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Advancing the Therapeutic Massage Research Agenda(s)
1Complementary Medicine Education and Outcomes Research Program, British Columbia Cancer Agency, Vancouver, BC, Canada.
International Journal of Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork
|September 4, 2013
Summary
Research agendas are crucial for advancing therapeutic massage and bodywork (TMB) practice and professionalization. Key areas like education and methodology require further attention within current TMB research agendas.
Area of Science:
- Integrative and Complementary Medicine
- Health Services Research
Background:
- Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (TMB) has emerged as a significant field of study with dedicated resources.
- Research agendas are vital tools for guiding the strategic development and funding of TMB research.
- Two distinct TMB research agendas exist, with one undergoing revision and the other newly established.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the importance of research agendas in shaping the future of TMB practice and professionalization.
- To identify potential gaps and areas for enhancement within existing TMB research agendas.
- To encourage active engagement and participation of TMB researchers in the evolution of these agendas.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of the role and impact of research agendas in professional fields.
- Review of current TMB research agendas and identification of key focus areas.
- Discussion of potential gaps and areas needing further support within the agendas.
Main Results:
- Existing TMB research agendas are critical for directing research efforts and funding.
- Gaps in research agendas can significantly impact the profession's development.
- Education, methods/methodologies, and underlying assumptions are identified as areas needing further focus.
Conclusions:
- TMB researchers must actively engage with and support current research agendas.
- Continued participation and contribution are essential for the ongoing evolution and refinement of TMB research agendas.
- Addressing identified gaps will further advance the practice and professionalization of TMB.
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