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Australian Podiatry Research in Paediatrics: A Bibliometric Analysis
Helen A Banwell1, Peta Tehan2, Matthew Carroll3
1School of Allied Health and Human Performance, Adelaide University, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
Journal of Foot and Ankle Research
|March 13, 2026
Summary
Australian paediatric podiatry research shows high engagement but low funding and evidence levels. Further research is needed to improve the quality of care for children and adolescents.
Area of Science:
- Bibliometrics
- Paediatric Podiatry
- Foot and Lower Limb Research
Background:
- Bibliographic analysis of Australian paediatric podiatry research.
- Focus on foot and lower leg studies by Australian authors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a bibliographic analysis of Australian paediatric podiatry research.
- To identify trends in publications, citations, and research quality.
Main Methods:
- Scopus database search from 1970-2024.
- Bibliometric analysis using R-based tools.
- Categorization of research type, evidence level, and funding.
Main Results:
- 280 articles identified, with 8331 citations.
- Gait & Posture was the most frequent journal; University of Sydney the leading institution.
- Most research focused on detection/diagnosis (25%), with low Level I evidence (12%) and funding (25% Category 1, 55% unfunded).
Conclusions:
- Paediatric podiatry research constitutes 17% of Australian foot/lower limb research.
- Research shows high engagement but low funding and reliance on Level 3 evidence.
- Need for more robust methodologies to enhance clinical care evidence for pediatric populations.
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