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How to Improve Safety in Acupuncture Clinical Practice?
Jin-Huan Yue1, Xiao-Ling Li2, Dong-Hong Huang3
1Shenzhen Frontiers in Chinese Medicine Research Co., Ltd., Shenzhen, China.
Medical Acupuncture
|September 10, 2025
Summary
This review emphasizes stringent safety protocols for acupuncture, advocating for global standards, practitioner training, and sterile equipment to ensure patient safety and improve outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Integrative and Complementary Medicine
- Public Health
- Medical Procedure Safety
Background:
- Acupuncture, an invasive procedure, necessitates rigorous safety protocols.
- Risks include needle contamination and improper technique, highlighting the need for standardized practices.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate current safety protocols in acupuncture.
- To advocate for global safety standards and enhanced practitioner training.
- To identify research gaps and promote international cooperation for improved acupuncture safety.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive literature review of acupuncture safety practices.
- Analysis of risks associated with invasive procedures.
- Examination of existing accreditation, licensing, and training programs.
Main Results:
- Stringent measures are crucial due to acupuncture's invasive nature.
- Global standards, mandatory licensing, and continuous education are recommended.
- Sterilized, single-use needles, pretreatment assessments, and posttreatment monitoring are vital.
Conclusions:
- Strengthening safety protocols enhances patient outcomes.
- Standardized practices and international cooperation are key to integrating acupuncture into mainstream healthcare.
- Addressing research gaps will advance acupuncture's safety and efficacy.
