BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Institute of Clinical Excellence - ECPv6.18.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ptonice.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Institute of Clinical Excellence REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261017T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261018T170000 DTSTAMP:20260923T201429Z CREATED:20250501T183133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T201429Z UID:10000733-1792224000-1792342800@ptonice.com SUMMARY:Cervical Spine: Manual Therapy Management DESCRIPTION:Course Overview\n \nManual Therapy Certification for Physical Therapy\nThis course will cover current best evidence in the physical therapy management of neck pain. Laboratory sessions will focus on the safe and effective delivery of thrust and non-thrust manipulation to the cervical spine\, cervicothoracic spine\, and upper ribs. \nAdditional labs will cover evaluation and treatment of the thoracic spine\, management of cervical radiculopathy\, upper cervical thrust manipulation/mobilization\, and progressive exercise concepts with particular emphasis on performance and incorporation of the overhead press. Mobility and motor control exercises will be included to complement the manual therapy techniques. \n\n\n\n\nLecture material will summarize the developing body of literature regarding the subgrouping of cervical spine patients\, differential diagnosis of cervical conditions\, safety of manipulation\, treatment of cervicogenic headaches\, and cervical spine examination based on clinical practice guidelines. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule\n \nDAY ONE \n\n8:00am - 10:00amSubjective Exam and Clinical Reasoning \n10:00am - 11:15amCervical Examination and Lab \n11:15am - 12:00pmMid Cervical HVLAT Lab \n12:00pm - 1:00pmLunch \n1:00pm - 2:00pmCervical HVLAT and Safety \n2:00pm - 2:30pmLower Cervical HVLAT Lab \n\n\n2:30pm - 3:00pmSubgrouping and Manual Therapy \n3:00pm - 3:30pmCervical Non Thrust Mobilization \n3:30pm - 4:00pmThoracic Screen: Mobility or Stability? \n4:00pm - 4:30pmMid Thoracic Mobilization Lab \n4:30pm - 5:00pmRound Robin / Student Demonstration / Q&A \n\n\n\nDAY TWO \n\n8:00am - 9:00amQ&A / Specificity / Cavitation / Exploration of Mechanisms \n9:00am - 9:30amUpper Thoracic / Rib HVLAT Lab \n9:30am - 10:30amHeadache Subgrouping and Treatment \n10:30am - 11:00amInstability testing / CN test \n11:00am - 12:00pmUpper Cervical HVLAT Lab \n12:00pm - 12:30pmStudent Demonstration Lab \n\n\n12:30pm - 1:30pmLunch \n1:30pm - 2:30pmExercise Progressions / Overhead Press \n2:30pm - 3:30pmManaging Neck Related Arm Symptoms \n3:30pm - 4:00pmCervicothoracic Junction HVLAT Lab \n4:00pm - 5:00pmRound Robin Lab \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Objectives\n \nUnderstand the risk factors associated with spinal manipulation and be able to screen patients properly using a thorough history and targeted physical examination\nUnderstand the strengths and limitations of current objective tests for vascular insufficiency in the cervical spine\nPerform a thorough objective examination using clinical practice guidelines and current best evidence to determine which data to collect\nDemonstrate an excellent understanding of current best evidence in regards to manual therapy\, thrust and non-thrust joint mobilization techniques in the treatment of patients with neck pain.\nDemonstrate proper technique with cervical mobilization and thrust manipulation to the cervical and thoracic spine\nDemonstrate proper technique with all cervical and thoracic mobility exercises and their home exercise counter parts\nPerform upper cervical ligament integrity testing\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Additional Information\n PREREQUISITES \n\nNone\n\nEDUCATION LEVEL \n\nEntry-level URL:https://ptonice.com/courses-events/cervical-spine-manual-therapy-management-tucson-10-17-18-25/ LOCATION:Onward Tucson\, 7650 E Broadway Blvd Ste 106\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85710\, United States CATEGORIES:Cervical Spine,In-Person Course ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ptonice.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ICE-APP-COURSES-TAB-169-750-x-500-px-18.png GEO:32.2204221;-110.8284027 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Onward Tucson 7650 E Broadway Blvd Ste 106 Tucson AZ 85710 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=7650 E Broadway Blvd Ste 106:geo:-110.8284027,32.2204221 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261017T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261018T170000 DTSTAMP:20260924T000251Z CREATED:20250709T175340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T000251Z UID:10000786-1792224000-1792342800@ptonice.com SUMMARY:Fitness Athlete: Live Seminar DESCRIPTION:Course Overview\n Fitness Athlete Live\nThis-two day course is designed to educate participants on proper technique of the fundamental movements in Fitness Athlete programming. Learn coaching\, analysis\, and breakdowns of the squat\, deadlift\, push\, pull\, and basic olympic lifts. Through the use of multiple models the instructors will cover each movement beginning with proper performance and then highlighting commonly seen mistakes. \nStudents will learn how to correct these common mistakes through coaching\, and as needed through breaking down the movement to identify relevant physical impairments and addressing these through targeted mobility and stability exercises. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule\n \nDAY ONE \n\n8:00am - 8:30amIntroduction and overview of concepts \n8:30am - 9:30amMarket\, methodology\, and demographics \n9:30am - 12:00pmSquat (Front & Back) \n12:00pm - 1:00pmLunch \n\n\n1:00pm - 2:00pmDeadlift \n2:00pm - 2:30pmTraining load \n2:30pm - 4:00pmOverhead press \n4:00pm - 5:00pmWorkout - Technique incorporation / repetition \n\n\n\nDAY TWO \n\n8:00am - 9:00amQ&A - Key current topics \n9:00am - 10:00amPull up \n10:00am - 11:00amOverhead squat \n11:00am - 12:00pmPower clean \n12:00pm - 1:00pmLunch \n\n\n1:00pm - 2:00pmAccessory movements & programming \n2:00pm - 3:00pmPower snatch \n3:00pm - 4:00pmRound Robin - Technique repetition \n4:00pm - 5:00pmClosing - concept summary\, final Q&A \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Objectives\n \nUnderstand the current state of functional fitness training programs\nWhy functional loaded movements matter to all populations\nUnderstand concepts of tissue capacity and load management\nUnderstand the foundational complex movements commonly found in functional fitness training programs\nDevelop a framework for analyzing\, assessing\, and correcting complex movement patterns\nDevelop strategies for coaching & correcting movement efficiency\nProgram accessory movements based on determined limitations\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Additional Information\n While not pre-approved by CrossFit HQ for CEUs\, CrossFit HQ will manually accept any of the Fitness Athlete courses for 16 CEUs towards your CrossFit Level 3 credential renewal through the individual approval process. \nPREREQUISITES \n\nNone\n\nEDUCATION LEVEL \n\nEntry-level URL:https://ptonice.com/courses-events/fitness-athlete-live-seminar-hendersonville-10-17-18-26/ LOCATION:CrossFit Barbell Battalion\, 468 Rice Street\, Murfreesboro\, TN\, 37129\, United States CATEGORIES:Fitness Athlete Live,In-Person Course ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ptonice.