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Box 9.1
Evidence-based and evidence-informed practice
In practice it is desirable to be as evidence-based as possible, and evidenceinformed
when definitive evidence does not exist. Evidence-informed
practice includes:
• Practice knowledge and experience
• Opinions of colleagues and other professionals
• Wishes and experience of clients and
• Evidence from research in massage or other similar disciplines.
Evidence can be used to:
• Explain and justify reasons for a decision relating to a treatment approach
• Help choose between different approaches
• Explain the potential benefits that MT may provide to a particular client
and
• Raise your awareness about a condition or illness.
(Adapted from Fritz 2013)