BILL · 2015–16 SESSION

SB 6374: Phys. therapist dry needling

Allowing physical therapists to perform dry needling.

Summary

Dry needling is defined as a skilled intervention that uses a thin needle to penetrate the skin and stimulate trigger points, and muscular and connective tissues for the management of pain and movement. Dry needling does not include the stimulation or treatment of acupuncture points and meridians.

From the Senate Bill Report (Orig.) (SB 6374), written by the Legislature's nonpartisan staff. Read the full report ↗

Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee

AN ACT Relating to allowing physical therapists to perform dry needling;

No recorded floor votes. This measure never reached a floor vote.

Bill numbers restart every two years, so the same number is a different bill in each session.

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