Sterilization tracking for acupuncture practices in Germany

Acupuncture in Germany is primarily practiced by physicians and Heilpraktiker. Most needles are single-use — but reusable cupping sets and accessory instruments still need traceable sterilization.

Sterilization for reusable instruments

Gesundheitsamt · Ärztekammer (for physician practitioners)

Acupuncture in Germany is practiced by physicians and Heilpraktiker. For physician practitioners, the general MPBetreibV reprocessing obligations apply. Heilpraktiker are subject to hygiene requirements under the IfSG and the state Hygieneverordnung. Most acupuncture needles are single-use and sterile. For reusable instruments — cupping sets, gua sha tools, moxibustion holders — autoclave sterilization and documented traceability is best practice.

MPBetreibV (for physician practitioners) · IfSG · State Hygieneverordnung · DIN EN 13060

How SecuSteri helps

Track reusable instrument sterilization

Log autoclave cycles for cupping sets, gua sha tools, and other reusable instruments. Single-use needles don't need tracking — but everything else does.

Complete traceability per session

Link sterilized instruments to specific autoclave cycles. Maintain a tamper-proof record alongside your patient files.

Simple enough for a solo practice

Most acupuncture practices are solo. SecuSteri is designed to be fast — import, sign, label in under a minute.

Pre-loaded instruments for acupuncture

Cupping sets Gua sha tools Plum blossom hammers Moxibustion holders

These instruments come pre-loaded when you create your account. You can add, edit, or remove instruments at any time.

Works with all autoclave brands

W&H Lisa Melag Euronda Castellini Anthos Tuttnauer

W&H, Castellini, and Anthos reports are imported automatically via AutoReport or manual upload. Other brands? Upload the report or enter cycle data manually — we add automatic support progressively.

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