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/ICE-APP-COURSES-TAB-169-750-x-500-px-13.png GEO:35.8508331;-86.3959869 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=CrossFit Barbell Battalion 468 Rice Street Murfreesboro TN 37129 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=468 Rice Street:geo:-86.3959869,35.8508331 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261017T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261018T170000 DTSTAMP:20261010T184723Z CREATED:20250724T161204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261010T184723Z UID:10000820-1792224000-1792342800@ptonice.com SUMMARY:Rehabilitation of the Injured Runner Live DESCRIPTION:Course Overview\n \nPhysical Therapy Running Course: In Person\nThis course will provide an evidenced-based and practical approach to the evaluation and treatment of the injured runner. Didactic lectures will focus on current literature pertaining to epidemiology\, running mechanics\, and therapeutic exercise. Video-based case studies will also be presented to enhance the lectures and provide the “big picture” view of the injured runner. An overview of gait-analysis and running mechanics will be provided. Strategies for gait re-training will also be discussed. Participants are expected to have a basic understanding of biomechanics and gait analysis\, and are encouraged to review basic biomechanics of gait prior to the course. \n\n\n \n\nA video-based lab session will focus on gait analysis of the injured runner. Small groups will review and discuss mechanics and propose treatments based on the provided videos. The overall course objective is to provide participants with the “whole picture” of rehabilitating injured runners and provide practical treatments that maybe utilized immediately in the clinic. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule\n \nDAY ONE \n\n8:00am - 10:00amEpidemiology of Running Related Injuries \n10:00am - 12:00pmOrthopaedic Exam + Labs \n12:00pm - 1:00pmLUNCH \n\n\n1:00pm - 1:30pmShoes \n1:30pm - 5:00pmStrength Training for Runners + Strength Labs \n5:00pmRun! \n\n\n\nDAY TWO \n\n8:00am - 10:00amRunning Mechanics Evaluation + Labs \n10:00am - 12:00pmGait Retraining + Labs \n12:00pm - 1:00pmLUNCH \n\n\n1:00pm - 1:30pmGait analysis demo \n1:30pm - 3:00pmTaping techniques \n3:00pm - 4:00pmCase Studies \n4:00pmWrap-up \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Objectives\n \nUnderstand the epidemiology of the overuse injuries in running\nImplement load-management strategies to address running-related injuries\nSelect evidence-based exercises to address muscular imbalances in the injured runner\nDescribe the role of faulty running mechanics in the development of injury\nEvaluate and address common faulty running mechanics\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Additional Information\n PREREQUISITES \n\nNone\n\nEDUCATION LEVEL \n\nEntry-level URL:https://ptonice.com/courses-events/rehabilitation-of-the-injured-runner-live-denver-10-17-18-26/ LOCATION:Onward Denver\, 8751 E. Hampden Ave\, Suite B7\, Denver\, CO\, 80231\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person Course,Rehabilitation of the Injured Runner Live ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ptonice.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/ICE-APP-COURSES-TAB-169-750-x-500-px-27.png GEO:39.522506;-104.7751116 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Onward Denver 8751 E. Hampden Ave Suite B7 Denver CO 80231 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=8751 E. Hampden Ave\, Suite B7:geo:-104.7751116,39.522506 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261017T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261018T170000 DTSTAMP:20260923T212901Z CREATED:20260331T211645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T212901Z UID:10000944-1792224000-1792342800@ptonice.com SUMMARY:ICE Pelvic Live: Male DESCRIPTION:Course Overview\n ICE Pelvic Live: Male\nElevate your pelvic health practice with Pelvic Live: Male\, through the Institute of Clinical Excellence. This lab-heavy\, evidence-based course equips clinicians with foundational skills and confidence to assess and treat pelvic floor conditions affecting those assigned male at birth and bowel and pain conditions across all genders. Attendees will gain hands-on proficiency in the external and internal anorectal pelvic floor examination\, learn manual and neuromuscular techniques and apply exercise interventions. By the end of this course\, attendees will feel confident managing the following conditions: male sexual dysfunction such as erectile dysfunction\, ejaculatory disorders; prostatectomy care; bowel dysfunctions such as constipation and fecal incontinence; and pelvic pain such as pudendal neuralgia\, genital pain and coccydynia. \n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule\n \nDAY ONE \n\n8:00am - 8:15amWelcome \n8:15am - 9:15amPelvic pain lecture \n9:15am - 10:00amExternal palpation lab \n10:00am - 12:00pmInternal pelvic floor lab \n12:00pm - 12:45pmPelvic pain lab \n\n\n12:45pm - 1:45pmLunch \n1:45pm - 2:45pmMale sexual dysfunction lecture \n2:45pm - 3:45pmMale sexual dysfunction lab \n3:45pm - 4:30pmRound robin skills practice \n4:30pm - 5:00pmCourse wrap up and Q&A \n\n\n\nDAY TWO \n\n8:00am - 8:15amWelcome back \n8:15am - 9:15amBowel dysfunction lecture \n9:15am - 10:15 amBowel dysfunction lab \n10:15am - 11:00amProstatectomy lecture \n11:00am - 12:00pmProstatectomy lab \n\n\n12:00pm - 1:00pmLunch \n1:00pm - 2:00pmHernia lab \n2:00pm - 3:15pmCase studies \n3:15pm - 4:00pmRound robin skills check \n4:00pm - 5:00pmWrap up and Q&A \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Objectives\n \nDescribe pelvic floor anatomy\, physiology\, and dysfunctions with emphasis on bowel health\, pelvic pain and male specific considerations\nPerform external pelvic floor\, abdominal and internal anorectal pelvic floor muscle and coccygeal assessment\nApply manual therapy\, neuromuscular techniques\, lifestyle factor optimization and resistance and aerobic exercise\nImplement best practices for prehab and rehab of clients undergoing prostate cancer treatment or surgery\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Frequently Asked Questions\n Is there internal examination and treatment in this course? \nThere is a 2 hour block of internal examination during the morning of Day 1 (Saturday). \nIs internal work required? \nYou have two options: \nOption A: Learn & Practice Internal Anorectal Assessment Skills\nYou receive full CEU's if you: \n\nParticipate in the internal lab\, which occurs from approximately 10 AM - 1 PM (lunch) on Day 1. The expectation is that participants will complete the exam on another classmate who may have different genital anatomy\, and have the exam performed on themselves unless otherwise discussed with the instructor prior to the lab. \nIf you do not plan to use your own body for the lab\, you MUST bring a person who you can practice these skills on.\nPass a "skills check\," done throughout the lab\n\nOption B: Learn about Internal Anorectal Assessment\, but do not practice on a human model\nYou receive full CEU's if you practice internal assessment and treatment skills under instructor guidance using different pelvic model options. \nWhat privacy measures do you use during this course? \nWe utilize sheets for draping during the internal portion of this course for modesty. In addition\, we block off any windows and ensure all doors/points of entry are locked. If the facility has cameras\, we tape over the cameras during the internal portion of the course. \n \n \n \n \n \n Additional Information\n PREREQUISITES \n\nNone URL:https://ptonice.com/courses-events/ice-pelvic-live-male-2-houston-10-17-18-26/ LOCATION:Onward Houston\, 23633 Gosling Road. Suite D\, Spring\, TX\, 77389\, United States CATEGORIES:ICE Pelvic Live: Male,In-Person Course ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ptonice.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/ICE-APP-COURSES-TAB-169-750-x-500-px-3-5.png GEO:30.1079854;-95.5073224 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Onward Houston 23633 Gosling Road. Suite D Spring TX 77389 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=23633 Gosling Road. Suite D:geo:-95.5073224,30.1079854 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261017T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261018T180000 DTSTAMP:20260924T152821Z CREATED:20260422T173205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T152821Z UID:10000947-1792224000-1792346400@ptonice.com SUMMARY:Dry Needling: Upper Body DESCRIPTION:Course Overview\n \nDry Needling Certification\nUpper Body Dry Needling by ICE Physio brings a modern approach to dry needling education with contemporary methods and tactical e-stim applications for the upper quadrant. This weekend lab intensive will initially focus on safe and effective dry needling technique for the cervico-thoracic spine\, anterior and posterior shoulder girdle\, upper arm\, and forearm; and then highlight strategic e-stim applications for common upper quadrant conditions. Quickly become a confident and proficient dry needling practitioner equipped with the tools\, training\, and knowledge to help your patients with everything from pain relief\, to improved function and mobility\, to athlete recovery. \n\n\n \n\nParticipants will also have access to pre-course lecture content including an introduction to dry needling\, safety standards\, current research-based rationale of therapeutic mechanisms\, and advocacy; as well as video demonstration prep materials for the lab intensive component. