The trajectory of the introduction and regulation of acupuncture in Brazil: recollections of the challenges and struggles

Based on the life experiences of acupuncturists, the scope of this study was to examine the struggle to obtain regulation of the practice of acupuncture in Brazil. The method used was Oral Live History, the core issue being the dimension of the human experience involved in this trajectory of struggl...

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Published in:Ciência & saude coletiva 2015-01, Vol.20 (1), p.155-164
Main Authors: Rocha, Sabrina Pereira, De Benedetto, Maria Auxiliadora Craice, Fernandez, Fabíola Holanda Barbosa, Gallian, Dante Marcello Claramonte
Format: Article
Language:Portuguese
Subjects:
Acupuncture - legislation & jurisprudence
Acupuncture - organization & administration
Acupuncture - standards
Brazil
Humans
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Summary:Based on the life experiences of acupuncturists, the scope of this study was to examine the struggle to obtain regulation of the practice of acupuncture in Brazil. The method used was Oral Live History, the core issue being the dimension of the human experience involved in this trajectory of struggles and challenges. We conducted ten interviews, following the set of procedures demanded by the Oral History technique. The information contained in the narratives was analyzed and, taking the interpretive approach called immersion/crystallization as a benchmark, the central themes of the work were established, based on which which the discussion was developed. The results indicate the emergence of highly controversial themes involving political, corporate and cultural aspects, which constitute central elements within a historical process still under development.
ISSN:1678-4561
DOI:10.1590/1413-81232014201.18902013