In 2023, the share of corresponding/leading authors in scientific publications within orthopedics and sports medicine in Canada stood at a high benchmark. Forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 suggests a slight but consistent decrease, with year-on-year reductions averaging around 0.11% each year.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential shifts in collaboration dynamics, potentially affecting author roles.
Impact of digitalization and open-access policies on authorship recognition.
Influence of global research networks expanding participation beyond traditional leaders.