Standardisation

Standardisation is essential for ensuring that Tuina therapy can be practised and taught consistently across different countries and healthcare systems. Currently, a wide variation exists in how Tuina therapy is taught, the techniques used in clinical settings, and the methods used to evaluate outcomes. This inconsistency limits comparability across research studies, complicates the regulation of practice, and undermines patient trust. The purpose of standardisation is to create common frameworks that guide how Tuina therapy is taught in academic institutions, how competency is assessed, and how treatments are delivered in clinical practice. Planned work includes the development of international guidelines, the creation of a shared competency framework for practitioners, and the alignment of training curricula with both traditional Chinese medicine theory and international standards in medical education. By involving TCM universities, clinical training hospitals, professional associations, and regulatory agencies, standardisation will provide the foundation for cross-border recognition of qualifications, quality assurance in clinical practice, and the integration of Tuina therapy into broader healthcare systems.