Withdrawal Policy

The Journal of Novel Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation (JNPR) has established a comprehensive Withdrawal Policy to ensure clarity and transparency regarding the removal or correction of published and unpublished manuscripts. This policy aligns with international standards recommended by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), ICMJE, and WAME.

Withdrawal Before Publication

Authors may request withdrawal of their manuscript before publication under specific circumstances:

  • Discovery of major errors or inaccuracies in the manuscript.
  • Identification of ethical concerns, including plagiarism or duplicate submission.
  • Author conflicts such as misattributed authorship or undisclosed funding.

Requests must be submitted in writing to the editorial office with a valid reason. Editorial approval is required for withdrawal requests. Frequent or unjustified withdrawal requests may result in sanctions against the authors.

Withdrawal After Acceptance but Before Publication

Once a manuscript has been accepted and entered into production, withdrawal is permitted only in exceptional cases. Authors must justify their request, and editorial approval is mandatory. An administrative charge may apply due to costs incurred during review and production.

Post-Publication Corrections and Retractions

If issues are discovered after publication, the journal may take the following actions:

  • Erratum: Issued for minor errors that do not affect the overall findings.
  • Corrigendum: Published when an author identifies a significant error in their work.
  • Retraction: Published when findings are proven to be fraudulent, plagiarized, or ethically compromised.
  • Replacement: In rare cases, an article may be replaced with a corrected version, with a clear statement of changes made.

Retraction Guidelines

Retractions follow COPE guidelines and include:

  • Clear labeling as “Retraction” linked to the original article.
  • Permanent online availability of both the original and retraction notice.
  • Transparency regarding the reason for retraction.

Withdrawal Charges

To discourage misuse of the submission process, JNPR may impose a withdrawal charge if authors request withdrawal after peer review or acceptance without a justified reason. This covers editorial and administrative expenses.

Legal and Ethical Withdrawals

Articles may be withdrawn for legal reasons, such as copyright violations, defamation, or court orders. In such cases, the article metadata will remain visible, with an explanatory withdrawal notice.

Authors’ Responsibilities

  • Submit manuscripts only when they are prepared for full evaluation.
  • Ensure ethical conduct and originality before submission.
  • Provide a signed statement explaining reasons for withdrawal requests.

Editorial Responsibilities

  • Evaluate withdrawal requests impartially and transparently.
  • Ensure COPE guidelines are followed when issuing retractions or corrections.
  • Protect the integrity of the scientific record by maintaining a permanent withdrawal notice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can authors withdraw their manuscript during peer review?

Yes, but only with valid justification. Frequent withdrawals may impact future submissions.

What happens if plagiarism is detected post-publication?

The article will be retracted, and a formal notice will remain on the journal’s website and associated metadata systems.

Are withdrawal charges mandatory?

Charges may apply depending on the stage of the manuscript and the reason for withdrawal. Legitimate ethical concerns are exempt from charges.

Does JNPR follow COPE retraction guidelines?

Yes. All retractions, corrections, and withdrawals are managed in strict accordance with COPE best practices.