Brazilian Journal of Physical Therapy
Brazilian Journal of Physical Therapy
ISSN: 1413-3555

The Brazilian Journal of Physical Therapy (BJPT) is the official publication of the Brazilian Society of Physical Therapy Research and Graduate Studies (ABRAPG-Ft). It publishes original research articles on topics related to the areas of physical therapy and rehabilitation sciences, including clinical, basic or applied studies on the assessment, prevention, and treatment of movement disorders.

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Impact factor

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Impact factor 2024
3.2
Citescore

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Citescore 2024
6.1
SJR

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SJR 2024
0.952
SNIP

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SNIP 2024
1.568
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Original Research
The relationship between lower limb alignment and physical fitness in children aged 10–12: A sex-specific analysis using the ALPHA-fitness test battery
Carlos Lahoz, Jorge Pérez-Rey, David González, José Gallart, Javier Bayod, María José Luesma
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Original Research
The content of diagnostic information has an immediate effect on pain with loading in people with midportion Achilles tendinopathy: a randomized clinical experiment
Nigel J Travers, Mervyn J Travers, William Gibson, James R Debenham, Dana A Hince, Benedict M Wand
Highlights

  • The content of diagnostic information influenced pain intensity with loading in people with Achilles tendinopathy.

  • The effect on motor function was uncertain, though the changes observed might indicate decreased confidence in loading the tendon in those given a pathology orientated explanation.

  • The results of this study should prompt clinicians to carefully consider the language they use when discussing the factors contributing to the clinical condition in people with Achilles tendinopathy.

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Original Research
Effectiveness of an app-delivered, self-management exercise program in public safety workers with chronic low back pain: a randomized controlled trial
Eduardo Frio Marins, Tiago Thompsen Primo, Breno Berny Vasconcelos, Mauricio Tatsch Ximenes Carvalho, Lorena de Lima Oppelt, Victor Hugo Guesser Pinheiro, Fabrício Gonzales Scaglioni, Dirceu Antonio Maraschin Junior, ... Cristine Lima Alberton
Highlights

  • M-health interventions combining exercise and education are well accepted by PSW.

  • M-health exercise interventions reduce pain, disability, and improve mental health.

  • Mobile interventions provide a flexible solution for PSW.

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Systematic Review
Effects of aquatic exercises in woman who have undergone surgery after breast cancer: a systematic review with meta-analysis
Carla T. Silva, Claudia K. Silva, Juliano Casonatto, Aline C. Carrasco, Joseph G. McVeigh, Jefferson R. Cardoso
Highlights

  • Breast cancer treatments can cause numerous deleterious effects for survivors

  • Aquatic exercises may help reduce complaints arising from cancer treatments

  • Aquatic exercises may improve quality of life in patients with breast cancer compared to usual care.

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Issue
portada-S1413355525X00058Vol. 29. Issue 5. (In progress)
(1 September 2025)
This issue is in progress but contains articles that are final and fully citable.
Systematic Review
Factors related to motor outcomes in adolescents and adults with cerebral palsy: A systematic review
Rayane Félix Lôbo Monteiro, Camila Araújo Santos Santana, Paula Silva de Carvalho Chagas, Ana Carolina de Campos
Highlights

  • Individuals with CP can experience motor decline during transition to adulthood.

  • Previous reviews summarized factors leading to decline in gait, but not in other motor-related outcomes.

  • Age, GMFCS level, and presence of pain stood out as significant for a decline in gross motor function, gait, and neuromusculoskeletal functions.

  • Factors relevant to motor outcomes should be monitored by professionals providing rehabilitation to adolescents and adults.

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Rehabilitation management of the chronic pain-hypertension synergy: Proposal of an evidence-informed framework
Renzo Mendoza, Craig Hensley, Jennifer Ryan, Todd Davenport
Highlights

  • Chronic pain and hypertension (HTN) are intertwined global health challenges, with substantial societal and economic burdens.

  • Evidence suggests a bidirectional relationship between chronic pain and HTN, influenced by shared risk factors such as metabolic syndrome, obesity, poor sleep quality, and mental health conditions.

  • Physical therapists (PTs) can play a pivotal role in managing patients with chronic pain and HTN through evidence-informed screening, assessment, and interventions.

  • The proposed framework integrates biopsychosocial models for personalized pain management and emphasizes blood pressure monitoring for safe, effective interventions.

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Effects of aquatic exercises in woman who have undergone surgery after breast cancer: a systematic review with meta-analysis
Carla T. Silva, Claudia K. Silva, Juliano Casonatto, Aline C. Carrasco, Joseph G. McVeigh, Jefferson R. Cardoso
Highlights

  • Breast cancer treatments can cause numerous deleterious effects for survivors

  • Aquatic exercises may help reduce complaints arising from cancer treatments

  • Aquatic exercises may improve quality of life in patients with breast cancer compared to usual care.

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Original Research
Association between pitching velocity and elbow varus torque
Scott Peters, Garrett S. Bullock, Kristen F. Nicholson
Highlights

  • Small associations were seen with pitching mechanics and elbow torque when controlling for pitch velocity. This suggests that varus torques can potentially be reduced while maintaining pitch velocity.

  • Optimizing pitching efficiency by improving small aspects throughout the delivery will likely lead to increased coaching effectiveness vs attempting to find one variable.

  • Differences in association were seen in pelvic rotational velocity and thoracic rotational velocity, suggesting potential ramifications for the oblique musculature in force generation. This is an area for further research and focus.

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Editorial Board
Paula Rezende Camargo
Paula Rezende Camargo
Universidade Federal de São Carlos, São Carlos, SP, Brazil
Vinicius Cunha Oliveira
Vinicius Cunha Oliveira
Universidade Federal dos Vales do Jequitinhonha e Mucuri, DIAMANTINA, Brazil
Cristine Homsi Jorge
Cristine Homsi Jorge
Universidade de São Paulo, Faculdade de Medicina de Ribeirão Preto, Ribeirão Preto, Brazil
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1st STUDENT SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE OF THE BRAZILIAN ASSOCIATION FOR RESEARCH AND POSTGRADUATE IN PHYSIOTHERAPY (ABRAPG-FT)
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Federico Montero-Cuadrado, Laura Barrero-Santiago, Manuel Santos-Bermejo
10.1016/j.bjpt.2025.101176
Braz J Phys Ther. 2025;29:
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