Journals in Complementary medicine

Chinese Herbal Medicines

ISSN: 1674-6384
5 Year impact factor: 3.2
Impact factor: 4.7

Please note: Authors who have submitted or will submit papers between 13 July 2020 (included) and 31 December 2024 (excluded) will have their accepted paper published in CHM at no charge. Authors submitting papers on and after 1 January 2025 will be requested to pay the APC. 20% discount of APC will apply to all papers submitted on and before 30 June 2025.From 12 July 2020 onwards, individual waiver requests shall be addressed to the editorial office at [email protected] prior to submission, and will considered on a case-by-case basis and may be granted in cases of genuine need.Chinese Herbal Medicines (CHM) is a peer-reviewed journal sponsored by Tianjin Institute of Pharmaceutical Research and Institute of Medicinal Plant Development, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences.CHM is an international quarterly-published journal with the aim at pioneering in the research trend of herbal medicines from different countries or regions and providing a forum for the theoretical and clinical studies on traditional medicines, herbal medicines and natural products. The journal covers researches on medicinal materials and resources, active constituents (including biosynthesis, tissue culture, etc.), classical and complex formulae (including compatibility and incompatibility of prescriptions, pharmaceutics and technology), quality evaluation and safety, authentication (including molecular and morphological identification, etc.) of herb medicines in phytochemistry, pharmacology, toxicology, pharmacokinetics, and therapeutic function through experimental and clinical trials. The journal is intended to disseminate the latest developments and research progress in traditional and herbal medical sciences to researchers, practitioners, academics and administrators worldwide in the field of traditional and herbal medicines. The journal's international coverage ensures that research and progress from all regions of the world are widely included.Article types accepted by CHM include, but are not limited to, editorials, original articles, reviews, short communications, and book reviews. Headed by experienced and internationally recognized Editors-in-Chief and supported by the well-represented international editorial board, CHM aims to be developed into a leading journal in the field of traditional and herbal medicine, and to become a communication bridge between traditional medicine and modern medicine.

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EXPLORE

ISSN: 1550-8307
5 Year impact factor: 2
Impact factor: 1.9

The Journal of Science & HealingEXPLORE: The Journal of Science & Healing addresses the scientific principles behind, and applications of, evidence-based healing practices from a wide variety of sources, including conventional, alternative, and cross-cultural medicine. It is an interdisciplinary journal that explores the healing arts, consciousness, spirituality, eco-environmental issues, and basic science as all these fields relate to health.Benefits to authors We also provide many author benefits, such as free PDFs, a liberal copyright policy, special discounts on Elsevier publications and much more. Please click here for more information on our author services.Please see our Guide for Authors for information on article submission. If you require any further information or help, please visit our support pages: https://service.elsevier.com

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International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine

ISSN: 1746-0689
5 Year impact factor: 1.6
Impact factor: 1.1

An official journal of General Osteopathic Council (UK), Osteopathy Australia, Ontario Association of Osteopathic Manual Practitioners, Osteopaths New Zealand Inc, Osteopathy BC, Officially recognised by:, Association of the Osteopathie Schule Deutschland (VOSD), Commission for Osteopathic Research, Practice and Promotion (CORPP), German Academy of Osteopathy And officially supported by Osteopathic European Academic Network (OsEAN), Manitoba Osteopathic AssociationThe International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine is a peer-reviewed journal that provides for the publication of high quality research articles and review papers that are as broad as the many disciplines that influence and underpin the principles and practice of osteopathic medicine. Particular emphasis is given to basic science research, clinical epidemiology and health social science in relation to osteopathy and neuromusculoskeletal medicine.The Editorial Board encourages submission of articles based on both quantitative and qualitative research designs. The Editorial Board also aims to provide a forum for discourse and debate on any aspect of osteopathy and neuromusculoskeletal medicine with the aim of critically evaluating existing practices in regard to the diagnosis, treatment and management of patients with neuromusculoskeletal disorders and somatic dysfunction. All manuscripts submitted to the IJOM are subject to a blinded review process. The categories currently available for publication include reports of original research, review papers, commentaries and articles related to clinical practice, including case reports. Further details can be found in the IJOM Instructions for Authors. Manuscripts are accepted for publication with the understanding that no substantial part has been, or will be published elsewhere.New section - Osteopathic Education: Papers which focus on osteopathic education in the clinical/practice environment and in academia are welcomed for a new section of the International Journal of Osteopathic Education. Papers from academics involved in the teaching of students in the classroom are welcomed alongside those from clinical staff involved in the education of osteopaths in practice, through post-qualifying education and training initiatives. It is essential that the evidence-base to education is developed and this is reflected in papers submitted for publication. In alignment with the journal's overall Aims and Scope, papers submitted for consideration of publication should be relevant to an international audience, even if they are national in scale of study. The editorial team wish to encourage submission of papers that demonstrate: • Innovation and development of education • Creativity in teaching and learning strategies • Evaluation and quality assurance of academic standards • Advancement of practice-based education • Collaborative interdisciplinary education initiatives • Delivery and evaluation of education within osteopathic and related services.

