A auriculoterapia como alternativa terapêutica no alívio da dor na coluna: revisão integrativa

Abstract

Spinal disorders, especially low back pain, are highly prevalent and cause significant functional disabilities, impacting both health and the economy. In this context, auriculotherapy emerges, an acupuncture technique that uses the pinna to treat various illnesses. Materials such as semi-permanent needles and seeds are applied to the ear, stimulating the release of neurotransmitters, such as endorphins, which have analgesic properties and are essential for pain relief. The objective of this work is to investigate and analyze the effectiveness of auriculotherapy as a therapeutic alternative for relieving back pain, through a comprehensive literary review. The study is a review integrative including randomized and controlled clinical trials. The articles were searched and selected in the Google Scholar, Virtual Health Library (VHL) and Scientific Electronic Library Online-SCIELO databases. The selected studies highlighted positive results in relieving back pain and presented significant advantages, including the absence of serious side effects and simplicity of application. Despite the heterogeneity in methods, studies have shown promising results from auriculotherapy as an option in conventional spine treatments, highlighting its potential as a low-cost, non-invasive therapeutic alternative. In conclusion, auriculotherapy presents itself as a promising therapeutic alternative for the treatment of spinal disorders, with a potentially positive impact on patients' quality of life and reduced healthcare costs.