Phys Med Rehabil Clin N Am. 1999 Aug; 10(3): 755-65, xi.

Acupuncture education and integration in the physical medicine and rehabilitation residency.

Braverman SE.

Department of PM&R, Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Washington, DC, USA. sbraverman@home.com

Acupuncture is a growing field of interest to patients, medical students, and physicians. This article outlines the educational efforts and requirements to teach and practice acupuncture in the United States. A rationale for integrating acupuncture into physical medicine and rehabilitation residency programs is included. This article provides a structure for determining the type of education goals and plans most suited to a particular residency.