Dry needling in Oregon: the rules for physical therapists

Oregon's 2025 law (HB 3824) lets PTs dry needle starting July 1, 2027. Until then, Oregon PTs can't. The board must define dry needling and set training requirements by rule.

Allowed from July 1, 2027for PTs

To be set by the Oregon Board of Physical Therapytraining before you start

Rules to know

The governor directed the board to limit dry needling to musculoskeletal pain and movement problems and to adopt an appropriate training standard. Watch the board for the final rules.

Official sources

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 Oregon

3 upcoming in-person courses. Make sure a course's hours and format meet Oregon's rules before you register.

April 2027

Fri, Apr 23, 2027 S-910 Lower Quadrant Dry Needling Price on provider site · Portland NAIOMTDry Needling Details and registration

August 2027

Fri, Aug 20, 2027 S-911 Upper Quadrant Dry Needling Price on provider site · Portland NAIOMTDry Needling Details and registration

November 2027

Fri, Nov 5, 2027 S-916 Advanced Dry Needling Price on provider site · Portland NAIOMTDry Needling Details and registration

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Common questions

Can physical therapists dry needle in Oregon?

Not yet. Oregon's 2025 law (HB 3824) lets PTs dry needle starting July 1, 2027. Until then, Oregon PTs can't. The board must define dry needling and set training requirements by rule.

How much training do PTs need to dry needle in Oregon?

To be set by the Oregon Board of Physical Therapy.