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Doctors' attitudes to acupuncture--a Norwegian study

A J Norheim1, V Fønnebø

  • 1Havnegata General Practice, Harstad, Norway.

Social Science & Medicine (1982)
|July 29, 1998
PubMed
Summary

Most Norwegian doctors surveyed showed positive attitudes toward acupuncture, with many considering or recommending it. A significant majority believe acupuncture should be integrated into the national healthcare system.

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Area of Science:

  • Complementary and Alternative Medicine
  • Medical Sociology
  • Health Services Research

Background:

  • Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese therapy increasingly explored in Western medicine.
  • Understanding healthcare professionals' perspectives is crucial for integrating new treatments.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess Norwegian doctors' attitudes and experiences with acupuncture.
  • To gauge the potential for acupuncture integration into Norway's national healthcare system.

Main Methods:

  • A survey was distributed to 1466 Norwegian working doctors under 71 years of age in February 1994.
  • 1135 doctors responded, yielding a response rate of 77%.

Main Results:

  • Over 8% of respondents had undergone acupuncture, with 38% reporting benefit.
  • More than 53% would consider acupuncture for specific conditions, and 38% recommend it for migraines.
  • Over 80% supported integrating acupuncture into the national healthcare system, particularly general practitioners.

Conclusions:

  • Norwegian doctors exhibit generally positive attitudes toward acupuncture.
  • A significant proportion of doctors are open to using or recommending acupuncture.
  • There is strong support for integrating acupuncture into the Norwegian national healthcare system.

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