09/25/2025
๐๐ก๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐ฅ๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐๐ฌ ๐จ๐ ๐๐ฎ๐ฆ๐๐ง ๐๐ก๐๐ซ๐๐ฉ๐๐ฎ๐ญ๐ข๐ ๐๐๐ซ๐ฏ๐ข๐๐๐ฌ
Lately, I've been asked multiple times about people offering human therapeutic services who are not qualified to do so. What's even more concerning is that many of these individuals are being told that it is legal to practice without formal licensing and credentials, which is simply not true. This is a critical issue that I feel needs to be addressed to empower people to understand the importance of the laws and regulations, and to be guided correctly.
When offering human therapeutic services with devices like the Acuscope and Myopulse (including the Equiscope, a model within this therapy system), it is absolutely necessary to understand the serious legal and safety requirements at both the state and federal levels. I make sure all of my students (for my human and animal divisions) are set up for success from the very beginning by discussing the topic of compliance and legalities. In fact, I will not train anyone on the human side unless they can meet their state's legal requirements and have the proper human calibrated instruments.
The instrument models within this therapy system are classified as Class II medical devices by the FDA. This isn't just a label, it's a classification that requires specific professional credentials and licensing for a reason. At this time, human therapeutic services are held to a much higher legal and safety standard than the animal industry. A training certification alone for human practitioners is not enough to practice legally. Due to the FDA approval, this is why we require training to sell these instruments to anyone in the animal industry as well, while also aligning the proper calibration for animal patients.
Here are a few key facts for why people need to meet the qualifications to be a human practitioner:
โข ๐๐ญโ๐ฌ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐ฅ๐๐ฐ. In the United States, you cannot legally offer human therapeutic services with these devices without the proper credentials and/or licensing in your state. This is in place to protect the public and ensure a high standard of care.
โข ๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐๐ง๐ญ ๐๐๐๐๐ญ๐ฒ ๐ข๐ฌ ๐๐ซ๐ฎ๐๐ข๐๐ฅ. These devices use advanced microcurrent and biofeedback technology. Without extensive training in anatomy, physiology, and pathology, a practitioner risks mistreating a condition, using incorrect settings, not understanding contraindications, or even causing harm. A lack of proper clinical understanding and professional conduct can have serious consequences.
โข ๐๐ซ๐จ๐ฉ๐๐ซ ๐๐ช๐ฎ๐ข๐ฉ๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ ๐ข๐ฌ ๐๐๐๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐๐ซ๐ฒ. All instruments by this manufacturer are precisely calibrated for their patient population, with distinct options for human or animal use. (Note: Animal Therapy Systems is the exclusive distributor for the โanimal calibrationโ option, and there are several human distributors.) Using a device intended for animals on a human, or vice versa, will fail to produce optimized results and meet the superior standards of this advanced modality. This is a critical safety point, as the internal computer circuitry is uniquely programmed to the specific needs of either the human or animal patient. Cross-use is scientifically unsound and professionally irresponsible, and it creates a significant liability.
โข ๐๐ข๐๐๐ข๐ฅ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ. Operating a medical or therapeutic device without a license or the proper credentials can expose you to significant legal and financial risks if a client is injured, harmed, or has a negative reaction. You also can't get liability insurance to cover an illegal practice. If you do happen to obtain it under false pretenses, the policy is considered fraudulent and invalid.
โข ๐๐ซ๐จ๐ญ๐๐๐ญ ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ฌ๐๐ฅ๐ & ๐๐ญ๐ก๐๐ซ๐ฌ. If a sales representative tells you that you can legally offer these services without a license/credentials to sell you their equipment, please be aware and do your own research to protect yourself. Don't fall for a sales pitch that puts you and any future clients at risk.
I built my business in the professional sports and animal industries on a simple principle: success comes from a foundation of compliance, education, and professionalism. My journey wasn't a shortcut; I invested myself into obtaining advanced credentials, built relationships with teams and professionals, and continue to collaborate with other experts to ensure my services are safe and effective, and that my brand is reputable. This is why I focus exclusively on my specialties. Remember, your qualifications are the most valuable tools in your practice. I encourage you to always do your own research and prioritize safety. This is what truly increases the standards of each industry. Surround yourself with professionals who will guide you to success the right way, not with misleading information.
๐๐จ๐ฐ ๐๐จ๐ฎ ๐๐๐ง ๐๐๐ซ๐ข๐๐ฒ ๐๐ก๐ข๐ฌ ๐๐ง๐๐จ๐ซ๐ฆ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง
I encourage you to do your own research. Here is where you can start:
โข ๐๐ญ๐๐ญ๐ ๐๐ข๐๐๐ง๐ฌ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐จ๐๐ซ๐๐ฌ: Each state has its own licensing requirements for medical and health professions. You can look up the official boards for professions like physical therapists, chiropractors, or massage therapists to see what qualifications are required to use these types of devices. A great starting point is a directory of state licensing boards.
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๐จ๐จ๐ ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐ซ๐ฎ๐ ๐๐๐ฆ๐ข๐ง๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ๐ซ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง (๐
๐๐): The FDA website provides detailed information on medical device classifications and regulations. You can search their database for specific devices to understand their intended use and any special controls required.
โข ๐๐๐ ๐๐ฅ ๐๐ซ๐จ๐๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐๐ฅ๐ฌ: Consider consulting with a lawyer who specializes in health and medical device regulations in your state. They can guide you to what is needed in order to practice legally.
