Medical Acupuncture最新文献

{"title":"The Current Status of Acupuncture Education and Clinical Practices in Taiwan.","authors":"Wan-Zhen Yu, Yu-Chen Lee","doi":"10.1089/acu.2024.0103","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1089/acu.2024.0103","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>This perspective article presents the features of contemporary acupuncture education at China Medical University in Taiwan, focusing on current teaching and training practices.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>Information about relevant courses at China Medical University and the standardized clinical training methods for TCM practitioners, established by the Ministry of Health and Welfare, was presented to illustrate the complete training process, from foundational education to clinical practice.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>There is a transition from traditional lectures to the integration of modern technology in TCM acupuncture teaching and training. Clinical training consists of a two-year physician training program in Chinese medical institutions, along with the continuous development of a specialist physician system in acupuncture. This system combines traditional and modern medicine to cultivate acupuncturists with holistic medical capabilities.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Taiwan's acupuncture education and clinical training system serve as an applicable model that effectively integrates traditional Chinese and Western medicine.</p>","PeriodicalId":45511,"journal":{"name":"Medical Acupuncture","volume":"37 1","pages":"54-58"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-02-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11937768/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143732191","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Teaching the Classical Science of Acupuncture in Unity with Modern Biomedicine; Pitfalls and Solutions.","authors":"Clare Foley","doi":"10.1089/acu.2024.0114","DOIUrl":"10.1089/acu.2024.0114","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Acupuncturists entering the profession from medical universities could be missing key treatment approaches from the ancient literature due to inaccurate translations of important terms, such as qì, and structures, such as the acupoints. Conversely, private colleges accepting students with no scientific training are missing education in the mechanisms of acupuncture and lack the capacity to review, conduct or participate in research activities. Terminology, Anatomy and Mechanisms Recent translations of the classical Chinese literature, carried out by multidisciplinary academics with expertise in both linguistics and biomedicine, are bringing to light a perspective on the ancient texts that allows their fusion with mainstream Western healthcare. Three main areas of friction are identified here that can be overcome with these new perspectives; firstly, the problem of terminology with words such as qì, secondly, the lack of consensus definitions for the channels and acupoints, and lastly, the lack of unified models of mechanism. The addition of core modules addressing the accurate translation of key concepts as well as exact mechanisms of acupuncture relating to blood flow is suggested to fill the gaps in acupuncture education.</p>","PeriodicalId":45511,"journal":{"name":"Medical Acupuncture","volume":"37 1","pages":"25-30"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-02-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11937806/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143732060","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A Message from and for the Xīnlíng {Heart} of Medicine.","authors":"Arnyce R Pock, Richard C Niemtzow, Songxuan Zhou Niemtzow","doi":"10.1089/acu.2025.0003","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1089/acu.2025.0003","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":45511,"journal":{"name":"Medical Acupuncture","volume":"37 1","pages":"1-2"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-02-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11937798/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143732377","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A Survey of Acupuncture Chinese Herbal Medicine Students to Identify Barriers to Teaching and Motivations to Study Acupuncture Research.","authors":"Lisa Conboy, Heidi Most, Rosaleen Ostrick, Belinda Anderson","doi":"10.1089/acu.2024.0115","DOIUrl":"10.1089/acu.2024.0115","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>While acupuncture use and research publications are growing in the United States, we know little about acupuncture and chinese herbal medicine (ACHM) students' beliefs and behaviors regarding acupuncture research.</p><p><strong>Purpose: </strong>This project aims to identify barriers to teaching acupuncture research and opportunities to engage and excite students to study acupuncture research. To our knowledge, a national survey of acupuncture students' research interests has not been completed previously.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A cross-sectional survey of 32 closed and 6 open-ended questions was administered once through SurveyMonkey^© to ACHM students in the United States. Analysis techniques include simple tabulations with confidence intervals for central tendency, along with selected correlations between variables.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>We received responses from students at 36 different schools, with 16 schools not represented. The total number of student respondents recorded was 467. We found heterogeneity in many of the attitude and behavior response sets, highlighting the diversity of students' viewpoints. Many students were comfortable with their level of research skills. Attitudes toward the importance of research for the ACHM profession were often correlated with each other, with demographics suggesting that the background and demographics of the students may be related to their attitudes towards research education. These relationships can help tailor ways to address specific subpopulations of acupuncture students and students interested in studying acupuncture research.