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Unfortunately, until there is statutory change to the NJ Physical Therapy Practice Act that specifically names dry needling as a therapeutic intervention, the physical therapists at db Ortho PT must stop performing this highly effective clinical tool on Aug 31, 2017. Â There have been hundreds of patients who have benefited from this procedure without one complaint or adverse reaction. Â The ruling is purely the result of a turf battle with acupuncturists who claim the treatment is the unlicensed practice of acupuncture. Â Fortunately the AG ruling DID NOT state that dry needling was indeed the unlicensed practice of acupuncture when performed by trained physical therapists. Â However, his ruling did specify that the intervention was not specifically listed in the practice act that governs the licensed practice of physical therapy. Â Therefore, statutory change is required and will be worked on by the professional association for physical therapists in NJ – APTA-NJ. Â Stay tuned for an update over the next few months. Â Until then, if you have benefited from this technique, please let us know.
