I strongly support ATs performing dry needling. We currently are able to use lidocaine via needle, administer IV fluids and perform suturing which is all now taught in our professional education programs. Dry needling is only performed once an athletic trainer has had coursework teaching the technique, which involves going over head to toe the “safe” and “not safe” area to needle, beware of certain structures etc. We are highly skilled medical providers who perform injury and illness evaluations, therapeutic exercise and modalities, taping, bracing, and emergency care. Dry needling has been an integral tool with my practice to assist my patients in restoring range of motion and function after injury. I have often been able to avoid my patients receiving cortisone injections due to the benefits of dry needling. I strongly encourage you to continue letting athletic trainers perform dry needling in our state.