Dry needling encroaches on the acupuncture profession.  By allowing dry needling to be practiced it is eliminating the profession of acupuncture.

·         First, it is important to understand that dry needling is the practice of Acupuncture, and is not a new modality.

·         It is irresponsible for undertrained physical therapists to practice acupuncture with the name of "dry needling".

·         Acupuncture laws regarding education were established by Virginia Law in 1994, to avoid any risks to public health and safety. Now, these established laws are being violated by “recreating” the practice of acupuncture and call it “dry needling”. 

·         PTs  who use acupuncture needles for dry needling are violating FDA law.

·         For more information on the safety implications of this issue, please visit:

http://acupuncturesafety.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/NCASI_10_Key_Facts_8.5x11_Brochure.pdf

For more information on the Licensed practice  of Acupuncture, please visit:

www.fsdom.org