Introduction: laser acupuncture is a recent technique that uses low intensity laser irradiation. Since it is painless, it can favor the adherence of patients with limitations, phobias or pain sensitivities. Objective: Synthesize scientific evidence resulting from research on the application of laser acupuncture in humans. Method: Systematic review carried out in the MEDLINE and MOSAICO databases, using the descriptors: Traditional Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture, Complementary Therapies. Results: The research resulted in the analysis of 18 articles published between 1998 and 2018, in which laser acupuncture was applied to minors, adults and the elderly, associated with osteotendineomuscular, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, endocrine, psychiatric, respiratory and neurological disorders. Most of the analyzed studies demonstrated that the acupuncture technique was effective, however there are still gaps to be filled in the care protocols used.
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