I am writing to express my dismay that Athletic Trainers could be permitted to perform “dry needling in Virginia. Dry Needling is another name for Acupuncture. Acupuncturists have extensive education and the clinical training necessary to treat patients safely and effectively. The meager by comparison training required of athletic trainers is inadequate and will undermine the ability of acupuncturists to earn a living which is already very challenging. Please protect the scope of practice of Virginia Acupuncturists.

thank you, Paul Simo