Yongli Zuo , Juntao Zhang , Xiangyang Leng , Yihua Fan , Bifeng Fu , Ping Wang
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Abstract
Background
Although low back pain (LBP) contributes to the global disease burden, literature on the scientometric analysis of low back pain is limited.
Objective
This study aimed to demonstrate the research state and capture developmental dynamics of low back pain utilizing scientometric analysis and visualization methods.
Methods
Literature on low back pain from 2011 to 2020 was retrieved from the Web of Science core collection. CiteSpace software was used to generate the relevant knowledge map and carry out scientometric analysis on the volume of literature, cooperation between countries/regions and research institutions, disciplines, journals, highly cited references, and keywords. Research hotspots and trends of the included literature were then stated.
Results
A total of 27,968 publications were obtained and the number of annual publications maintained growth continually. Australia and the University of Washington had the maximum centrality. The USA and the University of Sydney were the most prolific country and institution respectively, thus indicating that they are important in this field. Publications were devoted to the disciplines of neurology, orthopedics and rehabilitation. The highest cited journal is Spine (18478), followed by European Spine Journal (11344) and Pain (11097). The systematic review, disease burden, epidemiology, clinical practice recommendations, and primary care management are the key subjects covered by highly cited papers. The keywords were primarily concerned with pain etiology, disease type, clinical treatment, and trials. Burst keywords in LBP were controlled trial, practice guideline, stability, adolescent, individual, activation and expression, which can be regarded as research hotspots and frontiers.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the data clearly shows a consistent increase in LBP studies. The historical review provides insight into LBP as well as valuable information for researchers to identify new perspectives on potential cooperative institutions, hot topics, and a strong foundation for future research.
期刊介绍:
The 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.