Action | Practice of dry needling |
Stage | NOIRA |
Comment Period | Ended on 12/30/2015 |
Dear Board of Physical Therapy,
I am a Studying acupuncturist and am writing to object to the intent to draft "dry needling" regulations. After the many hours I have put into my studies thus far it is inconceivable to think that someone can study only a week and know how to use needles in their practice. I believe the regulations present a serious threat to public health and would authorize physical therapists to engage in acts that are clearly outside the scope of practice for physical therapy that has been adopted by the Virginia General Assembly.
I encourage you not to draft regulations because:
Thank you for considering my comments.
Sincerely,
Joshua Graham