editable graphs and charts are required. Obtain permission for reused material.

 

References:

  • Adhere to the Vancouver style for references.
  • Number references sequentially in the order they appear in the text.
  • For up to six authors, list all names; for more, add 'et al.' after the sixth author.
  • Use abbreviations for journal titles as per the Index Medicus/Medline/PubMed/NLM Catalogue.

 

SUBMISSION

Insights-Journal of Health and Rehabilitation (IJHR) seeks to publish pioneering research that significantly advances the field of health and rehabilitation. Below are comprehensive guidelines to assist authors in preparing and submitting their manuscripts for publication consideration.

 

Submission Categories

IJHR accepts the following types of manuscripts:

  • Original Research Articles
  • Review Articles
  • Case Reports
  • Short Communications
  • Letters to the Editor

Ensure your manuscript is original, not previously published, nor under consideration for publication elsewhere.

 

How to Submit

Manuscripts must be submitted electronically via the IJHR submission portal. The corresponding author will need to create or log into an existing account and follow the submission steps provided on the portal.

 

Manuscript Preparation Guidelines

General Formatting:

  • Language: Manuscripts must be in English, adhering to either British or American English standards consistently throughout the text.
  • Font & Layout: Use Times New Roman, size 12, justified alignment, and single-line spacing.
  • Figures & Tables: Embed directly within the text at the appropriate points. Ensure high quality and clarity.

 

Manuscript Structure:

  • Abstract: Not exceeding 250 words, structured into Background, Methods, Results, and Conclusion sections. Exceptionally, up to 350 words may be allowed.
  • Main Text (IMRAD Format):

o Introduction: Briefly introduce the problem, objectives, and significance of the study.

o Methods: Detail the study design, population, sampling methods, data collection procedures, and statistical analysis. Mention ethical approvals and informed consent.

o Results: Present findings in a logical sequence, including descriptive and inferential statistics. Highlight significant results.

o Discussion: Interpret findings, comparing them with relevant literature. Discuss the implications, limitations, and potential for future research.

o Conclusion: Summarize the main findings and their importance to health and rehabilitation research.

 

Ethical Considerations:

  • Comply with ethical standards for human and animal research, including obtaining necessary approvals and consent.
  • Disclose any potential conflicts of interest.

 

References and Citations:

  • Follow the Vancouver citation style.
  • Include a comprehensive list of references, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

 

Additional Requirements:

  • Figures and Tables: Must be accompanied by descriptive titles and legends. Ensure they are cited in the text.
  • Supplementary Materials: If applicable, may be submitted alongside the main manuscript.

 

Review and Decision Process:

  • IJHR employs a double-blind peer-review process, ensuring unbiased and rigorous evaluation of manuscripts.
  • Decisions on manuscripts are based on scientific merit, relevance to the field, and compliance with journal standards.

 

Publication Ethics:

  • IJHR adheres to high ethical standards in publication and expects the same from its authors.
  • Manuscripts must adhere to guidelines on research integrity, authorship, and conflict of interest disclosures.

 

Upon Acceptance

  • Open Access: IJHR operates under a Creative Commons Attribution License, allowing unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.
  • Data Privacy: IJHR is committed to protecting the privacy of its contributors and users.

 

For further information or queries regarding the submission process, please visit our submission portal or contact the editorial office at submit@ijhr.com. We look forward to your valuable contributions to the field of health and rehabilitation research.

Article Processing and Publication Fee Policy for the Insights-Journal of Health and Rehabilitation (IJHR)

Article Processing Charges (APCs):

The Insights-Journal of Health and Rehabilitation (IJHR) is dedicated to the widespread dissemination of research findings. We do not impose any Article Processing Charges (APCs) for manuscript submission, processing, or peer review. Our aim is to promote the publication of high-quality research without financial obstacles.

 

Publication Fees:

To support the costs associated with broad dissemination, technical processing, and maintenance of published works, IJHR applies the following Standard Article Publication Fees:

  • National Submissions: PKR 15,000
  • International Submissions: USD 60

These fees are only applicable upon the acceptance of the manuscript for publication.

 

Fast Track Publication Option:

For researchers needing expedited publication, IJHR offers a Fast Track publication option. This service is designed to significantly shorten the review and publication timeline. More details about the Fast Track service and its associated fees are available upon request from the editorial office.

 

Subscription Charges:

In keeping with our commitment to accessibility and open science, IJHR does not charge any subscription fees. All published content is freely available to readers worldwide, ensuring unrestricted access to the latest research findings in health and rehabilitation sciences.

