Introduction
affections, stress injuries, othersAs a, traumas, physical disability, chronic musculoskeletal pain, Musculoskeletal Pain, MSP
DISEASES, PHYSICAL DISABILITY
Musculoskeletal Pain (MSP) is a consequence of repetitive stress injuries, traumas and mechanical overloads, among othersAs a consequence of MSP chronicity, especially in the spine region, it can manifest affections that influence health and well-being. Among them, behavioral changes and physical functional disabilities stand out, which impose limitations in performing activities of daily livingAmong the workers affected by MSP, those from the health area working in the hospital environment stand out. In this context, there is exposure to several factors capable of predisposing to physical involvement or psychological distressChronic MSP is related to the high number of absences from workIn this context, auriculotherapy stands out, an ancient practice based on the Traditional Chinese Medicine principles. It resorts to the stimulation of reflex points in the ear, using seeds, metallic spheres and/or crystals, semi-permanent and/or filiform needlesHowever, there is lack of studies evaluating auriculotherapy as an intervention to reduce MSP and improve quality of life in health workers. This was observed in an integrative review developed in 2019In this perspective, we highlight the importance of developing experimental research studies aimed at promoting and recovering health, in addition to preventing diseases in health workers. This study will allow identifying the effect of auriculotherapy on the physical and psychological health of this population segment, related to MSP, physical disability and quality of life. This, the objective was to evaluate the efficacy of auriculotherapy in reducing chronic musculoskeletal pain in the spine of health workers.