The ASA Research Committee, lead by Dr. Lisa Conboy et al’s paper titled [2021 American Society of Acupuncturists Survey on Acupuncturists’ Backgrounds, Interests, and Attitudes toward Conducting Research] was recently published online ahead of the print version by Medical Acupuncture.
Authors: Samantha J. Allen, Lisa Conboy, Tuesday L. Wasserman, Sandro Graca, Amy Mager, Beth Howlett, Martha Graziano, Lynn Teo, and Judith M. Schlaeger https://doi.org/10.1089/acu.2024.0035,
This study gathered data from ASA members to assess the beliefs and attitudes of acupuncturists in the United States toward research, along with exploring their backgrounds and interests regarding conducting acupuncture research.
The authors aimed to capture any previous experiences in conducting research, applying research findings in their clinical practice, and their ideas on how research could be used to promote the profession. Free temporary access to full text: http://www.authorcite.com/view?doi=10.1089/acu.2024.0035&mobileui=0&Key=xuFk9Gzo2g0w7Wcvt4g17Q