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Journal of Chiropractic Humanities

ISSN: 1556-3499

The Journal of Chiropractic Humanities (JCH) is a peer-reviewed journal devoted to providing a forum for the chiropractic profession to disseminate information dedicated to chiropractic humanities. The primary purpose of the Journal is to foster scholarly debate and interaction within the chiropractic profession regarding the humanities, which includes history, philosophy, linguistics, literature, jurisprudence, ethics, theory, sociology, comparative religions, and aspects of social sciences that address historical or philosophical approaches. The journal's objective is to fulfill this purpose through careful editorial review and publication of expert work, by creating legitimate dialogue in a field where a diversity of opinion exists, and by providing a professional forum for interaction of these views.

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Journal of Herbal Medicine

ISSN: 2210-8033
5 Year impact factor: 2.5
Impact factor: 2.2

The Journal of Herbal Medicine is a peer reviewed journal which aims to serve its readers as an authoritative resource on the profession and practice of herbal medicine. The content areas of the journal reflect the interests of Medical Herbalists and other health professionals interested in the clinical and professional application of botanical medicines. The objective is to strengthen the research and educational base of herbal medicine with research papers in the form of case studies, original research articles and reviews, monographs, clinical trials and relevant in vitro studies. It also publishes policy statements, opinion pieces, book reviews, conference proceedings and profession related information such as pharmacovigilance reports providing an information source for not only the Herbal Practitioner but any health professional with an interest in phytotherapy.Potentially the premier journal in its field, the journal welcomes papers that stimulate research and interest in herbal medicine education and practice that disseminate information about its clinical tradition, best practices, skills and knowledge, e.g. in the areas ofTraditional medicine, ethnobotany and western herbal medicineHerbal therapeutics, phytomedicine and herbal preparationsMedicinal plants in healthcare, clinical trials and pilot studiesBiological and pharmacological effects of plant extractsMedicinal plants and their anti-inflammatory, anti-cholesterol, hypotensive, antispasmodic, anti-diabetic, anticancer, antiviral, antibacterial and antifungal activityIn cases where a submission involves a protected species—such as plants, fungi, or microorganisms that are covered by CITES, listed on the IUCN Red List, or identified as at risk of extinction or in serious decline—it is essential to provide a comprehensive justification. This justification must either confirm ethical sourcing practices (like the use of cultivated plants) or outline efforts to seek alternative sources to replace the protected species.Please note that we do not publish papers where the focus and primary experimental method involve the use of animals. This includes in vivo and/or ex vivo studies and/or in vitro studies based on cell lines harvested from animals.Furthermore, we do not publish papers which contain references or citations related to animal studies. If your paper includes references or citations on animal studies please withdraw it, as such papers will not be considered for peer review or publication.Considering the standards upheld by the Journal of Herbal Medicine for publication integrity and safety, it is imperative to ensure that the solvents used in experimental studies accurately reflect true clinical practice and application of herbal medicine. Solvents such as methanol, hexane, petroleum, and ether can be toxic to humans. Therefore, submissions based on studies that use these solvents are unacceptable. Please note that referencing studies utilising these solvents is also against our clinical and publication standards.

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Journal of Integrative Medicine

