# N.H. Rev. Stat. § 328-A:9: 328-A:9 Lawful Practice

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## Section

- **Citation:** N.H. Rev. Stat. § 328-A:9
- **Heading:** 328-A:9 Lawful Practice
- **Jurisdiction:** New Hampshire
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** NH Code / Title XXX / Chapter 328-A / Section 9

## Text

I. A physical therapist licensed under this chapter is fully authorized to practice physical therapy as defined herein. II. A physical therapist shall refer a patient or client to appropriate health care practitioners when: (a) The physical therapist has reasonable cause to believe symptoms or conditions are present that require services beyond the scope of practice; or (b) Physical therapy is contraindicated. III. A physical therapist shall adhere to the code of ethics established by the board in rules. IV. A physical therapist assistant licensed under this chapter is authorized to assist a licensed physical therapist in selected components of physical therapy intervention. V. A physical therapist assistant shall adhere to the code of ethics established by the board in rules. VI. A physical therapist may purchase and store topical and aerosol medications, to be administered upon the prescription of a health care practitioner licensed in this state and permitted by law to prescribe medications. A physical therapist shall comply with rules of the New Hampshire pharmacy board specifying protocols for storage of medications. VII. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed as authorizing a licensed physical therapist to practice medicine, osteopathy, chiropractic, naturopathy, or any other form or method of healing, except physical therapy. The use of roentgen rays and radium for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes, and the use of electricity for surgical purposes including cauterization, shall not be authorized under the term "physical therapy" as used in this chapter.

## Nearby sections

- [N.H. Rev. Stat. § 328-A:1 328-A:1 Legislative Intent.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_NH_TXXX_C328-A_S1.md)
- [N.H. Rev. Stat. § 328-A:2 328-A:2 Definitions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_NH_TXXX_C328-A_S2.md)
- [N.H. Rev. Stat. § 328-A:3 328-A:3 Powers and Duties of the Board.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_NH_TXXX_C328-A_S3.md)
- [N.H. Rev. Stat. § 328-A:4 328-A:4 Rulemaking.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_NH_TXXX_C328-A_S4.md)
- [N.H. Rev. Stat. § 328-A:5 328-A:5 Eligibility for Licensure.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_NH_TXXX_C328-A_S5.md)
- [N.H. Rev. Stat. § 328-A:5-a 328-A:5-a Physical Therapy Licensure Compact.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_NH_TXXX_C328-A_S5-a.md)
- [N.H. Rev. Stat. § 328-A:7 328-A:7 Examination.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_NH_TXXX_C328-A_S7.md)
- [N.H. Rev. Stat. § 328-A:8 328-A:8 Exemptions From Licensure.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_NH_TXXX_C328-A_S8.md)
- [N.H. Rev. Stat. § 328-A:9 328-A:9 Lawful Practice.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_NH_TXXX_C328-A_S9.md)
- [N.H. Rev. Stat. § 328-A:10 328-A:10 Use of Titles; Restrictions; Classification of Offenses.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_NH_TXXX_C328-A_S10.md)
- [N.H. Rev. Stat. § 328-A:11 328-A:11 Obligations of Licensees.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_NH_TXXX_C328-A_S11.md)
- [N.H. Rev. Stat. § 328-A:12 328-A:12 Unlawful Practice; Penalties and Injunctive Relief.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_NH_TXXX_C328-A_S12.md)
- [N.H. Rev. Stat. § 328-A:14 328-A:14 Substance Abuse Recovery Program.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_NH_TXXX_C328-A_S14.md)
- [N.H. Rev. Stat. § 328-A:15 328-A:15 Rights of Consumers; Confidentiality.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_NH_TXXX_C328-A_S15.md)

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