Zambian Journal of Sports Physical Therapy

Advancing Sports Physical Therapy through Translational Research and Implementation Science in Zambia

Peer-Reviewed Excellence

Rigorous review process ensuring scientific quality and credibility in every publication.

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Evidence-Based Practice

Bridging the gap between cutting-edge research and clinical application.

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African & Global Perspectives

Showcasing sports physiotherapy research from Africa for a worldwide audience.

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Bridging Practice & Policy

Connecting clinical expertise with research insights and health policy development.

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Leading the Future of Sports Physical Therapy in Africa

ZJSPT prioritises work that is methodologically rigorous, contextually relevant, and practice-informing, with particular emphasis on low- and middle-income settings, elite and community sport, and health-system strengthening.

Our Mission

To advance sports physical therapy research, clinical practice, education, and policy in Zambia, Africa, and comparable global contexts through a peer-reviewed, open-access platform.

Our Vision

To become the leading African journal in sports physical therapy, recognised for its scientific rigour, accessibility, and impact on athlete health and performance across the continent and beyond.

Scope of the Journal

ZJSPT welcomes submissions across the full spectrum of sports physical therapy, including injury prevention, rehabilitation, sports biomechanics, athlete well-being, and implementation science in sport.

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Current Issue

Explore our most recent publications and groundbreaking research in sports physiotherapy.

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Editorial

Breaking research barriers in the global south: insights from sports and exercise medicine and sports physical therapy research in Zambia and a call to action

Mulenga Davie, Jessica Wallace, Sichitondo Martin, Oluwatoyosi B A Owoeye

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Original research

Coverage from medical teams and injury/illness epidemiology within youth athletics in Africa: A prospective study during the 2023 African Youth Under 18/20 Athletics Championships

Pascal Edouard, Davie Mulenga, Pierre-Eddy Dandrieux, Florence Salati, Jessica Wallace, Oluwatoyosi Owoeye

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Original Research

Diversifying sport-related concussion measures with baseline balance and ocular-motor scores in professional Zambian football athletes

Jessica Wallace, Davie Mulenga, Abigail Bretzin, Danae Delfin, Gabriel Muyinda, Kachinga Agrippa Sichizya, Joseph Mulenga

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Why Publish With ZJSPT?

Diamond open access (no article processing charges for the first year), African-led journal with global relevance, and a supportive editorial process for early-career researchers and clinician-scientists.

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Diamond Open Access

No article processing charges for the first one year; your work is freely available worldwide.

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African-Led, Globally Relevant

Strong focus on applied, practice-changing research with relevance to LMICs and global contexts.

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Supportive Editorial Process

Developmental review to help authors strengthen their work before publication.

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Diverse Article Types

Original research, systematic and scoping reviews, case reports, guidelines, implementation studies, and more.

Ready to Submit?

See our full scope, article types, and submission guidelines. All manuscripts undergo double-blind peer review.

For Authors Submission Guidelines

Join Our Peer Review Panel

Peer reviewers play a critical role in ensuring the scientific quality, credibility, and relevance of ZJSPT. We actively encourage reviewers from Zambia, Africa, and LMICs, alongside international experts.

Annual Acknowledgment

Public acknowledgment on the journal website for your contribution.

Certificates of Reviewing

Certificates of reviewing contribution for your portfolio.

Editorial Board Consideration

Consideration for Editorial Board appointments based on your reviewing record.

CPD & Academic Promotion

Documentation for CPD and academic promotion purposes.

Become a Reviewer

Read about reviewer roles, key review criteria, and how to get involved.

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Contact Us

Have questions? We're here to help. Reach out to our editorial team.

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Contact Person

Davie Mulenga

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Editorial Office

Lusaka, Zambia

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Website

www.zjspt.org
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