An Exploration of Clinical Research: Three Researchers Share How Their Work Helps Move the Massage Profession Forward.

ATTITUDE (Psychology); MASSAGE therapy; MEDICAL personnel; PRIORITY (Philosophy); PROFESSIONAL employee training; RESEARCH evaluation; VOCATIONAL guidance; PAIN management; RESEARCH in alternative medicine; MASSAGE therapists

The article features the views of massage therapy researchers on their work's contribution to promote the massage profession as of 2019. Niki Munk acknowledges the enhanced awareness and emphasis on research since her professional start. Martha Menard observes that there is now greater acceptance of individualized protocols that better reflect clinical practice. Jolie Haun cites the research topic for specific, complex conditions as a priority development in research.