Athletic trainer scope of practice expanded
Senators made a number of changes to the scope of practice of licensed athletic trainers in Nebraska April 12.
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LB436, introduced by Sen. Ben Hansen of Blair, expands permitted activities under the Athletic Training Practice Act to include:
• injury prevention and wellness promotion;
• examination, assessment and medical opinion;
• health care administration;
• therapeutic modalities;
• therapeutic intervention or rehabilitation of injuries and illnesses; and
• immediate emergency care including administration of emergency drugs prescribed by a physician.
Under the bill, athletic trainers cannot use joint manipulation or joint cavitation or prescribe medications but may employ “dry needling.”
Lawmakers passed LB436 on a 45-0 vote.
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