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Acupuntura no Tratamento da Obstipação Crónica em Cães
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A obstipação crónica em cães, principalmente de origem funcional, é uma condição comum
que pode ser difícil de tratar, com muitos casos a apresentarem recorrências ou resistência aos
tratamentos convencionais. A acupuntura, derivada da medicina tradicional chinesa (MTC), parece ser
uma abordagem complementar, com potencial para aliviar os sintomas e melhorar a motilidade
intestinal. No entanto, a integração da acupuntura na medicina veterinária convencional enfrenta
resistências devido ao ceticismo entre os profissionais da área e o público em geral, principalmente
pela falta de evidências sólidas e revisões de investigação consolidada sobre a sua eficácia. Embora o
número de estudos sobre os benefícios da acupuntura para as perturbações digestivas em cães seja
limitado, existe um interesse e uma aceitação crescentes desta prática como terapia complementar,
principalmente entre profissionais e tutores. A aplicação da acupuntura pode corrigir desequilíbrios
energéticos subjacentes e melhorar a qualidade de vida dos animais, além de proporcionar uma opção
terapêutica viável para casos que não respondem aos tratamentos tradicionais. Esta revisão explora
os mecanismos da MTC, destacando o impacto positivo da acupuntura na regulação da motilidade
intestinal e contribui para uma compreensão mais ampla do seu potencial como complemento à
medicina veterinária convencional.
Chronic constipation in dogs, specially of functional origin, is a common condition that can be difficult to treat, with many cases presenting recurrences or resistance to conventional treatments. Acupuncture, derived from traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), appears to be a complementary approach, with potential to relieve symptoms and improve intestinal motility. However, the integration of acupuncture into conventional veterinary medicine faces resistance due to skepticism among professionals and the general public, mainly due to the lack of solid evidence and consolidated research reviews on its efficacy. Although the number of studies on the benefits of acupuncture for digestive disorders in dogs is limited, there is growing interest and acceptance of this practice as a complementary therapy, particularly among professionals and pet owners. The application of acupuncture can correct underlying energetic imbalances and improve the quality of life for animals, providing a viable therapeutic option for cases that do not respond to traditional treatments. This review explores the mechanisms of TCM, highlighting the positive impact of acupuncture on the regulation of intestinal motility and contributes to a broader understanding of its potential as a complement to conventional veterinary medicine.
Chronic constipation in dogs, specially of functional origin, is a common condition that can be difficult to treat, with many cases presenting recurrences or resistance to conventional treatments. Acupuncture, derived from traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), appears to be a complementary approach, with potential to relieve symptoms and improve intestinal motility. However, the integration of acupuncture into conventional veterinary medicine faces resistance due to skepticism among professionals and the general public, mainly due to the lack of solid evidence and consolidated research reviews on its efficacy. Although the number of studies on the benefits of acupuncture for digestive disorders in dogs is limited, there is growing interest and acceptance of this practice as a complementary therapy, particularly among professionals and pet owners. The application of acupuncture can correct underlying energetic imbalances and improve the quality of life for animals, providing a viable therapeutic option for cases that do not respond to traditional treatments. This review explores the mechanisms of TCM, highlighting the positive impact of acupuncture on the regulation of intestinal motility and contributes to a broader understanding of its potential as a complement to conventional veterinary medicine.
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Acupuntura Medicina Tradicional Chinesa Obstipação Crónica Motilidade Intestinal Terapias Complementares Medicina Veterinária Integrativa Acupuncture Traditional Chinese Medicine Chronic Constipation Intestinal Motility Complementary Therapies Integrative Veterinary Medicine