Video abstracts

Video Abstracts are short videos that accompany accepted manuscripts published in the journal. They aim to provide a clear, accessible, and engaging explanation of the main findings of the article.

This resource supports knowledge dissemination and knowledge translation, allowing authors to communicate their work in a more personal and accessible format for a broader audience.

Video abstracts will be published in the Video Abstracts section of the journal’s website and may also be disseminated through the journal’s social media platforms.

Video Specifications

Length
Up to 5 minutes.

File format
MP4.

Video orientation
Horizontal.

Language

The video should be recorded in English or Spanish, depending on the language of the published manuscript.

Content Guidelines

The video abstract should present the key elements of the accepted manuscript in a concise and accessible format.

Authors are encouraged to address the following elements:

• Brief introduction – What problem or topic does the study address?
• Objectives – What was the purpose of the study?
• Methods (briefly) – How was the study conducted?
• Main findings – What were the most important results?
• Practical implications – How may the findings be relevant for clinical practice, health policy, education, or future research?

The explanation should be clear and understandable for a broad audience, including clinicians, researchers, students, and interested members of the public.

Recording Recommendations

To ensure adequate video quality, authors are encouraged to consider the following recommendations:

• Use good lighting so that the speaker is clearly visible.
• Ensure clear audio, minimizing background noise.
• Record the video in a comfortable and appropriate environment, such as an office, clinical setting, or workspace where the author feels at ease presenting their work.
• Maintain a clear and engaging communication style.

Authors are also encouraged to invite interaction, for example by encouraging viewers to ask questions, leave comments, or explore additional resources related to the article.