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 3-Day Course Itinerary\n \nDAY ONE \n8:00am - 8:15amWelcome/Course intro \n8:15am - 8:45amIntroduction to dry needling lecture \n8:45am - 9:45amDry needling basics lab \n9:45am - 12:00pmUpper arm dry needling lab \n12:00pm - 1:00pmLUNCH \n1:00pm - 3:00pmPosterior shoulder lab \n3:00pm - 6:00pmAnterior shoulder lab \n\n\nDAY TWO \n8:00am - 8:30amWelcome back and Q&A \n08:30am - 10:30amForearm lab \n10:30am - 12:00pmSpine lab \n12:00pm - 1:00pmLUNCH \n1:00pm - 2:00pmE-stim lecture \n2:00pm - 4:30pmShoulder e-stim lab (anterior/posterior/seated) \n4:30pm - 6:00pmRound robin \n\n\nDAY THREE \n8:00am - 8:30amWelcome back and Q&A \n10:30am - 10:30amCervical spine e-stim lab \n10:30am - 12:30pmElbow & wrist e-stim lab \n12:30pm - 1:30pmLUNCH \n1:30pm - 3:30pmUpper quarter recovery & e-stim lab \n3:30pm - 4:30pmReview lab \n4:30pm - 5:00pmClinical commentary and final Q&A \n5:00pm - 6:00pmCourse wrap-up & next steps \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 2-Day Course Itinerary\n \nDAY ONE \n\n8:00am - 8:15amWelcome/Course intro \n8:15am - 8:45amIntroduction to dry needling lecture \n8:45am - 9:45amDry needling basics lab \n9:45am - 12:00pmUpper arm dry needling lab \n12:00pm - 1:00pmLUNCH \n\n\n1:00pm - 2:45pmPosterior shoulder lab \n2:45pm - 4:00pmAnterior shoulder lab \n4:00pm - 5:15pmForearm lab \n5:15pm - 6:00pmRound robin \n\n\n\nDAY TWO \n\n8:00am - 8:30amWelcome back and Q&A \n8:30am - 9:30amE-stim lecture \n09:30am - 11:30amSpine dry needling & e-stim lab \n11:30am - 12:30pmCervical e-stim circuit lab \n12:30pm - 1:30pmLUNCH \n\n\n1:30pm - 3:15pmShoulder e-stim lab (anterior & posterior) \n3:15pm - 3:30pmPeripheral nerve stimulation lecture \n3:30pm - 4:30pmElbow & wrist e-stim lab \n4:30pm - 5:30pm Upper quarter recovery e-stim lab \n5:30pm - 6:00pmCourse wrap-up & next steps \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Objectives\n \nDemonstrate safe and effective dry needling techniques to specified upper quarter anatomical tissue targets\nDemonstrate strategic and effective execution of indwelling electrical stimulation circuits for the clinical management of upper quarter conditions\nExamine how our updated\, research-based understanding of dry needling mechanisms fit into pathomechanistic models of function\, pain\, and rehab\nExamine research trends associated with dry needling from early use to current state\nInvestigate some of the research-based treatment effects of dry needling in the context of targeted and specific treatment intent\nIdentify contraindications and precautions associated with dry needling for the upper quarter\nIdentify relevant upper quarter myofascial and neurovascular anatomy associated with proper and effective application of dry needling\nDiscuss minor and major adverse events associated with dry needling and strategies to manage\, mitigate\, and minimize these risks with proper dry needling technique\nDiscuss and execute clean needle handling associated with dry needling techniques\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Additional Information\n PREREQUISITES \n\nNone\n\nEDUCATION LEVEL \n\nEntry-level\n\nHOW DO I KNOW IF I'M ALLOWED TO DRY NEEDLE? WHAT REQUIREMENTS DOES MY STATE HAVE? \nIn the United States\, only physical therapists (PT)\, medical doctors (MD)\, doctors of osteopathy (DO)\, and chiropractic physicians (DC) are allowed to perform dry needling. The ability for these providers to perform dry needling depends entirely on state. Please read the list below and reference the map to know if you are allowed to dry needle\, and what your requirements may be. These are the requirements for physical therapists. If you are a provider from another profession\, contact your state board or association to learn more. YOU ARE ULTIMATELY RESPONSIBLE TO KNOW THE LEGALITIES SURROUNDING DRY NEEDLING IN YOUR STATE AS WELL AS THE EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS NEEDED TO PERFORM DRY NEEDLING WITH PATIENTS. If you are unsure of your requirements or if you practice in multiple states\, contact your state association or board to clarify requirements. \nPlease note: our dry needling courses require pre-course homework & exams prior to the beginning of the first day of class. Course emails are sent 4 weeks ahead of class to give you time to complete this work. For this reason\, once you receive the course email with access to material\, a refund is no longer possible. You may transfer to another dry needling course instead. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPT Dry Needling Hours by State\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Welcome to the PT Dry Needling Requirements Guide\n This interactive resource helps physical therapists find out what each state requires before you can dry needle: minimum training hours\, any experience or supervised-session requirements\, and links to the licensing board where you apply. Search for your state below or click it on the map to see the details.\n \n Please note: This guide was created with the help of AI and may contain errors or out-of-date information. Dry needling rules change often. Always confirm the current requirements with your state's physical therapy licensing board before you begin dry needling. Last updated October 2026.\n \n \n\n \n Find a state\n \n \n Clear\n \n \n Pick a state to see its requirements and where to apply.\n \n\n \n \n \n Small states:\n \n \n \n \n Not allowed\n Allowed:\n No hour minimum\n 24–27 hrs\n 50–59 hrs\n 74–80 hrs\n 100+ hrs\n No ruling yet / pending\n \n \n\n \n All\n Has an hour minimum\n Requires experience or supervised sessions\n No hour minimum\n No ruling / pending\n Not allowed\n \n\n \n \n \n State ↕\n Min. hours ↕\n Course details\n Experience / supervised practice\n Other notes\n Where to apply\n \n \n \n No states match that search.\n \n\n \n How to read this. "Min. hours" is the smallest amount of formal dry needling instruction the state names. Where a state splits hours (general vs. dry-needling-specific\, didactic vs. practicum)\, the total is shown and the split is in the course details. Supervised patient sessions are listed separately because they are counted in sessions\, not hours.\n Links. Every state links to its physical therapy licensing board\, taken from the FSBPT licensing authority directory. Where the board publishes a dry needling page\, rule\, application or approved-course list\, that is linked too. Board sites move pages often\, so if a link breaks\, start from the board homepage.\n Confidence. Each state shows whether its figure was checked against the rule or statute text\, or comes from a secondary summary. Rules change\, so confirm with the state board before relying on a number.\n Sources: state statutes and rules for FL (§486.117 and 64B17-6.008)\, MD (COMAR 10.38.12.03)\, NJ Board of PT dry needling page\, WA HB 1039 final bill report\, IL Public Act 100-0418\, TN 1150-01-.22\, UT Code 58-24b-505 and R156-24b-505\, NV PT Board\, DE 2600-15.0\, IN Board practice ruling\, NC 21 NCAC 48C .0104\, NM 16.20.13 NMAC\, GA Board approval guide\, WY 062-7 §7-3\, LA LAC 46:LIV.311\, MS Board regulation\, AZ Board FAQ\, ID dry needling guidance (Feb 2026)\, KS K.A.R. 100-29-18\, SD ARSD 20:66:04:02\, NE 172 NAC 137-006\, DC policy statement\, VA 18VAC112-20-121\, OR HB 3824 (enrolled); plus summaries from Integrative Dry Needling\, PPHC (Jan 2026)\, Master Dry Needling and Myopain Seminars (Feb 2026). APTA's state map (updated July 2026) is behind a member login: APTA dry needling laws by state. URL:https://ptonice.com/courses-events/dry-needling-upper-body-anchorage-10-17-18-26/ LOCATION:Denali PT\, 3400 LaTouche St. STE 200\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99508 CATEGORIES:Dry Needling: Upper,Florida,In-Person Course ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ptonice.