Two Convenient Submission Methods

We offer two streamlined pathways for submitting your integrative medicine research. Choose the method that best fits your workflow and manuscript complexity.

Manuscript Types We Publish

The Journal of Alternative Medicine and Mind Body Practices welcomes diverse research contributions that advance our understanding of integrative and complementary medicine. Our expert reviewers specialize in evaluating research across traditional healing systems, mind-body interventions, and evidence-based complementary therapies.

Pre-Submission Checklist

Ensure your manuscript is complete and properly formatted before submission. This checklist helps streamline the review process and reduces delays.

Peer Review Timeline

We are committed to providing timely, constructive feedback from experts in alternative and integrative medicine. Our transparent process ensures you know exactly where your manuscript stands at every stage.

Why Researchers Choose JAMMBP

Manuscript Preparation Guidelines

Structure Your Manuscript

For original research articles in alternative medicine and mind-body practices, organize your manuscript with these essential sections:

Title: Concise, descriptive, including key intervention and outcome (e.g., "Effects of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction on Chronic Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial")

Abstract: Structured format with Background, Methods, Results, Conclusions (250 words maximum). Clearly state the complementary therapy studied, study design, sample size, primary outcomes, and key findings with effect sizes.

Introduction: Establish the clinical problem, review relevant literature on the alternative therapy, identify gaps in current evidence, and state clear research objectives. For traditional medicine studies, provide cultural and historical context.

Methods: Detailed description enabling replication. For clinical trials, include: participant eligibility criteria, randomization method, intervention protocols (dose, frequency, duration for herbal medicines; technique specifics for acupuncture/massage; session structure for mind-body practices), control/comparison conditions, outcome measures with validation data, sample size calculation, and statistical analysis plan. Include practitioner qualifications and training.

Results: Present findings objectively with appropriate statistics. Report participant flow (CONSORT diagram for RCTs), baseline characteristics, primary and secondary outcomes with confidence intervals and p-values, adverse events, and treatment adherence/compliance rates.

Discussion: Interpret findings in context of existing evidence on the complementary therapy, discuss mechanisms of action (if known), address study limitations honestly, consider clinical implications for integrative medicine practice, and suggest future research directions.

Figures and Tables

Submit high-quality figures (300 DPI minimum) in TIFF, EPS, or high-resolution JPEG format. For acupuncture studies, include clear anatomical diagrams showing point locations. For herbal medicine research, provide botanical identification and chemical structure diagrams where relevant. All figures must have descriptive captions and be referenced in the text.

References

Use Vancouver or AMA citation style. Include DOIs for all references where available. Cite primary sources for traditional medicine practices and classical texts where appropriate. Ensure recent literature (within 5 years) is adequately represented, particularly systematic reviews and meta-analyses of the therapy under investigation.

Ethics and Consent

All research involving human participants must have ethics committee approval. Include the approval number and committee name in the Methods section. For clinical trials, provide trial registration number (ClinicalTrials.gov, ISRCTN, etc.). Confirm informed consent was obtained from all participants. For case reports, obtain written consent for publication and include a statement in the manuscript.

Open Access and Article Processing Charges

JAMMBP operates as a fully Open Access journal, ensuring your research on alternative medicine and mind-body practices reaches the widest possible audience without subscription barriers. Published articles are immediately and permanently free to read, download, and share.

Benefits of Open Access Publication:

• Immediate global visibility to practitioners, researchers, patients, and policymakers
• Higher citation rates and research impact
• Compliance with funder mandates (NIH, Wellcome Trust, etc.)
• Unrestricted sharing for educational and clinical purposes
• Faster dissemination of evidence-based complementary medicine findings

Article Processing Charges (APCs): Authors are responsible for APCs to cover peer review, editing, production, and hosting costs. Transparent pricing information is available on our website. We offer:

• Partial waivers for authors from low-income countries (World Bank classification)
• 50% discounts for authors from lower-middle-income countries
• Case-by-case waivers for unfunded research and financial hardship
• Institutional memberships providing discounted rates

Financial constraints should never prevent publication of quality research. Contact our editorial office to discuss waiver eligibility before submission.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of alternative medicine research do you publish?

We publish rigorous research on all evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine modalities, including but not limited to: acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine, herbal medicine and phytotherapy, mind-body practices (meditation, yoga, tai chi, qigong), manual therapies (chiropractic, osteopathy, massage), traditional healing systems (Ayurveda, Unani, traditional African medicine), homeopathy, naturopathy, energy medicine, and integrative medicine approaches combining conventional and complementary therapies.

Do you accept negative or null results?

Yes. We recognize the importance of publishing well-designed studies regardless of outcome. Negative findings on complementary therapies contribute valuable evidence to the field and help prevent publication bias. Ensure your methods are rigorous and your discussion addresses implications of null findings.

Can I suggest reviewers?

Yes. You may suggest 3-5 potential reviewers with relevant expertise in your cover letter. Include their names, affiliations, email addresses, and brief justification for their suitability. Also indicate any individuals you prefer to exclude as reviewers due to competing interests. Final reviewer selection remains at editorial discretion.

What if my manuscript is rejected?

Rejection decisions are based on scientific merit, methodological rigor, and fit with journal scope. You will receive detailed feedback explaining the decision. We encourage authors to carefully consider reviewer comments, revise the manuscript accordingly, and submit to another appropriate journal. Our editors can sometimes suggest alternative journals within our publishing network.

How do I track my submission status?

If you submitted via ManuscriptZone, log into your account to view real-time status updates, reviewer comments, and editorial decisions. You'll also receive email notifications at each stage. For Quick Submission Form submissions, you'll receive email updates as your manuscript progresses through review.

Can I submit a manuscript currently under review elsewhere?

No. We require that submitted manuscripts are not simultaneously under consideration at another journal. This is standard practice to respect reviewer time and editorial resources. If you wish to transfer a manuscript from another journal, you must first withdraw it from that journal before submitting to JAMMBP.