Topographical Anatomy and Physiological Mechanics of the Musculoskeletal System
A special issue of Life (ISSN 2075-1729). This special issue belongs to the section "Medical Research".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2025 | Viewed by 520
Special Issue Editor
Interests: musculoskeletal system, biomechanical phenomena; functional laterality; anatomic variation; topographic anatomy; comparative anatomy; cross-sectional anatomy; human development; larynx
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Recently, we curated and published a Special Issue on all aspects of the topographic anatomy of the human body. Now, we will focus on the topography and functional aspects of the musculoskeletal system. In general medical practice, most patients present with pain and other problems with their musculoskeletal apparatus. Thus, knowledge of its functional and topographic aspects is of the utmost importance. For this Special Issue, we invite manuscripts focusing on these topics, as well as radio-anatomical, developmental, and comparative anatomical aspects. We also welcome manuscripts discussing the anatomical basis behind surgical approaches to the bones and joints. Ideally, they should emphasize that minimally invasive surgery does not mean making the shortest possible skin incision; rather, it refers to minimalizing the trauma to the surrounding soft tissues. Hence, protecting internal soft tissue should be a fundamental aim.
For all articles including morphological images, we ask that potential authors submit their illustrations at the highest possible resolution and highest quality. A minimum resolution of 300 dpi is a prerequisite. Blurred images or photographs taken at a resolution far below that minimum will be rejected. In these cases, authors will be asked to prepare new images that fit the prerequisite prior to starting the peer review process. In order to avoid prolonging the publication process, we recommend meeting this requirement from the beginning.
When addressing anatomical topics, authors should also have a look at earlier publications. These should cover not only the last decade but also the original publications and monographs of the 19th and 20th century. Many aspects have already been focused on but have been forgotten. Recent improvements in radiologic diagnostics and surgical approaches could significantly benefit from this hidden knowledge.
The Special Issue is now open for submissions. Prospective authors should first send a short abstract or tentative title to the Editorial Office. If the Guest Editor deems the topic to be appropriate for inclusion in this Special Issue, then the author will be encouraged to submit a full manuscript.
Prof. Dr. Michael L. Pretterklieber
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- muscle
- bone
- joint
- peripheral nerve
- motor innervation
- proprioception
- anatomical variant
- radiologic imaging
- development
- comparative anatomy
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