Cervical Spine Research Society’s official journal, Clinical Spine Surgery, publishes primary research studies, including Level I, II, and III evidence, focused on advancing evidence-based spine care and informing clinical practice. Published ten times annually, the journal also features articles on healthcare business topics and guidance for interpreting complex research methodologies, providing readers with practical and educational insights relevant to modern spine surgery.
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CSRS also publishes two special issues each year. The May issue features top abstracts from the previous year’s Annual Meeting, while the November issue focuses on a selected topic curated by invited member authors.
The May 2026 publication of Clinical Spine Surgery features Top Abstracts from the 2025 CSRS 53rd Annual Meeting. Click the button below to access this special issue now!
CSRS Active, Candidate, and Senior members receive complimentary online access to Clinical Spine Surgery. Members can access their subscription through the publisher site using the email associated with their membership. Those experiencing access issues should look for an email from Wolters Kluwer containing their personalized login credentials and subscription number with the subject line “CSS Journal Subscriber ID.”
Non-members can visit the Wolters Kluwer website to get subscription information.