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>The authors are ACHM educators and researchers who offer data-based suggestions to potentially improve students' appreciation of the importance of research to ACHM.</p>","PeriodicalId":45511,"journal":{"name":"Medical Acupuncture","volume":"37 1","pages":"62-72"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-02-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11939631/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143732378","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The Challenges and Solutions of Acupuncture Education in the Context of New Medicine: A Case Study of Beijing University of Chinese Medicine.","authors":"Anping Xu, Zhigang Li","doi":"10.1089/acu.2024.0129","DOIUrl":"10.1089/acu.2024.0129","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Considering the emerging educational paradigm, there is a pressing need for reform in acupuncture education.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We uses the acupuncture education at Beijing University of Chinese Medicine as a case to delineate the challenges encountered in current theoretical and practical teaching of acupuncture and proposes viable solutions.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>In theoretical teaching, there should be an emphasis on classical theories integrated with modern scientific theories to provide a more comprehensive understanding of the classical theories. As for practical training, endeavors should be made to enhance clinical application and leverage virtual reality technology to optimize training outcomes.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Through cross-disciplinary knowledge integration and the utilization of modern technology, there exists a positive significance for both the inheritance and innovative development of acupuncture, as well as for acupuncture education and talent cultivation.</p>","PeriodicalId":45511,"journal":{"name":"Medical Acupuncture","volume":"37 1","pages":"80-84"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-02-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11937751/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143732168","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"3D Visualized Anatomy Model Software for Teaching Acupoints and Related Neurovascular Musculature in Korean Acupoint Practice Classes.","authors":"Soo-Hyun Kim, Seung-Nam Kim","doi":"10.1089/acu.2024.0112","DOIUrl":"10.1089/acu.2024.0112","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>The integration of new technologies into medical education is transforming the learning landscape, particularly in acupuncture education. The necessity for remote learning due to the pandemic has accelerated the development of digital tools, such as anatomical software, to replace traditional in-person classes. In response to these changes, Dongguk University in Korea has developed AcupointDG, a three-dimensional (3D) visualized anatomy model software designed to enhance the understanding of acupoints and their associated neurovascular musculature. This software provides a comprehensive view of the human body's anatomical structures related to acupuncture points and links to relevant research, aiding students in gaining a realistic and evidence-based understanding of acupuncture. The main features include detailed 3D anatomical representations and direct access to scientific literature through PubMed and Research Information Sharing Service (RISS).</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>The use of this software in the Acupoint and Practice class has resulted in significant educational outcomes, including student publications and presentations at international conferences. Future updates aim to further integrate research trends with anatomical visualization, enhancing the educational experience and professional development of acupuncture students.</p>","PeriodicalId":45511,"journal":{"name":"Medical Acupuncture","volume":"37 1","pages":"50-53"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-02-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11937797/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143732376","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Development of a Comprehensive Acupuncture Training Curriculum at an Academic Medical Center in Southwest Virginia.","authors":"Maedot A Haymete, Sunil K Jain","doi":"10.1089/acu.2024.0094","DOIUrl":"10.1089/acu.2024.0094","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Acupuncture is an ancient practice that involves fine needle insertion into specific points on the body to regulate the flow of energy (qi), alleviate pain, and promote healing. In the United States, acupuncture education and training mainly occur within schools for acupuncture and oriental medicine (AOM). However, more and more academic institutions are now adopting acupuncture and providing it to patients. In this manuscript, we discuss an acupuncture training curriculum devised by Carilion Clinic in Southwest Virginia.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>In accordance with Virginia's medical board's requirements, trainees will complete 200 hours of training, including 50 hours of in-person instruction. Training is administered in four phases, two of which include two 3.5-day in-person hands-on training opportunities. The other two phases include 150 hours of self-instruction through various educational assignments and online modules. Topics covered include acupuncture theory, acupoints system, acupressure, TCM theories/therapies, evidence-based practices, and the integration of TCM into a comprehensive healthcare approach. Regular surveys and feedback forms will be used to follow up with alumni, their employment status, areas of specialization, continued education, and professional achievements.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Our new acupuncture training program has launched its inaugural class of 28 trainees, consisting of practicing physicians, residents, and medical students. Comprehensive statistical data will be collected on the career progression of our graduates and frequency of acupuncture services offered to patients.