Attitudes toward acupuncture in Hong Kong

Chan, Kara K W; Tsang, Lennon; Fung, Timothy K. F.

doi:10.1108/ijphm-10-2013-0055

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“…Overall, respondents demonstrate lack of trust in TCM. The lack of trust in TCM is built on doubts about the experience and qualifications of TCM practitioners. The central issue of trust in choosing medical treatment found in this study echoes the findings reported in previous studies of decisions about acupuncture treatment using qualitative, as well as quantitative, methodologies (Chan et al , 2015a; Chan et al , 2016). The current study indicates that trust in TCM is related to trust in the system governing TCM practices, as well as trust in TCM practitioners.…”

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Public attitudes toward traditional Chinese medicine and how they affect medical treatment choices in Hong Kong

Chan

Tsang

2018

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Purpose This study aims to test a conceptual model using public attitudes toward biomedicine and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) to predict respondents’ medical treatment choice. Design/methodology/approach A quantitative online survey was conducted using quota sampling. Altogether 1,321 questionnaires from Hong Kong residents of age 15 years or above were collected. Findings Attitudes toward biomedicine in relation to TCM and perceived cost of TCM consultation were found to be significant variables in predicting respondents’ medical treatment choice of treatment. Perceived efficacy of TCM, however, was not a significant predictor. Older respondents, as well as respondents with higher education, were less likely to consult biomedicine first when ill. They were also less likely to consult biomedicine exclusively. Research limitations/implications This study uses a convenience sample recruited through personal networks. The findings cannot be generalized to the rest of the population. Practical implications Respondents in the study generally perceived TCM’s efficacy to be high, but not high enough to make it the medical treatment of choice. To promote TCM in Hong Kong, there is a need to enhance trust in it. This can be achieved through strengthening scientific research and development of TCM, enhancing professional standards of TCM practitioners and educating the public about the qualifications of TCM practitioners. Strategic channel planning to reach potential target and reducing the time cost of TCM medication should be examined. Originality/value The study is the first to relate attitudes to and perceptions of TCM with medical treatment choices in Hong Kong.

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“…The questionnaire was adapted from a previous study on public attitudes toward acupuncture in Hong Kong (Chan et al, 2015a). Attitude toward biomedicine in relation to TCM as a medical treatment was measured by seven statements using a five-point scale with "1" indicating "disagree strongly" and "5" indicating "agree strongly".…”

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Public attitudes toward traditional Chinese medicine and how they affect medical treatment choices in Hong Kong

Chan

Tsang

2018

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“…In a survey conducted in Hong Kong, study participants perceived strengths of acupuncture as having fewer side effects and as being effective for preventive care. 34 According to a Malaysian study, the majority (78.5%) of study participants agreed that TM had less side effect when compared with conventional medicine. 32 …”

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Traditional and complementary medicine for promoting healthy ageing in WHO Western Pacific Region: Policy implications from utilization patterns and current evidence

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Wong

Zhong

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Background With increasing burden of chronic non-communicable diseases (NCD), ageing becomes a global public health concern, and the World Health Organization Western Pacific Region has no exception. To address the NCD challenge, priority should be given to promote healthy ageing across the life-course. As traditional and complementary medicine (T&CM) is popular within the Region, it is of policy interest to explore possibilities of applying T&CM for promoting healthy ageing. Methods We first summarized sources of clinical evidence supporting the use of T&CM. We then searched publications through MEDLINE from its inception to April 2020 to identify studies focusing on the perception of T&CM among older people. Finally, taking current evidence base and patient choice into account, we generated policy recommendations for of integrating T&CM into health systems. Result Experiences from countries with different income levels suggested that promoting evidence-based T&CM as self-care modalities would be the most efficient way of maximizing impact among the older population, especially via a train the trainer approach. Meanwhile, popularity of natural products in the Region mandates policy makers to implement appropriate regulation and quality assurance, and to establish pharmacovigilance to detect potential harm. The role of pharmacists in advising patients on self-medication using natural products needs to be strengthened. Conclusion Policy-makers will benefit from continued global dialogue and sharing of experience in T&CM policy development and implementation. Harmonizing regulatory frameworks for natural products at regional and global levels, including mutual recognition of regulatory approval, to improve standards and protect patients could be a priority.

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“…8,12–14 On the contrary, patients reluctant to try acupuncture report having doubts about its efficacy and scientific basis. 6,15 Expectations of acupuncture treatment outcome affecting participants’ responses vary among studies, possibly due to the variability of measurement tools used. 16 Understanding this bias is beyond the scope of this article, and an ongoing systematic review and meta-analysis is assessing this further.…”

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Perspectives of patients on medical acupuncture in a primary care setting in Lebanon: a cross-sectional study

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Introduction: There is paucity of data on the knowledge of acupuncture and its use among patients in Lebanon and the Arab countries. Objectives: The primary objectives of this study were to determine the knowledge and attitude of patients in a primary care setting in Lebanon toward Western medical acupuncture and to determine factors that may affect their attitudes toward acupuncture use. The secondary objective was to compare the attitudes and knowledge of patients who had tried acupuncture with those who had not. Methods: This was a cross-sectional descriptive study about the perspectives of patients in a primary care setting in Lebanon on medical acupuncture. Results: A total of 212 surveys were completed (78.5% response rate). 24% of participants had not tried and were unwilling to try acupuncture (group 1), 63.5% of participants had not tried but indicated they would be willing to try acupuncture (group 2), and 12.5% of participants had previously tried acupuncture (group 3). Most participants in group 1 (55.6%) stated they would be unwilling to try acupuncture even if referred for it by a physician. Participants who had tried acupuncture (12.5%) had done so for pain conditions. Discussion: Group 3 scored higher on knowledge questions and had a more positive attitude toward the acupuncture procedure. Most patients who had tried it had done so to treat pain complaints. Conclusion: Patients in groups 2 and 3 were more knowledgeable about acupuncture, had tried more complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) modalities, and were more likely to try acupuncture as an add-on or last resort treatment, compared to group 1.

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Attitudes toward acupuncture in Hong Kong

Abstract: We would like to thank the students in Integrated Communication Management program for data collection.

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References 36 publications

Public attitudes toward traditional Chinese medicine and how they affect medical treatment choices in Hong Kong

Public attitudes toward traditional Chinese medicine and how they affect medical treatment choices in Hong Kong

Traditional and complementary medicine for promoting healthy ageing in WHO Western Pacific Region: Policy implications from utilization patterns and current evidence

Perspectives of patients on medical acupuncture in a primary care setting in Lebanon: a cross-sectional study

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