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Publishing Journal Articles: Selecting a Journal

A how to guide for publishing journal articles

Comparison of Popular Acupuncture and TCM Journals

Journal Title Type of Research Open Access Publishing Fee Impact Factor
Acupuncture & Electro-Therapeutics Research Original research, clinical research, reviews on therapeutic methods, applications, limitations, theories, or principles No $0 Q2
Acupuncture in Medicine Original research, case study, education & practice, obeservation, book review, letter to the editor No $0 Q1
Advances in Mind-Body Medicine Review articles, theoretical models, opinion and commentary, case reports, and research reports No $0 Q2
Alternative & Complementary Therapies Original research, case study No  $0 Q2
Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine Original research, case study, book review, systematic review, book report No $0 Q4
American Journal of Chinese Medicine Original research, book review, systematic review, editorial No $0 Q1
Chinese Journal of Integrative Medicine Original research, case study, book review, systematic review, editorial

No 

 

$200-$250 USD fee/page Q1
Complementary Therapies in Medicine Original research, case study, book review, systematic review, editorial Yes

$0

$2100 for open access

Q1
Convergent Points: An East-West Case Report Journal Case Report Yes    
European Journal of Oriental Medicine  Original research, book review, editorial No   Q4
Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine   Yes $0  
Explore Original research, case study, book review, systematic review, brief report, editiorial Yes

$0

$1700 for open access

Q2
Focus on Alternative & Complementary Therapies Original research, systematic review, editorial Yes

$0

$3,000 for open access

Q3
Journal of Acupuncture & Meridian Studies Original research, book review, systematic review, editorial Yes $0 Q1
Journal of Acupuncture and Tuina Science Original research, case study, book review, systematic review Yes

"Authors are required to pay page fee if their manuscript is accepted for publication" 

$3,000 for open open access

Q3
Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine Original research, case study, systematic review, brief report Yes

$49

$3,000 for open access

Q1

 

Submission Checklist

  •   Is the manuscript written in the correct format, as detailed on the journal publisher’s website?
  •   Have you asked someone else to proofread your material for grammatical errors?
  •   Are your references properly cited?
  •   Have you double-checked that all of your charts, graphs, tables and illustrations are labeled correctly and in the acceptable format?
  •   If you are using graphs or illustrations that are not your own, did you procure the copyright to use them in your work?
  •   Did you check the journal’s aim / scope to make sure it is compatible with your article’s subject matter or the type of article?

This is a sample list of journals that currently publish articles on Traditional Chinese Medicine -- click on the journal title to see more information about the requirements.

Examples

Medical Acupuncture delivers authoritative, evidence-based clinical papers, case reports, and research findings that integrate concepts from traditional and modern forms of acupuncture with allopathic medicine.

Medical Acupuncture coverage includes:

  • Pain relief
  • Stroke
  • Neurological disorders
  • Digestive disorders
  • Respiratory disorders
  • Urinary, menstrual, and reproductive problems
  • Nausea and vomiting from oncological therapies
  • Dermatological conditions

Additional Info: High quality, peer-reviewed journal.

Author Guidelines

The North American Journal of Oriental Medicine (NAJOM) was founded for the promotion and development of the Japanese approaches to Oriental medicine in North America. We publish both paper and PDF versions of the journal, with all articles available in both English and Japanese, in an effort to facilitate networking among practitioners of Oriental medicine so that they may enhance their knowledge and skills.

As an international and multi-disciplinary publication, NAJOM does not uphold a particular approach or viewpoint, but our aim is to foster the growth and refinement of Oriental medicine grounded in skilled touch. With due respect for all traditions and perspectives of Oriental medicine, NAJOM pursues this aim by highlighting the theories and practices of traditional Japanese medicine, including Japanese acupuncture and moxibustion, kampo (herbology), shiatsu, anma, and do-in, which emphasize the vital role of touch in healing. Having developed over more than a thousand years, traditional Japanese medicine is an amalgamation of numerous aspects, developments, and interpretations of Oriental medicine in Japan. Oriental medicine is now practiced around the world and will continue to evolve and develop to suit the unique environment and needs of each region. NAJOM seeks to contribute to the development of Oriental medicine in North America by making more information available on traditional Japanese practices and how they are being applied today. The primary intention behind NAJOM is to serve as a forum for the exchange of ideas which inspires and motivates practitioners of Oriental medicine to deepen their understanding and refine their art.

Author Guidelines: None listed on their site. Each issue is on a specific topic; to reserve a spot in an upcoming issue, contact the editorial team at najom@shaw.ca

Journal of Acupuncture and Meridian Studies (JAMS) is a bimonthly, peer-reviewed journal featuring high-quality studies related to basic and clinical acupuncture and meridian research. It also includes new paradigm of integrative research, covering East–West and traditional–modern medicine. The following subjects will be covered by the journal: acupressure, electroacupuncture, laser therapy, pharmacopuncture (aqua-acupuncture, bee venom therapy, eight principle pharmacopuncture, meridian pharmacopuncture, moxibustion, Sasang constitutional medicine), herbal medicine, veterinary acupuncture, and related animal studies. Articles on general health science and other modalities, such as anthroposophy, homeopathy, ayurveda, bioelectromagnetic therapy, chiropractic, neural therapy and meditation, are eligible for consideration if the articles are related to acupuncture and meridian studies. Manuscripts should fall into one of the categories: topical review, original research paper, brief report and case report. 

Author Guidelines

The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine: Research on Paradigm, Practice, and Policy is a peer-reviewed journal. It includes observational and analytical reports, ideas, commentary, and opinions on therapies currently thought to be outside the realm of conventional Western biomedicine that are gaining interest and warranting research to assess therapeutic value. The Journal includes current concepts in clinical care, including case reports, which will be valuable for physicians and other health care professionals who are seeking to evaluate and integrate these therapies into patient care protocols.

Author Guidelines

Explore 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.
Author Guidelines

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