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Research

Research

Research helps us better understand the science, practice, and outcomes of bioenergetic wellness.

At CanBeWell, we believe research should be both credible and accessible. Whether you are a practitioner, student, researcher, or simply curious, this page is designed to help you explore the evidence behind bioenergetic wellness in a clear and organized way.

Bioenergetic wellness draws from both longstanding healing traditions and emerging scientific inquiry. It includes perspectives from Traditional Chinese Medicine, biofield science, Therapeutic Touch®, Applied Kinesiology, intention studies, and integrative health. Together, these areas help us better understand how energy, awareness, touch, and intention may influence well-being.

This page is organized by discipline and area of interest so you can easily explore the research most relevant to your work.

Research Areas

1. Bioenergetic Wellness Foundations

Bioenergetic wellness is an integrative approach to health that explores the relationship between energy, physiology, awareness, and well-being. Research in this field draws from both historical healing systems and modern scientific inquiry.

Areas of exploration include:

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2. Traditional Chinese Medicine & Meridian-Based Research

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) provides one of the foundational theoretical models for bioenergetic wellness. With thousands of years of clinical application and a growing body of modern research, TCM continues to inform how we understand meridians, organ systems, and energetic balance.

This research area supports exploration into:

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3. Therapeutic Touch® Research

Therapeutic Touch® is a holistic, evidence-informed practice that uses intentional, compassionate energy exchange to support balance and well-being. Practitioners use their hands as a focus to support relaxation, regulation, and healing.

Therapeutic Touch® has been studied in hospitals, universities, and clinical settings, particularly in nursing and integrative care.

Research has explored its use in:

Research libraries and bibliographies:

Featured studies:

4. Muscle Monitoring & Bioenergetic Feedback

At CanBeWell, we refer to Muscle Response Testing as Muscle Monitoring or Bioenergetic Feedback.

This practical assessment tool is used in sessions and classes to support:

This work is often described in other disciplines as muscle testing, manual biofeedback, or applied kinesiology-style feedback.

Research and educational resources:

Partner research library:

5. Specialized Kinesiology & Touch for Health®

In some parts of the world, bioenergetic wellness is also discussed through the lens of Specialized Kinesiology.

This body of work includes:

Suggested reading:

Emerging archive project:

6. Intention, Consciousness & Energy Research

The role of intention, attention, and consciousness in healing has become an important area of exploration in bioenergetic wellness.

This research examines:

Suggested reading:

Researchers frequently referenced in this area include Lynne McTaggart, James Oschman, Barbara Brennan, Bruce Lipton, Gregg Braden, Charles Krebs, and Richard Utt.

Energy Kinesiology and Energy Medicine with Dr Charles Krebs and Dr James Oschman: https://youtu.be/HzlLA52_nTY?si=Vg2viBk1jKrW8agS

7. Quantum Perspectives & Emerging Theory

As language evolves around energy and wellness, many practitioners explore frameworks from physics to better understand resonance, coherence, and relational systems.

These perspectives often inform discussion around:

While these concepts continue to evolve in interpretation and application, they remain an active area of inquiry across integrative and biofield sciences.

8. CanBeWell Research & Publications

CanBeWell continues to contribute to the advancement of research, language, and professional understanding in bioenergetic wellness.

Featured publications:

Our work continues to support:

Research with Discernment

There are hundreds of books, papers, and resources available related to Bioenergetic Wellness and Applied Kinesiology.

As with any evolving field, it is important to:

Research is most useful when it helps us ask better questions, improve practice, and expand understanding.

Continue Exploring

CanBeWell is committed to supporting informed, thoughtful, and evolving conversations in Bioenergetic Wellness.

Follow our work, explore our resources, and join us as we continue building a stronger foundation for research, education, and professional practice.