1. A. “Dry needling” is defined as a skilled technique performed by a physical therapist using filiform needles to penetrate the skin or underlying tissues or both to effect change in body structures and functions for the evaluation and management of neuromusculoskeletal conditions, pain, movement impairments, functional limitations and disability.
2. B. “High risk areas” are defined as any area that the physical therapist has not been formally trained to needle, via a board approved course.

[16.20.13.7 NMAC - N, 7/28/2019]