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This new acupuncture training program offers a comprehensive and integrative approach to acupuncture and traditional medicine, drawing from a variety of Eastern medical theories. The training program is open to physicians, fellows, residents, and medical students and is currently in its inaugural year training 28 individuals. Future studies will analyze acupuncture service provision by our graduates and the potential of our training program to meet the growing demand for acupuncture therapy within our area.</p>","PeriodicalId":45511,"journal":{"name":"Medical Acupuncture","volume":"37 1","pages":"31-42"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-02-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11937812/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143732382","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Keeping the Eye on the Needle…Reimaging Acupuncture Education.","authors":"Arnyce R Pock","doi":"10.1089/acu.2024.0141","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1089/acu.2024.0141","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":45511,"journal":{"name":"Medical Acupuncture","volume":"37 1","pages":"3-5"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-02-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11937802/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143731825","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Current Status of Licensing and Education of Acupuncture and Moxibustion for Physicians and Acupuncturists/Moxibustionists in Japan.","authors":"Masataka Kawai, Hitoshi Yamashita, Nobutatsu Furuse, Fumihiko Fukuda, Ryota Tsuji, Shin Takayama, Ikuro Wakayama","doi":"10.1089/acu.2024.0095","DOIUrl":"10.1089/acu.2024.0095","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Japanese acupuncture and moxibustion (AM) originated in ancient China; however, it gradually became unique to Japan. Regarding the education of acupuncturists/moxibustionists (AMists), ancient Chinese classical theory is reverenced; however, the content being taught largely incorporates modern Western medicine. In this study, we focused on the current school curriculum, national examinations, postgraduate education, and certification systems for physicians and nonphysician AMists. In Japan, only physicians, dentists, or AMists are licensed to practice AM; however, AM has recently been mostly practiced by nonphysician AMists. Medical students are only slightly exposed to AM in their undergraduate curricula; therefore, only a few physicians practice AM. Notably, some universities or public hospitals offer postgraduate education on AM; however, the system has been insufficiently available to both physicians and AMists. Each society has a certification system for physicians and AMists to be recognized as Kampo (Japanese traditional medicine that is primarily a herbal medicine-based treatment) specialists and certified AMists, respectively; however, there is no AM certification system for physicians. Therefore, enhancing undergraduate and postgraduate education for medical AM practitioners is a future challenge.</p>","PeriodicalId":45511,"journal":{"name":"Medical Acupuncture","volume":"37 1","pages":"43-49"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-02-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11937803/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143732381","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Direct Observation of Procedural Skills as an Assessment Tool in Acupuncture Skills Training for International Students.","authors":"Kangmin Tang, Xu Zhou, Ziyong Ju, Fan Wang, Tingting Zhang, Dan Hu, Chen Zhao, Shuang Zhou","doi":"10.1089/acu.2024.0119","DOIUrl":"10.1089/acu.2024.0119","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>With the global recognition of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), acupuncture has gained widespread acceptance. However, training and assessing procedural skills in acupuncture, particularly for international students, remain challenging. The Direct Observation of Procedural Skills (DOPS) is a clinical assessment tool that provides real-time feedback, offering a potential solution to enhance practical skill development.</p><p><strong>Objective: </strong>This study evaluates the effectiveness of DOPS in improving practical skills, clinical thinking, and overall teaching quality among international acupuncture students.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The study was conducted at the School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tuina, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine. A DOPS-based assessment scale was developed following the Technical Benchmark of Acupuncture and Moxibustion: Filiform Needle (2023). DOPS was applied through a three-stage process (preparation, operation, and feedback) to assess acupuncture preparation, needle insertion, manipulation, and disinfection. Feedback addressed deficiencies to enhance learning outcomes.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>DOPS significantly improved international students' practical skills, operational proficiency, and critical thinking. Teachers and students reported high satisfaction with the system, which also facilitated the integration of theory with practice. Students refined their clinical skills and excelled in national competitions.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>DOPS is an effective tool for acupuncture skills training, providing standardized, real-time feedback that enhances teaching quality and bridges gaps in clinical practice. Future advancements, such as virtual reality and artificial intelligence, could further optimize the system and advance international acupuncture education.</p>","PeriodicalId":45511,"journal":{"name":"Medical Acupuncture","volume":"37 1","pages":"73-79"},"PeriodicalIF":0.8,"publicationDate":"2025-02-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11937811/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143731558","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}