Aug 10, 202631 min
Research literacy is a systematic process for finding information that can help inform clinical care. In this episode of Research Perch , learn about the importance of teaching research literacy to entry-level massage...
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Research Perch
Hosted by Massage Therapy Foundation · science · EN
About this Podcast:
Research Perch is a podcast designed to help you learn how to use massage therapy research in your practice.Each episode digs into a specific article from the International Journal of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork and unpacks it so you know how it applies to you.Grow your massage therapy practice and serve your clients better with the power of research!
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What is Research Perch about?
Research Perch is a podcast designed to help you learn how to use massage therapy research in your practice. Each episode digs into a specific article from the International Journal of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork and unpacks it so you know how it applies to you.
Who hosts Research Perch?
Research Perch is hosted by Massage Therapy Foundation. The show has published 88 episodes to date.
What has Research Perch covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Research Literacy in Entry-Level Massage Education [Research Perch 87]" (10 August 2026, 31 minutes), "Pathways to Research for Massage Clinicians [Research Perch 86]" (4 June 2026, 38 minutes), and "PTSD Case Reports from IJTMB Special Issue on MT and Mental Health [Research Perch 85]" (8 April 2026, 44 minutes).
How often does Research Perch publish?
Research Perch publishes roughly every few months, with episodes averaging 29 minutes across 88 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Research Perch?
Booking probability for Research Perch is 33%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Research Perch requires a Pod Score of 82 or higher. Research Perch's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch Research Perch?
The strongest fits for Research Perch are Therapists & Other Health Practitioners. Research Perch has a science audience.
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Massage Therapy Foundation hosts Research Perch, a science podcast with 88 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Jun 4, 202638 minTune in to Research Perch, as host Annie LaCroix speaks with Dr. Cynthia Price and Dr. Niki Munk about how massage therapists can meaningfully contribute to the emerging body of research. This episode addresses common...
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PTSD Case Reports from IJTMB Special Issue on MT and Mental Health [Research Perch 85]
Apr 8, 202644 minListen in as Ruth Werner and Dr. Niki Munk discuss three Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder-related case reports from the International Journal of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (IJTMB) September 2025 Special Issue on...
Feb 4, 202630 minListen in for Research Perch, as host Annie LaCroix, MTF Associate Director of Operations, speaks with MTF Research Director, Dr. Niki Munk, and special guest Rachel Romanelli, an experienced massage therapist...
Dec 30, 202514 minThe 2026 MTF Community Service Awards application process opens January 1, 2026—with an exciting update! The maximum award amount has increased to $20,000, up from a previous maximum award of $5,000. In this episode...
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Nov 14, 202520 minEnjoy a lively and informative discussion as MTF Case Report Contest Chair, Robin Miccio, speaks with 2025 Silver Award winner Hailey Robertson about her report, "Massage Therapy for Multiple Sclerosis."
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IJTMB Mental Health Special Issue [Research Perch]
Aug 14, 202522 minJoin us for Research Perch , as International Journal of Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (IJTMB) Associate Editor, Dr. Sarah Fogarty, speaks with Dr. Cynthia Price about the upcoming September 2025 Special Issue of IJTMB...
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MassageNet IMTRC Special Session Recap [Research Perch]
Jul 24, 202525 minListen in to Research Perch as we speak with Dr. Niki Munk and Sami Zabel about the MassageNet Special Session and activity held at the 2025 International Massage Therapy Research Conference in Alexandria, VA. The...
Feb 4, 202540 minListen in to Research Perch as MTF President Adrienne F. Asta, BA, LMT, speaks with author and educator Ruth Werner, BCTMB, about the upcoming 2025 International Massage Therapy Research Conference (IMTRC) in...
Nov 13, 202432 minListen in to Research Perch as MTF President Adrienne F. Asta speaks with Cynthia Price, PhD, MA, LMT, and Sarah Fogarty, PhD, LMT, about the Call for Abstracts relating to Massage and Mental Health for an upcoming...
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SCRC Gold Winner: MT for Ankle Mobility & Spasticity in Adult w/ Cerebral Palsy [Research Perch]
Sep 5, 202429 minListen in to Research Perch as MTF President Adrienne F. Asta speaks with Spencer Pon, Gold Winner of MTF's 2023 Student Case Report Contest, about his winning case report, Massage Therapy for Ankle Mobility and...
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Case Series Guidelines Part Two [Research Perch]
Jun 26, 202427 minResearch Perch continues—Case Series Guidelines Part 2. Listen in as Dr. Niki Munk and Robin Miccio speak with Dr. Michael Fleischmann from Victoria University, Melbourne, AU, about his recent paper, "A Clinician's...
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Case Series Guidelines Part One [Research Perch]
Jun 14, 202420 minListen in as Dr. Niki Munk and Robin Miccio speak with Dr. Michael Fleischmann from Victoria University, Melbourne, AU, about his recent paper, "A Clinician's Guide to Performing a Case Series Study," and how such...
May 6, 202431 minLearn more about the MTF Research Grant, Massage Service Integration in a Military Primary Care Clinic: Implementation and Impact Study, conducted by the Defense and Veterans Center for Integrative Pain Management...
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Pain and Validation with Whitney Lowe and Doug Nelson
Apr 10, 202441 minLearn more about the mechanisms of pain and the importance of pain validation in client care. Join us for Research Perch , as host MTF Vice President Lindsay Bodkin, BA, LMT, CPT, speaks with educators Whitney Lowe...
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IJTMB Writing Mentorship [Research Perch]
Nov 16, 202322 minListen in to Research Perch , as MTF President, Adrienne Asta, speaks with Dr. Amanda Baskwill, Executive Editor of International Journal of Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork , about the journal's writing mentorship...
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Research Literacy with Whitney Lowe [Research Perch]
Oct 25, 202328 minLearn more about Basics of Research Literacy (BRL), an online continuing education course for massage therapists and educators about incorporating principles of research literacy in your practice and teaching. MTF...
May 30, 202340 min"How do we take a [randomized controlled trial] mind-body massage protocol and then actually access it—actually make it accessible to patients in the real world?' What would that look like?" Hear from Kathryn Hansen...
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NIH Study: MABT for Opioid Use Disorder [Research Perch]
Apr 11, 202329 minMindful Awareness in Body-oriented Therapy (MABT) combines manual, mindfulness and psycho-educational approaches to teach interoceptive awareness and related self-care skills. Learn more about MABT and an NIH-funded...
Mar 12, 202319 minJoin us for Research Perch! Listen in as MTF Research Committee Chair, researcher Dr. Niki Munk, interviews doctoral student Sami Zabel, about her MassageNet study exploring massage therapists' knowledge and attitudes...
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Kevin Johnson
director of government relations and strategy at the Illinois Soybean Association, Connecticut State Library's History and Genealogy department
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Robin Anderson
Director of Programs and Communications at Canadian Agricultural Safety Association, Virginia Academy of Family Physicians
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Doug Nelson
Board Certified in Massage Therapy and Therapeutic Bodywork, UNL’s Child, Youth and Family Studies department
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Adrienne F. Asta
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