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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4/25/25  12:54 am
Commenter: Shea Alheit

Yes to Athletic Trainers (who are licensed healthcare professionals) to dry needle
 

Certified Athletic Trainers who have taken the proper courses and education should be allowed to dry needle patients. Quite a few states already allow this in their practice acts. With proper training, we can provide this service to athletes who need this based on diagnosis and other treatments not being effective. 

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