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/ICE-APP-COURSES-TAB-169-750-x-500-px-22-2.png GEO:61.189655;-149.8594479 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Denali PT 3400 LaTouche St. STE 200 Anchorage AK 99508;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3400 LaTouche St. STE 200:geo:-149.8594479,61.189655 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261019 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261215 DTSTAMP:20260924T004314Z CREATED:20250712T135152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T004314Z UID:10000796-1792368000-1797292799@ptonice.com SUMMARY:Pelvic Online Level 1 DESCRIPTION:Course Overview\n Pregnancy\, Postpartum\, Menopause\nPelvic floor complaints are grossly underdiagnosed and therefore often time mismanaged. We see sharp increases in rates of pelvic floor dysfunction in women/ females during key milestones in their lives including pregnancy\, postpartum and menopause; we also see significant increases around middle-age for men / males. That means whether you consider yourself a pelvic floor therapist\, you are working with people who are experiencing pelvic floor complaints. The primary objective of this continuing education course is to equip clinicians with a comprehensive understanding of pelvic floor anatomy and physiology\, while also addressing the unique considerations and challenges that arise across the female lifespan\, including menstrual cycle phases\, pregnancy\, postpartum\, menopause\, and sport-related pelvic floor dysfunction (resistance\, aerobic\, and body weight training). \nThe continuing education course starts with an introduction to the pelvic floor before transitioning into exploring pelvic floor complaints across the female lifespan. These include changes in physiology during the menstrual cycle\, pregnancy\, postpartum and menopause with considerations to common musculoskeletal complaints and exercise considerations for each phase. The course then shifts to navigating pelvic floor complaints across different types of exercise.  Through online learning\, community discussion\, and weekly meetings the instructors will interact with the cohort as students attend meetings and submit quizzes based on cases from the week’s material. The live meeting sessions will give students the unique ability to ask questions of the instructors\, go through case examples and discuss the considerations and issues that may arise with this population. \n \nPelvic Floor Course\nYou do not need to be\, or aim to be\, an internal pelvic floor therapist to take this course. This continuing education course will cover pelvic floor anatomy\, introduce pelvic floor assessment concepts and give you the tools to know when to refer to internal pelvic floor clinician. All clinicians need a working knowledge of the pelvic floor. \nThis is an 8-week ONLINE continuing education course. All content (videos\, resources\, etc.) is delivered through our online learning platform with discussion facilitated through the ICE Physio App. \nLive video conference calls take place weekly to discuss content and dive deeper into the material. These meetings take place on Thursdays at 7 PM EST and are recorded if you cannot attend live. While live attendance is optional\, you will be responsible for viewing the recording afterwards as you will be assessed on the content discussed. \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule\n \nWeek One\nPelvic floor dysfunction \nWeek Two\nThe menstrual cycle and relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S) \nWeek Three\nPregnancy physiology\, pregnant-related complications\, and the evidence for exercise \nWeek Four\nEarly postpartum care \n\n\nWeek Five\nMenopause and the active individual \nWeek Six\nPelvic floor considerations for resistance training \nWeek Seven\nPelvic floor considerations for bodyweight movements (Yoga\, Pilates\, gymnastics\, and calisthenics) \nWeek Eight\nPelvic floor considerations for impact (Running\, jumping\, "boot camp"\, and sport \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Objectives\n \nMaster pelvic floor anatomy and physiology.\nRecognize menstrual cycle phases and sex hormones and their athletic performance impact.\nUnderstand exercise physiology\, including pregnancy-related complications and the use of exercise for management.\nProvide early postpartum care for core and pelvic floor.\nGain understanding of the menopausal effects on female health\, exercise\, and genitourinary syndrome.\nIntegrate core and pelvic floor considerations for bodyweight exercises like gymnastics\, calisthenics\, and yoga.\nTreat pelvic floor dysfunction in endurance athletes (e.g.\, runners) and strength training athletes (e.g.\, weightlifters\, high intensity exercisers).\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Additional Information\n PREREQUISITES \n\nNone\n\nEDUCATION LEVEL \n\nEntry-level URL:https://ptonice.com/courses-events/ice-pelvic-l1-online-4/ LOCATION:Online\, DC CATEGORIES:ICE Pelvic L1 Online,Online Course ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ptonice.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/ICE-APP-COURSES-TAB-169-750-x-500-px-1.png GEO:38.9644164;-77.0757202 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261020 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261216 DTSTAMP:20260924T004026Z CREATED:20240701T101232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T004026Z UID:10000537-1792454400-1797379199@ptonice.com SUMMARY:Brick By Brick DESCRIPTION:Course Overview\n \nWhat is Brick By Brick?\nThis 8-week\, online course is designed for clinicians to learn and begin the necessary steps to found their own clinical practice. The aim of this course is to teach clinicians that beginning their own practice is not as daunting as they may believe\, with many tasks being relatively cheap (or free!)\, electronic\, and fast in a manner that does not require paid services such as LegalZoom to accomplish. Students will learn the fundamental\, legal steps necessary to begin a business such as drafting articles of incorporation\, obtaining a federal employer identification number\, and applying for national provider identification numbers. \n\n\n \n\nThe class will also provide a broad overview of payment models in the profession of physical therapy\, including the various types of insurance\, cash-based physical therapy\, and the emerging business model of hybrid practice. Sessions will be provided specifically on national\, state\, and regional level payors in order to help students make informed decisions to enroll/credential with those insurances (or not). An extremely detailed lesson on Medicare will be provided\, including details on Medicare reimbursement\, credentialing/enrollment\, and “Do’s & Don’t’s” regarding accepting cash from patients who utilize federally provided insurances like Medicare\, Medicaid\, TriCare\, etc. End-stage sessions of the course will focus on helping students who may be ready to consider beginning independent practice\, including discussing necessary clinic “front-end” and “back-end” items needed to officially open for business. The ultimate goal of this course is to prepare clinicians to begin their own practice in an approachable manner that keeps them accountable to stay on track to complete the tasks necessary to begin their business in a time-sensitive manner\, while also being able to earn CEUs towards relicensure. