Cristino Henrique Vieira, de Mello Rosa Gustavo Henrique, Zhang Kelly, Pitta Manoela Gallon, de Araujo João Eduardo
Department of Health Sciences, Ribeirão Preto Medical School, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil.
Med Acupunct. 2025 Apr 17;37(2):147-154. doi: 10.1089/acu.2024.0109. eCollection 2025 Apr.
Acupuncture is a widely accepted practice in Brazil. However, training programs lack integration and uniformity, despite alignment with international standards.
To evaluate the evolution of acupuncture in Brazil and determine whether teaching and professional training are in compliance with international guidelines. In addition, to identify any discrepancies in integration and uniformity.
This study involved a comprehensive review of historical and contemporary sources regarding the practice of acupuncture in Brazil. These sources included government publications, academic journals, and records from health councils and educational institutions. Additionally, a survey of acupuncture courses registered with the Ministry of Education was conducted to analyze curriculum and training practices.
Acupuncture is a widely accepted practice in Brazil, with 557 courses offering varying hours of training. While most courses comprehensively cover Traditional Chinese Medicine principles and clinical practice, the lack of regulation hinders professional development. Despite financial and regulatory challenges, the field continues to grow, reflecting strong interdisciplinary interest.
Despite differences in educational standards, integrating traditional practices with international guidelines and collaboration across health disciplines have advanced research and professional training in acupuncture. Multidisciplinary has played a key role in improving practice and education.
针灸在巴西是一种被广泛接受的疗法。然而，尽管与国际标准保持一致，但培训项目缺乏整合性和统一性。
评估针灸在巴西的发展情况，并确定教学和专业培训是否符合国际准则。此外，找出整合性和统一性方面的差异。
本研究对巴西针灸实践的历史和当代资料进行了全面回顾。这些资料包括政府出版物、学术期刊以及卫生委员会和教育机构的记录。此外，对在教育部注册的针灸课程进行了一项调查，以分析课程设置和培训实践。
针灸在巴西是一种被广泛接受的疗法，有557门课程提供不同时长的培训。虽然大多数课程全面涵盖了中医理论和临床实践，但缺乏监管阻碍了专业发展。尽管面临资金和监管方面的挑战，该领域仍在不断发展，反映出强烈的跨学科兴趣。
尽管教育标准存在差异，但将传统疗法与国际准则相结合以及跨卫生学科的合作推动了针灸研究和专业培训的发展。多学科在改善实践和教育方面发挥了关键作用。
