About the Journal

Pakistan Journal of Occupational Therapy and Health  (PJOTH)
Published by Allied Nexus Publisher (ANP), registered under incorporation number 0239869 with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) in collaboration with Nighdasht, SECP incorporation number 0269862

Vision

A leading platform for advancing evidence-based Occupational Therapy ,Allied Health practices in Pakistan and interprofessional collaboration, driving innovation, collaboration, and improved community health outcomes.

The Pakistan Journal of Occupational Therapy and Health marks a transformative milestone in the evolution of the country’s healthcare landscape. As the first scholarly publication dedicated exclusively to Occupational Therapy and health in Pakistan

Scope of the Journal

PJOTH welcomes submissions that explore the full spectrum of Occupational Therapy and Allied Health domains, including but not limited to:

Occupational health and performance 

Functional health and rehabilitation practices

Preventive and community-based care models

Assistive technology and adaptive strategies

Interdisciplinary healthcare interventions

Educational innovations and curriculum development

Policy analysis and healthcare system strengthening

Bio-psycho-social approaches to human functioning

The journal particularly values research that addresses local healthcare challenges through evidence-based solutions, and promotes knowledge exchange that can influence policy, education, and practice across both urban and underserved communities. PJOTH aligns with global health priorities, highlighting the essential role of Occupational Therapy in improving independence, participation, and quality of life across the lifespan.

A defining feature of the Pakistan Journal of Occupational Therapy and Health is its commitment to interprofessional collaboration. By engaging a wide spectrum of contributors—including Assistive Technology Specialists, Bioengineers, Public Health Researchers, Social Scientists, and representatives from the Ministry of Health—the journal promotes a comprehensive and integrative perspective on health and rehabilitation. This inclusive, cross-disciplinary orientation not only encourages the sharing of diverse methodologies and viewpoints but also enables the co-creation of innovative, patient-centered solutions that respond to the complex social, physical, and psychological determinants of health.

In alignment with global public health priorities, the journal underscores the pivotal role of Occupational Therapy in enhancing functional health, fostering independence, and improving quality of life across the lifespan. Through its commitment to publishing research that promotes preventive care, rehabilitative services, and community-based interventions, the journal actively contributes to strengthening health systems and addressing care disparities.