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Format\n Learn How to Start Your Own Physical Therapy Practice\nAll content (videos\, resources\, etc.) is delivered through our online learning platform\, the ICE Physio App. \nLive video conference calls take place weekly to discuss content and dive deeper into the material. These meetings take place on Tuesdays at 8 PM EST and are recorded if you cannot attend live. While live attendance is optional\, you will be responsible for viewing the recording afterwards as you will be assessed on the content discussed. \nStudents can expect to need to dedicate 2 hours per week to class between lecture & homework. \n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule\n \nWeek 1 - Incorporation \n\nIncorporation & different corporation classifications\nCorporate taxation differences\nApplying for incorporation\n\nWeek 2 - Federal employer identification numbers (FEIN) \n\nFEIN vs. SSN for business identification\nApplying for a FEIN through the IRS\nEmployee payment models: W2 vs. 1099\n\nWeek 3 - National provider identifiers (NPI) \n\nNational provider identification number types\nObtaining a Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Identity & Access (I&A) Management account\nObtaining a National Plan & Provider Enumeration System (NPPES) account\nApplying for Type 1 & Type 2 NPI number identifiers\n\nWeek 4 - Physical therapy payment models \n\nPPO insurance\nHMO insurance\nWorker’s Compensation insurance\nAutomobile insurance\nFederal insurance\nIn-network vs. cash-based vs. hybrid practice\nMid-term exam\n\n\n\nWeek 5 - Insurance credentialing \n\nCAQH\nInsurance enrollment/provider credentialing\nSuperbills (cash-based practice)\n\nWeek 6 - Medicare & Medicare enrollment \n\nMedicare billing requirements\nMedicare facility requirements\nMedicare enrollment\n\nWeek 7 - Clinic necessities \n\nCommercial real estate\nClinic front-end\nClinic back-end\nFinancing a renovation\n\nWeek 8 - Putting it all together \n\nBudgeting\nBookkeeping/Accounting\nTaxes\nFinal course checklist\nFinal exam\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Objectives\n \nStudents will learn & understand the different types of incorporation\, draft articles of incorporation relevant to their future practice goals\, and submit to their state for approval\nStudents will learn & understand the importance of using federal employer identification numbers in business\, applying for and obtaining a FEIN from the Internal Revenue Service\nStudents will learn and understand the different types of national provider identification numbers\, applying for and obtaining both Type 1 & Type 2 NPI numbers\nStudents will learn and understand the differences between PPO & HMO insurance\, fee-for-service & flat rate reimbursement\, commercial & federal insurers\, and the differences between in-network practice\, cash-based practice\, and hybrid practice\nStudents will learn & understand the process for both commercial & federal insurance credentialing/enrollment\, including Medicare\nStudents will learn and understand the differences between commercial real estate classes and necessary physical & digital needs for clinic practice\nStudents will learn and understand the basics of practice management including budgeting\, bookkeeping/accounting\, and taxes\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Testimonials\n "This is very beneficial for any therapist considering opening their own practice. It provides instruction on establishing an LLC\, FEIN\, NPI\, education about and registering for private insurance and Medicare\, front end/back end\, marketing\, and a basic understanding of taxes and budgeting. Without this course\, I would have been required to learn the hard way about all of the requirements for opening a new physical therapy clinic and I'm sure I would have inevitably failed. After this course\, I have a new understanding of the level of commitment and risk required to open my own practice. If I do open my own practice\, and if I am successful\, I owe a huge debt of gratitude to Alan Fredendall."\n- K.B. from Florida \n"Brick by Brick is a top-notch course. It walks through a straightforward curriculum that provides a detailed plan geared toward opening up a clinic in an efficient timeframe. Alan is a fantastic instructor who is a well of knowledge. During the weekly live meetings\, there’s a lot of time and opportunity to clarify questions and discuss concerns. I’m very glad I took the time to utilize this course and I feel much more prepared to move forward with going out on my own. Thank you ICE!"\n- E.H. from Georgia \n"I have taken business & practice management courses in the past that cost thousands of dollars and learned 10x more in this course that cost a fraction of the others. It gave me actionable steps to actually start treating patients on my own and made me feel confident that I can do it myself. Highly recommended for anyone considering starting a practice!"\n- L.A. from Illinois \n"This course has provided a lot of valuable information that can be accessed at any time as I begin my business. I love how Alan brings in his own personal experiences and is really interested in everyone moving towards their goals."\n- G.R. from Anguilla \n \n \n \n \n \n Additional Information\n \nPREREQUISITES \n\nNone\n\nEDUCATION LEVEL \n\nEntry-level\n\n\n\nPlease Note\nOur online courses require active participation to be awarded credit which may include reading\, homework assignments\, and quizzes. We do not allow students to “drop back” to preceding cohorts due to inability to complete work assigned except under extraordinary circumstances. ICE Physio faculty have the final decision in allowing a “drop back” but students are only allowed one “drop back” per course. Failure to complete the course on your 2nd attempt will not yield CEU credit. URL:https://ptonice.com/courses-events/brick-by-brick-4/ LOCATION:Online\, DC CATEGORIES:Brick By Brick,Online Course ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ptonice.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/ICE-APP-COURSES-TAB-169-750-x-500-px-14.png GEO:38.9644164;-77.0757202 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261021 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261216 DTSTAMP:20260924T003939Z CREATED:20251028T225201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T003939Z UID:10000882-1792540800-1797379199@ptonice.com SUMMARY:Older Adult: L1 Online DESCRIPTION:Course Overview\n \nPhysical Therapy for Older Adults\nThis online course is designed for rehabilitation & fitness professionals who want to elevate their skill set in the management of older adults. The size of this population is growing rapidly\, unfortunately the desire to manage them with cutting edge evidence guided treatment has lagged well behind. Too often we see our older adults getting under treated\, both with exercise and manual therapy\, apparently as a consequence of both fear and ignorance. \nTake a deep dive into exploring misconceptions and laying out a clear\, current best evidence pathway to enable our older adults to not only survive but to thrive. A special emphasis is placed on progressive functional fitness in this population. \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Format\n \n8 weeks long - 2 hours/week commitment\nLifetime access to course & online community\nWeekly assignments & video conference calls to discuss patient cases & student questions\n\nLive video conference calls take place weekly to discuss content and dive deeper into the material. These meetings take place on Wednesdays at 7 PM EST and are recorded if you cannot attend live. While live attendance is optional\, you will be responsible for viewing the recording afterwards as you will be assessed on the content discussed.\nOur online courses require active participation to be awarded credit which may include reading\, homework assignments\, and quizzes. We do not allow students to “drop back” to preceding cohorts due to inability to complete work assigned except under extraordinary circumstances. ICE Physio faculty have the final decision in allowing a “drop back” but students are only allowed one “drop back” per course. Failure to complete the course on your 2nd attempt will not yield CEU credit. All courses allow for a 7 day grace period after course conclusion to receive CEU credit.