ISSN: 2095-4964
5 Year impact factor: 3.7
Impact factor: 4.2

Journal of Integrative Medicine (JIM) is a peer-reviewed journal sponsored by Shanghai Association of Integrative Medicine and Shanghai Changhai Hospital, China. It is a continuation of the Journal of Chinese Integrative Medicine (JCIM), which was established in 2003 and published in Chinese language (The phonetic romanization of the Chinese title used by MEDLINE/PubMed is Zhong Xi Yi Jie He Xue Bao). Since 2013, JIM has been published in English language.JIM is an interdisciplinary journal focusing on academic research and clinical studies in the field of integrative medicine. It aims to be a leading journal for studies in integrative medicine, and to promote communication and integration among traditional medicinal systems, complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), and conventional western medicine. The editorial board is committed to publishing high-quality papers on integrative medicine and creating an open forum in which the international scholarly community can exchange views, share research and clinical experience, discuss integrative medicine education, and confer about issues and problems in our various disciplines and in integrative medicine as a whole. The journal's international scope ensures that research and progress from all regions of the world are widely covered.Topics covered include all aspects of integrative medicine, such as acupuncture and moxibustion, traditional Chinese medicine, Ayurvedic medicine, herbal medicine, homeopathy, nutrition, chiropractic, mind-body medicine, Taichi, Qigong, meditation, and any other modalities of CAM, as well as their integration with the conventional medicine.Article types include, but are not limited to, randomized controlled and pragmatic trials, translational and patient-centered effectiveness outcome studies, case series and reports, clinical trial protocols, preclinical and basic science studies, systematic reviews and meta-analyses, papers on methodology and medical history or education, conference proceedings, editorials, commentaries, short reports, book reviews, and letters to the editor.Headed by experienced and internationally recognized Editors-in-Chief and supported by a strong, internationally diverse team of editors, JIM benefits various groups, including clinical researchers, practitioners, academics and administrators worldwide in the field of medical healthcare. With its global reach, JIM looks to establish itself as an outstanding English language journal in its area of focus.Benefits to Authors JIM is published both in print and online. The print issues are published bimonthly. However, the journal publishes articles in their full-citable form as soon as the final author corrections have been approved. Therefore, online publication is ahead of the printed journal at the website http://www.jcimjournal.com/jim/. JIM is indexed in MEDLINE/PubMed, ScienceDirect, Embase, Chemical Abstracts, CAB Abstracts, EBSCO, Western Pacific Region Index Medicus (WPRIM), Chinese Science Citation Database (CSCD) and China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI). This ensures that articles published in JIM have the maximum exposure and visibility to the international scholarly community. JIM does not levy any submission fee or page charges to any author. We also provide many other author benefits, such as free PDFs, special discounts on Elsevier publications and much more. Please click here for more information on our author services.Please see our Guide for Authors (https://www.elsevier.com/journals/journal-of-integrative-medicine/2095-4964/guide-for-authors) for information on article submission. If you require any further information or help, please visit our support pages: https://service.elsevier.com.

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Osteopathische Medizin

ISSN: 1615-9071

Osteopathische Medizin ist ein unabhängiges medizinisch-wissenschaftliches Forum für alle Osteopathen und Osteopathinnen. Es vermittelt Fachwissen inter-/national renommierter Autoren und Autorinnen aus allen Bereichen der Osteopathie – detailliert, fundiert, praxisnah und aktuell. Osteopathische Medizin spiegelt den ganzheitlichen Ansatz der Osteopathie wider und beleuchtet alle akademisch-wissenschaftlichen, medizinischen, geschichtlichen und philosophischen Aspekte des osteopathischen Spektrums. Offizielles Organ derDeutsch-Amerikanische Akademie für Osteopathie (DAAO) e.V.Deutsche Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Osteopathische Therapie (DAGOT) e.V.Deutsche Gesellschaft für Osteopathische Medizin (DGOM) e.V.Deutscher Verband für Osteopathische Medizin (DVOM) e.V.Register der Traditionellen Osteopathen in Deutschland (ROD) GmbHVerband Osteopathie Schule Deutschland (VOSD)Verband Bundes Arbeitsgemeinschaft Osteopathie (BAO) e.V.KooperationInternational Journal of Osteopathic Medicine (IJOM)

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World Journal of Acupuncture - Moxibustion

ISSN: 1003-5257
5 Year impact factor: 0.5
Impact factor: 0.6

Aim To inherit the theory and practice of acupuncture medicine, collect the discoveries of scientific research of acupuncture, publicize and promote the practical technology of acupuncture, boost the understanding, exchange, and cooperation around the world in the field of acupuncture medicine and serve human health care worldwide.Scope Original articles and reviews of clinical practice, scientific research, literature, theory and education of acupuncture medicine worldwide. To be specific, the focus of the journal includes, but is not confined to, clinical researches, case reports, summaries of clinical experiences, experimental researches, literature researches, theory researches, teaching researches, reviews, perspectives, standards and guidelines on acupuncture, moxibustion, tuina, cupping, massage, etc.Characteristic As an international academic journal of acupuncture-moxibustion from the birthplace country of acupuncture medicine, WJAM readers are undertaking the practice and research of acupuncture science around the world, including the researches in East Asia, and those, not limited to western acupuncture practitioners. This journal studies acupuncture medicine as a separate and systematic discipline, rather than merely being considered as a complementary alternative intervention.Benefits to authorsWe also provide many author benefits, such as special discounts on Elsevier publications and much more. Please click here for more information on our author services.Please see our Guide for Authors for information on article submission. If you require any further information or help, please visit our support pages: https://service.elsevier.comEditorial Board

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