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 Proposed
Comment Period Ended on 2/24/2017
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2/22/17  6:41 pm
Commenter: Elizabeth

Trigger point dry needle therapy essential
 
I am an outspoken supporter and patient of trigger point dry needle therapy. It has been the only therapy that is effective for my Achilles Tendinopathy, plantar fasciitis, and allowing my gluteal muscles to start working correctly. Whenever I have an issue that sends me to physical therapy, I make sure they offer this service. Without this important tool, I would not have been able to run the 2013 Boston Marathon, and I certainly wouldn't have been able to finish before the bombs went off (which I did). Please make sure this vital tool remains accessible to those who need it currently, and those who may need it in the future.
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