Okla. Admin. Code § 140:15-13-1

Current through Vol. 42, No. 7, December 16, 2024
Section 140:15-13-1 - Definition

Dry needling is a physical intervention that uses a filiform needle to stimulate myofascial trigger points, diagnose and treat neuromuscular pain and functional movement deficits; is based on Western medical concepts; requires an examination and diagnosis, and treats specific anatomic entities selected according to physical signs. Dry needling does not include the stimulation of auricular or distal points. Dry needling as defined pursuant to this rule is within the scope of practice of chiropractic.

Okla. Admin. Code § 140:15-13-1

Adopted by Oklahoma Register, Volume 38, Issue 24, September 1, 2021, eff. 9/11/2021