Dry needling in Arkansas: the rules for physical therapists
Arkansas's PT practice act and board rules don't mention dry needling. Ask the board before you start; PTs are expected to stay within their training.
Official sources
- Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy rules (PDF)
- Arkansas Physical Therapy Practice Act (PDF, Arkansas PT Association copy)
A plain-language summary, last checked October 24, 2026. Dry needling rules change often and some states regulate it through board statements rather than law, so confirm with your board before you dry needle. OTs and athletic trainers have their own rules.
Dry needling courses in Arkansas
4 upcoming in-person courses. Make sure a course's hours and format meet Arkansas's rules before you register.
November 2026
- Fri–Sun, Nov 20–22, 2026 · 3 days Dry Needling 2 (DN-2) $895 · Little Rock Details and registration
December 2026
- Fri–Sun, Dec 4–6, 2026 · 3 days Dry Needling 1 (DN-1) $895 · Little Rock Details and registration
February 2027
- Fri–Sun, Feb 5–7, 2027 · 3 days Dry Needling 2 (DN-2) $895 · Little Rock Details and registration
- Fri–Sun, Feb 26–28, 2027 · 3 days Pelvic Floor Dry Needling (PFDN) $895 · Little Rock Details and registration
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Common questions
Can physical therapists dry needle in Arkansas?
Arkansas law doesn't address it. Arkansas's PT practice act and board rules don't mention dry needling. Ask the board before you start; PTs are expected to stay within their training.
How much training do PTs need to dry needle in Arkansas?
Not applicable, since PTs may not dry needle under current law.
More for Arkansas clinicians
- Arkansas PT and PTA CEU requirements
- Arkansas OT and OTA CEU requirements
- In-person courses in Arkansas 8
Dry needling rules in other states
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