Wyo. Code R. 030-0001-9
Chiropractic Examiners, Board of
Chapter 9: Acupuncture
Effective Date: 03/29/2018 to 07/05/2023
Rule Type: Superceded Rules & Regulations
Reference Number: 030.0001.9.03292018
Section 1. Statement of Purpose. These Board Rules are adopted to implement the Board's authority to regulate acupuncture and competency requirements to provide such services.
Section 2. Requirements for Acupuncture. Licensees who choose to provide acupuncture services as part of their practice shall demonstrate competency and training to perform clinical acupuncture. These requirements include:
(a) Demonstrate a minimum of 100 hours of education in acupuncture; (b) Certification from the IAMA, the NCCAOM, or the equivalent as determined by the Board; or (c) Certification from the NBCE Acupuncture examination.
(a) To demonstrate competency to perform dry needling, a licensee shall complete a minimum of twenty-four (24) hours of face-to-face IMS/dry needling course study (online study is not considered appropriate training). (b) A licensee performing IMS/dry needling in his or her practice shall have written informed consent for each patient where this technique is used. The patient shall sign and receive a copy of the informed consent form. The consent form shall, at a minimum, clearly state the risks and benefits of IMS/dry needling. (c) IMS/dry needling shall not be delegated and shall be directly performed by a qualified, licensed chiropractor. (d) IMS/dry needling shall be performed in a manner consistent with generally accepted standards of practice, including clean needle techniques.