Virginia Regulatory Town Hall
Agency
Department of Health Professions
 
Board
Board of Physical Therapy
 
chapter
Regulations Governing the Practice of Physical Therapy [18 VAC 112 ‑ 20]
Action Practice of dry needling
Stage NOIRA
Comment Period Ended on 12/30/2015
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12/17/15  10:36 pm
Commenter: Chris Leininger

Oppose Dry Needling
 

Dry needlling is acupuncture disguised by a different name.  It should require the same level of training required for any licensed acupuncturist.  

It is also unfair and misleading to patients unless it is fully disclosed the hours required for a licensed acupnucturist vs dry needling so they can make an informed decision regarding their own care and safety.

Thank you for your consideration,

Chris

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