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule\n \nWeek OneTruth of aging \nWeek TwoPower of perspective: transforming aging through belief \n\n\nWeek ThreeExercise prescription 1: building the foundation for optimal outcomes \nWeek FourExercise prescription 2: applying recommended guidelines \nWeek FiveExercise prescription 3: how to program \n\n\nWeek SixRisk to resilience: mastering falls prevention \nWeek SevenWhole-person care: addressing psychosocial needs \nWeek EightPractical approaches to promoting wellness \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Objectives\n \nIdentify Ageism in our society\, our professions\, & our communities based on observation.\nDescribe how beliefs\, expectations\, and stereotypes of aging impact older adults’ lives.\nDescribe physiological processes that occur during healthy aging as well as with the development of clinical geriatric syndromes such as frailty and sarcopenia.\nDesign a thorough examination process for older adults that is modifiable based on patient characteristics.\nSelect appropriate and effective functional measures for patients that assess occupation performance.\nImplement functional measures in order to build therapeutic alliance.\nDefine evidence-based\, exercise prescription principles to ensure proper dosage.\nDesign appropriately-dosed exercise programs including progressions and regressions to obtain the intended outcomes that impact functional independence and occupation performance.\nDevelop plans of care to address major contributors to the risk of falling in older adults.\nDesign evidence-based fall prevention programs to obtain the intended outcome for clients.\nIdentify how fear of falling and chronic pain can impact performance and outcomes in older adults.\nDesign exercise strategies to manage\, minimize\, or reduce fear and persistent pain in the older adult population.\nImplement the Squat\, Deadlift\, and Floor Transfer activities with strategies to progress and modify.\nDesign appropriately-dosed exercise programs including progressions and regressions to obtain the intended outcomes that impact functional independence and occupation performance.\nExecute effective strategies to positively influence lifestyle behaviors that promote health in older adults.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Additional Information\n \nPREREQUISITES \n\nNone\n\nEDUCATION LEVEL \n\nEntry-level\n\n\n\n\nOlder Adult L1 is one of three courses required to become an ICE Physio Certified Specialist in Older Adults. Becoming an ICE Certified Specialist helps you become THE provider of choice in your community for older adults. Find out more here. \n\n\nThe Institute of Clinical Excellence is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# 03093. This Distance Learning-Interactive course is offered at 16 CEUs for OT Service Delivery & Foundational Knowledge. AOTA does not endorse specific course content\, products\, or clinical procedures. URL:https://ptonice.com/courses-events/modern-management-of-the-older-adult-l1-online-4/ LOCATION:Online\, DC CATEGORIES:Older Adult L1,Online Course ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ptonice.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Website-OA-L1.jpg GEO:38.9644164;-77.0757202 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261023T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261025T180000 DTSTAMP:20260924T152838Z CREATED:20250807T180605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T152838Z UID:10000832-1792742400-1792951200@ptonice.com SUMMARY:Dry Needling: Lower Body DESCRIPTION:Course Overview\n \nDry Needling Certification\nLower Quadrant Dry Needling by ICE Physio brings a modern approach to dry needling education with contemporary methods and tactical e-stim applications for the lower quadrant. This weekend lab intensive course will initially focus on safe and effective dry needling technique for the thoraco-lumbar spine\, hip\, anterior and posterior thigh\, and lower leg; and then highlight strategic e-stim applications for common lower quadrant conditions. Quickly become a confident and proficient dry needling practitioner equipped with the tools\, training\, and knowledge to help your patients with everything from pain relief\, to improved function and mobility\, to athlete recovery. \n\n\n \n\nParticipants will also have access to pre-course lecture content including an introduction to dry needling\, safety standards\, current research-based rationale of therapeutic mechanisms\, and advocacy; as well as video demonstration prep materials for the lab intensive component. \nWHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE 2-DAY AND 3-DAY COURSE? \nDepending on your state\, you may be required to have at least 27 hours of in-person dry needling training before you are legally allowed to perform techniques in clinic. We hold the 3-day version of our course in states that have a higher contact hour requirements. You may elect to attend a 2-day course held in another state\, but you are ultimately responsible to ensure you have the mandatory minimum amount of training to use dry needling in the clinic. \n2-day courses are approved for 27 hours (Two\, nine-hour days in-person and 9 hours of online content). \n3-day courses are approved for 36 hours (Three\, nine-hour days in-person and 9 hours of online content). \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 3-Day Course Itinerary\n \nDAY ONE \n8:00am - 8:15am Welcome \n8:15am - 8:45amIntro to DN lecture \n8:45am - 9:30amDN basics lab \n9:30am - 9:45amDN safety lecture \n9:45am - 12:00pmAnterior thigh lecture & lab \n12:00pm - 1:00pmLUNCH \n1:00pm - 3:00pmAnterior hip lecture & lab \n3:00pm - 6:00pmPosterior thigh lecture & lab \n\n\nDAY TWO \n8:00am - 8:15amWelcome back!/Q&A \n8:15am - 9:15amRound robin review \n9:15am - 9:30amE-stim for pain modulation lecture \n9:30am - 11:00amLower leg: part 1 lecture & lab \n11:00am - 12:00pmLowr leg: part 2 lecture & lab \n12:00pm - 1:00pmLUNCH \n1:00pm - 3:00pmLower spine lecture & lab \n3:00pm - 6:00pmPosterior hip lecture & lab \n\n\nDAY THREE \n8:00am - 8:15amWelcome back!/Q&A \n8:15am - 9:15amRound robin review \n9:15am - 10:30amFoot lecture & lab \n10:30am - 10:45amE-stim for neuromuscular changes \n10:45am - 11:30amNeuromuscular stimulation lab \n11:30am - 12:00pmCompetency check \n12:00pm - 1:00pmLUNCH \n1:00pm - 3:00pmAlternative positions lab \n3:00pm - 3:15pmE-stim for fluid dynamics \n3:15pm - 4:15pmRecovery lab \n4:15pm - 6:00pmClinical chat & wrap-up \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 2-Day Course Itinerary\n \nDAY ONE \n\n8:00am - 8:15am Welcome \n8:15am - 8:45amIntro to DN lecture \n8:45am - 9:30amDN basics lab \n9:30am - 9:45amDN safety lecture \n9:45am - 11:30amAnterior thigh lecture & lab \n\n\n11:30am - 12:00pmAnterior hip lecture \n12:00pm - 1:00pmLUNCH \n1:00pm - 2:30pmAnterior hip lab \n2:30pm - 4:00pmPosterior thigh lecture & lab \n4:00pm - 6:00pmLower leg lecture & lab \n\n\n\nDAY TWO \n\n8:00am - 8:15amWelcome back!