About the Journal

Spectrum Journal of Physical Therapy (SJPT) is a quarterly, peer-reviewed, open-access journal that publishes high-quality research dedicated to advancing the science, education, and practice of physiotherapy. The journal provides a platform for researchers, clinicians, and educators to share evidence-based work that enhances patient outcomes, promotes innovation, and strengthens the physiotherapy profession at both national and international levels.

Focus and Scope

SJPT covers all core areas of physiotherapy, including but not limited to:

  • Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
  • Neurological Physiotherapy
  • Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy
  • Sports Physiotherapy
  • Pediatric Physiotherapy
  • Geriatric Physiotherapy
  • Women’s Health Physiotherapy
  • Physiotherapy, Education and Professional Practice

The journal publishes original research articles, clinical trials, systematic reviews, case-control studies, meta-analyses, case reports, narrative reviews, and short communications.

Open Access Policy

SJPT is an open-access journal, providing immediate and unrestricted access to all published articles. Readers may read, download, distribute, and share articles without restriction. The journal operates under the Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC 4.0).

Copyright Notice

Authors retain the copyright of their published work. However, by submitting to SJPT, authors grant the journal the right to publish and disseminate their articles while allowing non-commercial reuse with proper citation.

Sponsorship and Disclosure

SJPT is published by PulseCore Health and Research Innovations (Pvt. Ltd.), an SECP-recognized company under the Research & Development section. The journal does not receive external funding and currently charges no submission or publication fees.

History of the Journal

Established in 2025, SJPT was launched to provide a dedicated platform for high-quality physiotherapy research from Pakistan and abroad, with a vision to promote evidence-based clinical practice and academic excellence.

Privacy Statement

Personal information such as names, emails, and affiliations provided to SJPT during submission or publication is used only for editorial purposes. It will not be shared with third parties without consent.

Archiving Policy

SJPT ensures long-term preservation and accessibility of all published content through LOCKSS, CLOCKSS, and PKP Preservation Network (PKP PN).