SB3560

USE OF DRY NEEDLING

Introduced·2/5/26
Introduced Text

SB3560 regulates the use of dry needling by licensed professionals in Illinois.

SB3560 amends the Illinois Athletic Trainers Practice Act, the Illinois Occupational Therapy Practice Act, and the Illinois Physical Therapy Act to establish requirements for the use of dry needling. It defines dry needling as an advanced needling skill for treating myofascial pain, using a sterile needle without heat, cold, or medication. Licensed athletic trainers, occupational therapists, and physical therapists must complete specific training and supervised sessions to perform dry needling. The bill emphasizes that dry needling does not include acupuncture practices.

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Where it stands

Current
Assignments Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 25

1:30 PM

Senate Licensed Activities Committee Hearing

Mar 4

1:30 PM

Senate Licensed Activities Committee Hearing

History

Apr 24

Senate

Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

Mar 27

Senate

Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 24, 2026

Mar 25

Senate

Postponed - Licensed Activities