Virginia Regulatory Town Hall
Agency
Department of Health Professions
 
Board
Board of Medicine
 
chapter
Regulations Governing the Licensure of Athletic Trainers [18 VAC 85 ‑ 120]
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4/29/25  7:45 pm
Commenter: Jessica Curl

Opposed to Dry Needling by athletic trainers. Training is important in needling
 

I am writing to oppose the use of dry needling for professionals without an acupuncture degree.  I have practiced and trained acupuncturists and MD acupuncturists and training is essential to quality care.  A degree in acupuncture takes years and produces the safest and most competent practitioners for using acupuncture needles which are a tool of a specific trade. Best and safest results will come from staying with the trained professionals. 
Thank you,

Jessica Curl, LAc MSTCM

Three Springs

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