title: The use of mixed methods for therapeutic massage research.
abstract: Mixed methods research is the integration of quantitative and qualitative components in a research project. Whether you are reading or designing a mixed methods research project, it is important to be familiar with both qualitative and quantitative research methods and the specific purposes for which they are brought together in a study: triangulation, complementarity, expansion, initiation, or development. In addition, decisions need to be made about the sequencing and the priority or importance of each qualitative and quantitative component relative to the other components, and the point or points at which the various qualitative and quantitative components will be integrated.Mixed methods research is increasingly being recognized for its ability to bring multiple points of view to a research project, taking advantage of the strengths of each of the quantitative and qualitative components to explain or resolve complex phenomena or results. This ability becomes critical when complex healing systems such as therapeutic massage are being studied. Complex healing systems may have multiple physiologic effects, often reflected in changes throughout the patient's body. Additionally, the patient's experience of the treatment may be an important outcome.
authors: CAMEO (Complementary Medicine Education and Outcomes) Project, BC Cancer Agency, Vancouver, BC, Canada and.
authors: Antony Joseph
authors: AJ
authors: Porcino
authors: Marja J
authors: MJ
authors: Verhoef
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