Preparing and Writing a Good Study Manuscript

Preparing a paper presentation and assembling a manuscript is the mainstay of sharing research findings with the orthopedic community. As technological advances continue to make literature accessible to an ever-growing audience of surgeons and researchers, it becomes even more critical to be able to present your findings in a coherent manner. Although it may seem simple, manuscript writing can be an arduous process that can frustrate even the most experienced writers. Successfully publishing of a manuscript requires many key components, including a well-thought-out question, methodology, and a willingness to revise your work. In this chapter, we will take you through the process of preparing a paper presentation from the birth of your idea to manuscript submission, with the purpose of providing a reproducible framework for researchers of any level.