To lawmakers and regulators,

The amendment is a dangerous proposition. Athletic Trainers do not have the rigorous and extensive preparation that an acupuncturist has. 
Allowing ATs to dry needle will open the gate to lowering standards. 

So let us uphold the high standards of education and skill in the healing practice of dry needling, which is akin to acupuncture. 

Thank you for considering my point of view, which is reflective of the acupuncturist community. 

Tatjana Fernandez Kimmel 

VUIM Student