…how research capacity building supports better marketing and promotion and future integration of Bowen Therapy

In this episode we hear from Barbara Beacham talking about the new initiative of the formation of a Bowen Research Collaboration comprising the Bowen Therapy Federation of Australasia, Bowen Association Australia, Bowen Training Australia, Oncology Massage Training and Oncology Massage Global. The goal is to foster research capacity building in the various Bowen organisations and in their members. Barbara is an International Research Capacity Building Leadership Fellow at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) and she shares with us her enthusiasm and vision for Bowen therapists to join the world of research with the assistance of researchers in complementary medicine from Australian Research Centre in Complementary and Integrative Medicine (ARCCIM), UTS.

“Soon all Bowen Therapists will be all talking about PROMs (Patient Reported Outcome Measures)”

Listen to hear Barbara explain how interested Bowen therapists can contribute to research on Bowen Therapy and the value and benefits this will bring to the modality in the future. Growth in research literacy leads to:

Clinical Decision-Making and Professional Growth

• • Supports evidence-based practice and critical evaluation of techniques.

• • Strengthens the credibility of Bowen therapy.

• • Enhances professional development and competitiveness.

Client Trust and Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• • Facilitates informed client discussions and manages expectations with evidence.

• • Encourages collaboration with other healthcare professionals and increases referrals.

Research Contribution and Regulatory Protection

• • Promotes participation in research and supports advocacy for funding.

• • Aids therapists in adhering to industry standards and defending the modality.