/Q&A \n8:15am - 9:15amRound robin review \n9:15am - 9:30amE-stim for pain modulation \n9:30am - 10:30amPosterior hip lecture & lab \n10:30am - 12:00pmLower spine lecture & lab \n12:00pm - 1:00pmLUNCH \n1:00pm - 1:15pmE-stim for neuromuscular changes \n\n\n1:15pm - 1:45pmNeuromuscular stimulation lab \n1:45pm - 2:30pm Competency check \n2:30pm - 3:30pm Alternative positions lab \n3:30pm - 3:45pm E-stim for fluid dynamics \n3:45pm - 4:45pm Recovery lab \n4:45pm - 6:00pmClinical chat & wrap-up \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Objectives\n \nExamine how our updated\, research-based understanding of dry needling mechanisms fit into pathomechanistic models of function\, pain\, and rehab\nExamine research trends associated with dry needling from early use to current state\nInvestigate some of the research-based treatment effects of dry needling in the context of targeted and specific treatment intent\nIdentify contraindications and precautions along associated with dry needling for the lower quarter\nIdentify relevant lower quarter myofascial and neurovascular anatomy associated with proper and effective application of dry needling\nDiscuss minor and major adverse events associated with dry needling and strategies to manage\, mitigate\, and minimize these risks with proper dry needling technique\nDiscuss and execute clean needle handling associated with dry needling techniques\nDemonstrate safe and effective dry needling techniques to specified lower quarter anatomical tissue targets\nDemonstrate strategic and effective execution of indwelling electrical stimulation circuits for the clinical management of lower quarter conditions\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Additional Information\n PREREQUISITES \n\nNone\n\nEDUCATION LEVEL \n\nEntry-level\n\nHOW DO I KNOW IF I'M ALLOWED TO DRY NEEDLE? WHAT REQUIREMENTS DOES MY STATE HAVE? \nIn the United States\, only physical therapists (PT)\, medical doctors (MD)\, doctors of osteopathy (DO)\, and chiropractic physicians (DC) are allowed to perform dry needling. The ability for these providers to perform dry needling depends entirely on state. Please read the list below and reference the map to know if you are allowed to dry needle\, and what your requirements may be. These are the requirements for physical therapists. If you are a provider from another profession\, contact your state board or association to learn more. YOU ARE ULTIMATELY RESPONSIBLE TO KNOW THE LEGALITIES SURROUNDING DRY NEEDLING IN YOUR STATE AS WELL AS THE EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS NEEDED TO PERFORM DRY NEEDLING WITH PATIENTS. If you are unsure of your requirements or if you practice in multiple states\, contact your state association or board to clarify requirements. \nPlease note: our dry needling courses require pre-course homework & exams prior to the beginning of the first day of class. Course emails are sent 4 weeks ahead of class to give you time to complete this work. For this reason\, once you receive the course email with access to material\, a refund is no longer possible. You may transfer to another dry needling course instead. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPT Dry Needling Hours by State\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Welcome to the PT Dry Needling Requirements Guide\n This interactive resource helps physical therapists find out what each state requires before you can dry needle: minimum training hours\, any experience or supervised-session requirements\, and links to the licensing board where you apply. Search for your state below or click it on the map to see the details.\n \n Please note: This guide was created with the help of AI and may contain errors or out-of-date information. Dry needling rules change often. Always confirm the current requirements with your state's physical therapy licensing board before you begin dry needling. Last updated October 2026.\n \n \n\n \n Find a state\n \n \n Clear\n \n \n Pick a state to see its requirements and where to apply.\n \n\n \n \n \n Small states:\n \n \n \n \n Not allowed\n Allowed:\n No hour minimum\n 24–27 hrs\n 50–59 hrs\n 74–80 hrs\n 100+ hrs\n No ruling yet / pending\n \n \n\n \n All\n Has an hour minimum\n Requires experience or supervised sessions\n No hour minimum\n No ruling / pending\n Not allowed\n \n\n \n \n \n State ↕\n Min. hours ↕\n Course details\n Experience / supervised practice\n Other notes\n Where to apply\n \n \n \n No states match that search.\n \n\n \n How to read this. "Min. hours" is the smallest amount of formal dry needling instruction the state names. Where a state splits hours (general vs. dry-needling-specific\, didactic vs. practicum)\, the total is shown and the split is in the course details. Supervised patient sessions are listed separately because they are counted in sessions\, not hours.\n Links. Every state links to its physical therapy licensing board\, taken from the FSBPT licensing authority directory. Where the board publishes a dry needling page\, rule\, application or approved-course list\, that is linked too. Board sites move pages often\, so if a link breaks\, start from the board homepage.\n Confidence. Each state shows whether its figure was checked against the rule or statute text\, or comes from a secondary summary. Rules change\, so confirm with the state board before relying on a number.\n Sources: state statutes and rules for FL (§486.117 and 64B17-6.008)\, MD (COMAR 10.38.12.03)\, NJ Board of PT dry needling page\, WA HB 1039 final bill report\, IL Public Act 100-0418\, TN 1150-01-.22\, UT Code 58-24b-505 and R156-24b-505\, NV PT Board\, DE 2600-15.0\, IN Board practice ruling\, NC 21 NCAC 48C .0104\, NM 16.20.13 NMAC\, GA Board approval guide\, WY 062-7 §7-3\, LA LAC 46:LIV.311\, MS Board regulation\, AZ Board FAQ\, ID dry needling guidance (Feb 2026)\, KS K.A.R. 100-29-18\, SD ARSD 20:66:04:02\, NE 172 NAC 137-006\, DC policy statement\, VA 18VAC112-20-121\, OR HB 3824 (enrolled); plus summaries from Integrative Dry Needling\, PPHC (Jan 2026)\, Master Dry Needling and Myopain Seminars (Feb 2026). APTA's state map (updated July 2026) is behind a member login: APTA dry needling laws by state. URL:https://ptonice.com/courses-events/dry-needling-lower-body-seattle-10-23-25-26/ LOCATION:GO PT – Queen Anne\, 101 Nickerson St\, Suite #130\, Seattle\, WA\, 98109\, United States CATEGORIES:Dry Needling: Lower,In-Person Course ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ptonice.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/ICE-APP-COURSES-TAB-169-750-x-500-px-25.png GEO:47.6197739;-122.3305828 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=GO PT – Queen Anne 101 Nickerson St Suite #130 Seattle WA 98109 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=101 Nickerson St\, Suite #130:geo:-122.3305828,47.6197739 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261024T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261025T170000 DTSTAMP:20260923T201501Z CREATED:20250715T233201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T201501Z UID:10000804-1792828800-1792947600@ptonice.com SUMMARY:Cervical Spine: Manual Therapy Management DESCRIPTION:Course Overview\n \nManual Therapy Certification for Physical Therapy\nThis course will cover current best evidence in the physical therapy management of neck pain. Laboratory sessions will focus on the safe and effective delivery of thrust and non-thrust manipulation to the cervical spine\, cervicothoracic spine\, and upper ribs. \nAdditional labs will cover evaluation and treatment of the thoracic spine\, management of cervical radiculopathy\, upper cervical thrust manipulation/mobilization\, and progressive exercise concepts with particular emphasis on performance and incorporation of the overhead press. Mobility and motor control exercises will be included to complement the manual therapy techniques. \n\n\n\n\nLecture material will summarize the developing body of literature regarding the subgrouping of cervical spine patients\, differential diagnosis of cervical conditions\, safety of manipulation\, treatment of cervicogenic headaches\, and cervical spine examination based on clinical practice guidelines. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule\n \nDAY ONE \n\n8:00am - 10:00amSubjective Exam and Clinical Reasoning \n10:00am - 11:15amCervical Examination and Lab \n11:15am - 12:00pmMid Cervical HVLAT Lab \n12:00pm - 1:00pmLunch \n1:00pm - 2:00pmCervical HVLAT and Safety \n2:00pm - 2:30pmLower Cervical HVLAT Lab \n\n\n2:30pm - 3:00pmSubgrouping and Manual Therapy \n3:00pm - 3:30pmCervical Non Thrust Mobilization \n3:30pm - 4:00pmThoracic Screen: Mobility or Stability? \n4:00pm - 4:30pmMid Thoracic Mobilization Lab \n4:30pm - 5:00pmRound Robin / Student Demonstration / Q&A \n\n\n\nDAY TWO \n\n8:00am - 9:00amQ&A / Specificity / Cavitation / Exploration of Mechanisms \n9:00am - 9:30amUpper Thoracic / Rib HVLAT Lab \n9:30am - 10:30amHeadache Subgrouping and Treatment \n10:30am - 11:00amInstability testing / CN test \n11:00am - 12:00pmUpper Cervical HVLAT Lab \n12:00pm - 12:30pmStudent Demonstration Lab \n\n\n12:30pm - 1:30pmLunch \n1:30pm - 2:30pmExercise Progressions / Overhead Press \n2:30pm - 3:30pmManaging Neck Related Arm Symptoms \n3:30pm - 4:00pmCervicothoracic Junction HVLAT Lab \n4:00pm - 5:00pmRound Robin Lab \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Objectives\n \nUnderstand the risk factors associated with spinal manipulation and be able to screen patients properly using a thorough history and targeted physical examination\nUnderstand the strengths and limitations of current objective tests for vascular insufficiency in the cervical spine\nPerform a thorough objective examination using clinical practice guidelines and current best evidence to determine which data to collect\nDemonstrate an excellent understanding of current best evidence in regards to manual therapy\, thrust and non-thrust joint mobilization techniques in the treatment of patients with neck pain.