Dry needling is an abomination to the tradition of Acupuncture and an insult to the profession that Acupuncturists train so hard for. This practice requires its own 4 year degree. It should not wielded by any one in the health care space who have not been adequately trained. There is more scientific research for true acupuncture as an effective modality for injury relief and prevention than there is for dry needling. Athletic trainers should be referring patients out to an Acupuncturist for proper continued treatment.