Innovation articles present novel techniques, technologies, or approaches in orthopaedics that have the potential to improve patient care or clinical practice. Authors are advised to focus on the rationale for their innovation, its potential impact, and any future work required.
In general, Innovation articles should not present clinical data. Scientific studies dealing with such data, even if evaluating a novel tool or technique, would instead fall under one of the JBJS Scientific Article types (RCT, Observational Study, Basic Science Study, or Survey Study).
- 1500-word limit
- ≤3 tables and/or figures total
- If applicable, supportive evidence may be presented in an Appendix as a brief summary of any methods, results, and outcomes.
If you have an idea for an Innovation article but are unsure if it is a good fit for the JBJS audience and will meet publication criteria, complete our Editorial Proposal Form. We will route it to the relevant JBJS editor and they will respond, typically within 30 days.