At have extensive knowledge and application in human anatomy and function. Their training includes detailed education including cadaver training. They are intricately involved in rehab and prevention of injuries. Allowing ATs to gain certification in and perform dry needling will provide athletes an informed avenue of rehabilitation not currently available. Few doctors have such an extensive hands on involvement in getting the athlete continual care after initial treatment. Dry needling needs to be part of this process and needs to be performed by those athletic trainers who are familiar with those athletes.