Tennessee HB0062 allows athletic trainers to use dry needling and physical modalities for treating athletic injuries.

Tennessee HB0062 amends state law to allow athletic trainers to use dry needling and physical modalities like heat and cold for treating athletic injuries. It also requires athletic trainers to practice only in areas where they are competent, as evidenced by training or experience. The bill mandates that athletic trainers obtain proper training and certification for dry needling, clarifying that this practice does not constitute acupuncture. The changes take effect immediately for rule-making purposes and on July 1, 2025, for all other purposes.

Tennessee HB0062 allows athletic trainers to use dry needling and physical modalities for treating athletic injuries.

Tennessee HB0062 amends state law to allow athletic trainers to use dry needling and physical modalities like heat and cold for treating athletic injuries. It also requires athletic trainers to practice only in areas where they are competent, as evidenced by training or experience. The bill mandates that athletic trainers obtain proper training and certification for dry needling, clarifying that this practice does not constitute acupuncture. The changes take effect immediately for rule-making purposes and on July 1, 2025, for all other purposes.