Impact Factor
2.46
Journal Citation Impact
Estimated influence, citation density, publishing volume, and citation integrity from the analytics table.
Citation rate
1.36
60 total citations
h5-index
11
h5 depth signal
Cited share
59.6%
28 of 47
Total citations
60
Citation footprint
Metric signal
1.21
External metric anchor
Self-citation
0.0%
0 self-citations
Citations Trend
Monthly Publications Cadence
Citing Geographic Demographics
United States
76
Australia
38
United Kingdom
27
Germany
25
Netherlands
23
Citing Fields of Research
Musculoskeletal Disorders
179
Sports Science
134
Music
107
Postural Control
57
Psychiatry & Psychology
24
Publishing Activity & Reach
Volume, recency, access pattern, and citing-community signals from the journal analytics record.
All-time article footprint
914
Articles tracked across the journal lifetime
Indexed publication set
47
28 cited publications
Last 12 months
18
4.5 publications/month
Open access share
38.9%
7 OA publications in the last year
Leading citing country
United States
76 citing publications
Leading citing field
Musculoskeletal Disorders
179 citing publications
Latest tracked publication
1 September 2026
10 recent records available
Coverage & Indexing History
v25n1, Mar. 2010-
v25n1, Mar. 2010-
Research Focus & Classification
Indexed Subjects
Musculoskeletal Disorders
Sports Science
Music
Postural Control
Broad Categories
Occupational Medicine
Sports Science
Musculoskeletal Disorders
Music
MeSH Descriptors
Accidents, Occupational
Cumulative Trauma Disorders.
Dancing
Music
Occupational Diseases
Occupational Medicine
Latest Publications
Recent article records with DOI-first linking and condensed abstracts.
01
DOI 10.21091/mppa.2026.03012
Open DOI
Injury Prevalence and Risk Factors in Professional and Amateur Breakdancers in China: A Cross-Sectional Study
OBJECTIVES: This cross-sectional survey aimed to compare the 24-month injury prevalence between amateur and professional male breakdancers (also known as breakers or B-boys) in China and identify key injury characteristics associated wit...
02
DOI 10.21091/mppa.2026.03011
Open DOI
Cross-Cultural Validation of the Mazzarolo Music Performance Anxiety Scale—Brazilian Version (M-MPAS-Br)
BACKGROUND: Music performance anxiety (MPA) is common among musicians, affecting performance quality, well-being, and career continuity. Reliable and culturally adapted tools are essential for its assessment. The Mazzarolo Music Performa...
03
DOI 10.21091/mppa.2026.03010
Open DOI
The Right Fit Matters: A 12-Millimeter Narrower Keyboard per Octave Reduces Muscle Fatigue in Pianists with Smaller Hands
Muscle fatigue and smaller hand spans are considered important risk factors of injuries for pianists. The objective of the present study was to assess the effect of keyboard size and hand anthropometry on perceived exertion and the evolu...
04
DOI 10.21091/mppa.2026.03009
Open DOI
Prevalence and Associated Factors of Temporomandibular Symptom Reporting in Portuguese Professional Orchestral Musicians: A Cross-Sectional Study
BACKGROUND: Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) comprise a heterogeneous group of conditions affecting the temporomandibular joints, masticatory muscles, and related structures, and may influence both quality of life and professional perf...
05
DOI 10.21091/mppa.2026.03014
Open DOI
Patient-Reported Outcome Measures and Self-Management Strategies to Promote Health in Higher-Education Classical Music Performance Students: A Delphi Study
OBJECTIVES: Students in classical music performance in higher education frequently report playing-related musculoskeletal disorders (PRMDs) and psychological distress. Observational studies based on self-reported data suggest an associat...
06
DOI 10.21091/mppa.2026.02006
Open DOI
Hand-Arm Vibration Exposures in Male Drummers: A Cross-Sectional Study
Exposure to hand-arm vibration (HAV) is associated with the development of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), one of the most frequently reported playing-related musculoskeletal disorders (PRMDs) in drummers (i.e., percussionists who play the...
07
DOI 10.21091/mppa.2026.02007
Open DOI
Postural Strategies in Standing Violin Performance: An Observational Study
OBJECTIVE: This study examined how standing violinists regulate postural balance when several conditions are varied, including playing posture, weight of the instrument, technical and physical difficulty of the musical piece, and presenc...
08
DOI 10.21091/mppa.2026.02008
Open DOI
Surface Electromyography Measures of Muscle Activity in the Abdomen, Thorax, and Neck in Professional Trumpet Players
BACKGROUND: Trumpet playing requires precise embouchure, breath control, and postural support, engaging facial and respiratory muscles as well as muscles within the abdomen, thorax, and neck. Research on muscle activity during trumpet pl...
09
DOI 10.21091/mppa.2026.01001
Open DOI
Translation and Initial Validation of the Simplified Chinese Version of the Performance-Related Pain in Musicians Questionnaire (PPAM-C) Among Music Students in Shandong, China
The problem of occupational injuries and pain among musicians continues to receive wide attention. However, the limitations of survey tools have limited hindered the in-depth development of occupational health research on musicians acros...
10
DOI 10.21091/mppa.2026.01002
Open DOI
Exploring Breathing During Ballet Performance: A Case Report
Literature on renowned classical ballet dancers and educators highlights the importance of breathing in dancing. The purpose of this case study was to explore the feasibility of investigating the underexplored relationship between breath...
Bibliographical & Catalog Notes
Title from cover.
Print issues ceased with v. 34 (2019).
Also issued online.