Episode 077: Massage Meets Research: Building an Evidence Base for Massage Therapy
Discover how research can transform massage therapy in this insightful exploration featuring Rona Moore, Dr. Jan Douglass, and Dr. Sarah Fogarty. From case studies to practice-based evidence, learn actionable steps to contribute to the evidence base, overcome barriers, and enhance the credibility of massage therapy in healthcare. Perfect for therapists eager to grow and make a lasting impact.
Episode 069: Ronna Moore – From Practitioner to Researcher – a career in Oncology and Palliative Massage
In this episode of Folding Towels, Jackie and David chat with Ronna Moore, a massage therapist and researcher in Melbourne, Australia. What started out as curiosity in 1982, Ronna shares how she developed her passion for manual lymphatic drainage and oncology massage over a 40-year career. As an advocate for publicly accessible massage in cancer care, Ronna explains the barriers she’s worked to overcome and her ongoing efforts to make massage therapy a standard part of healthcare. Now, as a PhD candidate, she explores the intersection of research, advocacy, and practice, all while remaining committed to the core values that have guided her remarkable career.