%A Stergios Tsiormpatzis %T Is the N-of-1 method applicable in bodywork research? Lessons learned using a trial as a methodological pilot %0 Journal Article %D 2021 %J Journal of Integrative Medicine %R 10.1016/j.joim.2021.01.010 %P 203-210 %V 19 %N 3 %U {http://www.jcimjournal.com/CN/abstract/article_12407.shtml} %8 2021-05-12 %X N-of-1 trial designs have rarely been used in bodywork research. Using a recent trial as a methodological pilot, critical issues related to the applicability of N-of-1 trials to bodywork are discussed. These include the issues of carry-over effects, bias-controlling approaches and statistical analysis. The discussion highlights the importance of mixed methods and draws some suggestions for a future research program. N-of-1 trials could be used to provide insights about some essential elements of bodywork modalities and their effectiveness.