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ArticleMedical acupuncture2025

Acupuncture Safety in Taiwan.

Yi-Fang Liao, Eyal Ben-Arie, Yu-Chen Lee

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Article in Medical acupuncture, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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3 authors.

Yi-Fang LiaoGraduate Institute of Acupuncture Science, China Medical University, Taichung City, Taiwan.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5388-5880
Eyal Ben-ArieInternational Master Program in Acupuncture, College of Chinese Medicine, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan.
Yu-Chen LeeGraduate Institute of Acupuncture Science, China Medical University, Taichung City, Taiwan.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Background: The safety of acupuncture treatments is crucial for patients. Although acupuncture is generally considered a relatively safe therapeutic modality, acupuncture-related adverse events cannot be entirely avoided. The development and implementation of effective preventive strategies are essential for enhancing clinical safety. Objective: This article focuses on the acupuncture safety strategies implemented within Taiwan's medical system, aiming to address the multifaceted and complex nature of acupuncture-related adverse events and to propose practical approaches for risk reduction. Methods: This article emphasizes the application of preventive strategies tailored to known risk factors. A structured, phased educational model has been adopted to reinforce both theoretical knowledge and clinical proficiency. In addition, improvements in the use of acupuncture instruments and the standardization of procedural workflows have strengthened adherence to safety protocols. The integration of modern technologies with traditional medical knowledge has further advanced innovation in clinical safety. Conclusion: Taiwan's comprehensive approach to promoting acupuncture safety offers valuable insights and a practical reference for enhancing acupuncture safety in global settings.

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acupunctureadverse eventseducational programsorgan injury preventionpractice guidelinessafetyTaiwan

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PMID40927735
PMCPMC12415157

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