SICOT-J announces a Special Issue – ‘Techno-Revolution and Digital Innovations in Orthopedics Reshaping Musculoskeletal Treatments’
- Details
- Published on 31 March 2026
Call for Papers
The orthopedic world is undergoing a techno-revolution driven by breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, robotics, 3D bioprinting, nanotechnology, wearable biosensors, and digital twins. These innovations are transforming patient care across orthopedics, trauma, spine, arthroplasty, and sports medicine—enabling precision surgeries, faster recovery, and personalized treatments. Clinically validated advancements now include AI predicting implant longevity, robotic systems performing sub-millimeter accurate reconstructions, and exosome-loaded biomaterials accelerating tendon healing.
This special issue of SICOT-J highlights frontier innovations reshaping musculoskeletal treatments. However, challenges remain in ensuring equitable access, generating long-term implant data, and building interdisciplinary collaborations. The issue seeks contributions merging clinical expertise with digital innovation to guide policy, industry, and practice worldwide.
Key Submission Information
Submissions are invited on advances in all aspects of techno-revolution. Special areas looked forward to are:
- Artificial Intelligence in Orthopaedics
- Robotic-Assisted Orthopaedic Surgery
- Personalized Orthopaedic Care
- 3D Bioprinting in Orthopaedics
- Wearable Technologies and Smart Implants
- Cost-Effectiveness and Ethical Challenges of Digital Innovations in Orthopaedics
SICOT-J is a Gold Open Access publication, therefore Article Processing Charges (APCs)apply.
Submission Deadline: July 31, 2026.
Guest Editors:
Prof. Raju Vaishya (India)
Raju Vaishya is a distinguished orthopaedic surgeon, academician, and researcher with extensive experience in advancing musculoskeletal care through innovation and evidence-based practice. With a strong academic portfolio and numerous high-impact publications, he has been actively involved in promoting research at the intersection of clinical orthopaedics and emerging technologies. As Guest Editor of this special issue, he brings a keen interest in digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and translational innovations shaping the future of orthopaedic practice. His leadership aims to foster high-quality, globally relevant contributions that bridge clinical expertise with technological advancements to improve patient outcomes worldwide.
Prof. Alaaeldin Azmi Ahmad (Palestine)
Alaaeldine Azmi Ahmad is Professor of orthopedic surgery at the Palestine Polytechnic University- Palestine, adjunct professor in University of Toledo, Ohio - USA, with 26+ years of experience. His clinical and research interests are in pediatric spinal surgery and club foot management, with a special focus on early-onset scoliosis, minimally invasive techniques in pediatric spine deformity, and accelerated Ponseti technique. He is also active as a global surgeon overseeing and participating in clinical programs that focus on education and training in Asia, Africa, and Latin America regions.