 

Waiver Policy:

IJHR recognizes that financial constraints should not hinder the publication of important research. Therefore, we provide a waiver policy for authors who cannot afford the publication fees. Waiver requests are assessed on a case-by-case basis, with priority given to authors from low-income countries and those in exceptional circumstances. Authors should submit a detailed waiver request to the editorial office, including a justification for the waiver and proof of financial need.

 

Our waiver policy is designed to ensure that financial limitations do not prevent the publication of valuable scientific contributions. We encourage authors in need of financial support to contact us to discuss available options.

 

Conclusion:

IJHR’s fee policies are designed to support ethical, accessible, and fair dissemination of scientific knowledge. We are committed to the principles of open access to advance research and understanding within the global community. For more details or inquiries about our fee policies, please contact the IJHR editorial office.

 

Source of Funding Disclosure

IJHR emphasizes the importance of transparency in the research publication process. Accordingly, we require authors to disclose all sources of funding for their research. This disclosure should include the name of the funding organization and, if applicable, the grant number. The reasons for this requirement are:

  • Transparency and Integrity: It promotes transparency, allowing readers to evaluate potential biases or conflicts of interest.
  • Acknowledgment: It properly acknowledges the financial support that enabled the research.
  • Research Impact: It helps delineate the landscape of financial support in health and rehabilitation research, guiding future funding strategies.

We urge authors to view the disclosure of funding sources as a crucial part of ethical publication practices, adding to the credibility and integrity of their work.

 

For any questions or more information regarding our financial policies, please do not hesitate to contact the IJHR editorial office.

 

Submission Guidelines and Author Instructions for the Insights-Journal of Health and Rehabilitation (IJHR)

Overview: The Insights-Journal of Health and Rehabilitation (IJHR) serves as a leading platform for groundbreaking research across various health-related fields, including but not limited to rehabilitation, medical sciences, allied health, nursing, environmental health sciences, and health technology. We welcome a diverse range of manuscripts such as original research, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, case reports, short communications, commentaries, and letters to the editor.

 

Manuscript Preparation and Submission Requirements:

  • Originality: Manuscripts should be original, unpublished, and not under review elsewhere.
  • Formatting: Submissions should be in English, using Times New Roman, 12-point font, single-spaced. Use italics for emphasis rather than underlining, except with URL addresses.
  • Types of Manuscripts and Length:

o Original Research: Max 2500 words, excluding a structured abstract (up to 250 words) and references.

o Reviews and Meta-Analyses: Max 3500 words, excluding abstract and references.

o Case Reports: Max 1500 words with an unstructured abstract of 150 words.

o Short Communications: Up to 1250 words including a brief abstract.

o Commentaries: Up to 1200 words for in-depth analysis of current topics.

o Letters to the Editor: Max 400 words for general commentary or 250 words in response to previously published work.

  • Abstract and Keywords: Provide a structured (for research articles) or unstructured (for case reports) abstract, followed by 5-6 relevant keywords.
  • Manuscript Structure: Follow the IMRAD format (Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion) for research articles. Include necessary subheadings.
  • References: Use the Vancouver citation style. Ensure completeness of the reference list and in-text citations.
  • Figures and Tables: Embed within the text at appropriate points, ensuring clarity and high resolution.

 

Online Submission Process:

  • Submission Portal: Manuscripts must be submitted via IJHR’s online system. The corresponding author should include comprehensive contact details.
  • Ethical Considerations: Include statements on ethics approval and informed consent for human subjects, animal welfare considerations for studies involving animals, and conflict of interest disclosures.
  • Data Sharing Statement: Authors are encouraged to indicate their willingness to share research data.

 

Publication Fees and Waiver Policy:

  • Article Processing Charge (APC): None.
  • Standard Publication Fee: National authors: 15000 PKR; International authors: 60 USD.
  • Waiver Policy: IJHR offers a limited number of waivers to authors genuinely unable to afford the publication fee. Requests for waivers must be justified with documentation demonstrating the financial need, and priority is given to high-quality manuscripts from low-income regions. Decisions on waivers are made on a case-by-case basis, aiming to balance broad access to publishing opportunities with sustainability of the journal.

 

Review and Decision Process:

  • Peer Review: IJHR uses a double-blind peer review process to maintain impartiality.
  • Editorial Decision: Based on peer review, manuscripts may be accepted, require minor/major revisions, or be rejected.
  • Publication: Accepted manuscripts will be proofread, finalized, and published online.

 

Copyright and Access Policy:

  • Open Access: IJHR provides immediate open access to its content, under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License.
  • Copyright: Authors retain copyright, granting anyone the right to use, share, and adapt the work non-commercially, provided proper attribution is given.

 

These detailed guidelines are crafted to ensure a transparent, fair, and standardized submission and publication process. For more information, authors are encouraged to visit the IJHR Submission Portal.