Application Examples
These case studies show how the HAIF framework has been applied in real hospital settings. Each example walks through the four phases — Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, and Sustainment — as applied to a specific clinical context.
Example 1: Acupressure for PONV
Nurse-led acupressure wristband implementation for post-operative nausea and vomiting at Northern Hospital, Victoria. A completed case study demonstrating all four phases.
View case study →Example 2: PANDA — Acupuncture in the ED Coming Soon
Personalised Acupuncture in the Northern Hospital Emergency Department for Acute Pain. Acupuncturist-delivered acupuncture for acute pain presentations. Research is currently in progress.
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Last reviewed: April 2026