Research

In addition to our educational programs we offer consultancy services in complementary therapy research. Our principal, Jackie James is nearing completion of a Professional Doctorate programme at the University of Portsmouth, and has already published one scientific paper with a second awaiting publication giving her the experience and knowledge to help you with your research project. She has a particular interest in the quality of research intervention documentation. Do get in touch if you would like to have a chat with Jackie; Jackie@calminginfluences.com

Studies

James, J., Costello, J. T., Drahota, A.K., (2024). A benchmark for the quality of reflexology intervention reporting using the Template for Intervention Description and Replication (TIDieR) checklist: a systematic review https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S187638202400060X

James, J., Costello, J. T., Edwards-Price, S., Smith, T., McAuley, A., Scott, B. E., Dimitrakoulas, S., Edwards, M., Kelly, D., Wayte, D. L., Porritt, A. F., & Drahota, A. K. (2024). Reflexology specific guidance for using the Template for the Intervention Description and Replication (TIDieR): A Delphi study [Manuscript submitted for publication]. School of Dental, Health & Care Professions, University of Portsmouth.

Conference Presentations

James, J. (2023, August 4). How well are reflexology intervention studies documented: A systematic review [Paper presentation]. Research Council for Complementary Medicine (RCCM) Conference, London. https://www.rccm.org.uk/rccm-annual-conference-2023/

James, J. (2024, September 13). Reflexology Specific Guidance for using the Template for the Intervention Description and Replication (TIDieR): a Delphi study [Paper presentation]. Research Council for Complementary Medicine (RCCM) Conference, London. https://www.rccm.org.uk/rccm-annual-conference-2024/

Presenting in Geneva

Jackie was really pleased to have attended a reflexology workshop and presented on the Integrative Nursing Education Series (INES), on behalf of Anita Lunde, Denmark at the event below in Geneva in May, arranged by the Taiwan Ministry of Health and Welfare. 28th May 2024. Geneva.

Thank you Dr. Tsay for the invitation.

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