\nDemonstrate proper technique with cervical mobilization and thrust manipulation to the cervical and thoracic spine\nDemonstrate proper technique with all cervical and thoracic mobility exercises and their home exercise counter parts\nPerform upper cervical ligament integrity testing\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Additional Information\n PREREQUISITES \n\nNone\n\nEDUCATION LEVEL \n\nEntry-level URL:https://ptonice.com/courses-events/cervical-spine-manual-therapy-management-burlington-10-24-25-26/ LOCATION:CrossFit Surge\, 11 Cadillac Rd.\, Burlington\, NJ\, 08016\, United States CATEGORIES:Cervical Spine,In-Person Course,New Jersey ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ptonice.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/ICE-APP-COURSES-TAB-169-750-x-500-px-18.png GEO:40.0504596;-74.8365945 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=CrossFit Surge 11 Cadillac Rd. Burlington NJ 08016 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=11 Cadillac Rd.:geo:-74.8365945,40.0504596 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261024T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261025T170000 DTSTAMP:20260923T235951Z CREATED:20260317T142919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T235951Z UID:10000942-1792828800-1792947600@ptonice.com SUMMARY:Total Spine Thrust Manipulation DESCRIPTION:Course Overview\n \nThrust Manipulation Physical Therapy Course\nThis course will cover current best evidence in the use of thrust manipulation to treat common clinical syndromes. Laboratory sessions will focus on the safe and effective delivery of thrust manipulations to the lumbar spine\, sacroiliac joint\, thoracic spine\, and cervical spine. Lecture material will focus on the developing body of literature regarding safety of thrust manipulation\, clinical examination\, the use of thrust manipulations with commonly treated patient presentations\, and where manipulation fits into the overall plan of care. \nPatient presentations include (but not limited to): \n\nCervicogenic headaches\nAcute and chronic neck pain\nMechanical low back pain\nNeck related arm pain\nBack related leg pain\nSacroiliac joint dysfunction.\n\n\n\n \n\nAdditional lectures will cover the neurophysiological effects of manipulation and the importance of a fitness forward approach to patient care. \nStudent to faculty ratio: 15:1 (maximum of 15 students to 1 faculty). \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule\n \nDAY ONE \n\n8:00am - 9:30amClinical Reasoning and Cervical Exam \n9:30am - 10:00amLab: Cervical Exam \n10:00am - 11:00amLab: Mid Cervical HVLAT \n11:00am - 12:00pmLab: Supine Thoracic and Supine Rib HVLAT \n12:00pm - 1:00pmLUNCH \n1:00pm - 1:30pmSafety Review / Exam \n\n\n1:30pm - 2:00pmLab: Prone CTJ HVLAT \n2:00pm - 3:00pmCervical and Thoracic Evidence Review \n3:00pm - 3:30pmLab: Prone Thoracic and Ribs HVLAT \n3:30pm - 4:15pmLab: Lower Thoracic and TLJ HVLAT \n4:15pm - 5:00pmRound Robin and Q&A \n\n\n\nDAY TWO \n\n8:00am - 8:30amQ&A / Lab: Cervical HVLAT Review \n8:30am - 9:30amLumbar Exam and Evidence Review \n9:30am - 10:30amLab: Lumbar HVLAT \n10:30am - 11:00amEvaluation and Treatment of Headaches \n11:00am - 12:00pmLab: Upper Cervical HVLAT \n12:00pm - 1:00pmLUNCH \n\n\n1:00pm - 1:30pmLab: Lower Cervical HVLAT \n1:30pm - 2:30pmNeurophysiology of Thrust Manipulation & Fitness Forward PT \n2:30pm - 3:00pmLab: OA HVLAT \n3:00pm - 3:30pmSIJ Exam \n3:30pm - 4:00pmLab: SIJ HVLAT \n4:00pm - 5:00pmQ&A / Round Robin \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Objectives\n \nUnderstand the risk factors associated with spinal manipulation and be able to screen patients properly using a thorough history and targeted physical examination\nLearn the indications and contra-indications for thrust manipulation in all regions of the spine\nApply the best available research to the clinical decision making for thrust manipulation in various patient presentations\nUnderstand the physiology of thrust manipulation and its value in the border plan of care for patients\nDemonstrate safe and effective thrust manipulation skills to all levels of the spine\nLeave with the confidence and skills necessary to integrate these techniques into practice immediately\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Additional Information\n PREREQUISITES \n\nNone\n\nEDUCATION LEVEL \n\nEntry-level URL:https://ptonice.com/courses-events/total-spine-thrust-manipulation-buford-10-24-25-26/ LOCATION:Onward Atlanta – Buford\, 554 West Main Street Suite 1400\, Buford\, GA\, 30518\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person Course,Total Spine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ptonice.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/ICE-APP-COURSES-TAB-169-750-x-500-px-6.png GEO:34.1151352;-84.0116491 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Onward Atlanta – Buford 554 West Main Street Suite 1400 Buford GA 30518 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=554 West Main Street Suite 1400:geo:-84.0116491,34.1151352 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261024T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261025T170000 DTSTAMP:20260923T211836Z CREATED:20260429T131446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T211836Z UID:10000954-1792828800-1792947600@ptonice.com SUMMARY:Older Adult: Live DESCRIPTION:Course Overview\n \nOlder Adult Live\nDesigned for rehabilitation and fitness professionals who want to elevate their skill set in the management of older adults. The size of this population is growing rapidly\, unfortunately the desire to manage them with cutting edge evidence guided treatment has lagged well behind. Too often we see our older adults getting under treated\, both with exercise and manual therapy\, apparently as a consequence of both fear and ignorance. \nTake a deep dive into exploring myths and misconceptions of aging while laying out a clear current best evidence pathway to enable our older adults to not only survive but to thrive. A special emphasis is placed on progressive functional fitness in this population to stave off functional decline. \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule\n \nDAY ONE \n\n8:00am - 9:00amScience of aging \n9:00am - 11:00amOutcome measures lab \n11:00am - 12:00pmIntroducing exercise \n12:00pm - 1:00pmLUNCH \n\n\n1:00pm - 2:00pmCarries lab \n2:00pm - 3:00pmDeadlift lab \n3:00pm - 4:00pmUpper extremity push/pull lab \n4:00pm - 5:00pmSquat lab \n5:00pm - 6:00pmWorkout then Dinner \n\n\n\nDAY TWO \n\n8:00am - 9:00amFalls prevention \n9:00am - 10:30amBalance training lab \n10:30am - 12:00pmFalls preparedness lab \n12:00pm - 1:00pmLUNCH \n\n\n1:00pm - 2:00pmPower training lab \n2:00pm - 3:00pmImpact training lab \n3:00pm - 4:00pmTechniques review \n4:00pm - 5:00pmOlder Adult live skills test \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Objectives\n \nDescribe physiological processes that happen during healthy aging as well as with the development of clinical geriatric syndromes such as frailty and sarcopenia.\nDevelop a thorough examination process with functional measures that are tailored for your patients.\nPrescribe\, modify and scale functional\, multi-joint exercises for older persons who are healthy community-dwelling older adults or complex clients with multi-morbidities.\nDesign appropriately-dosed exercise programs including progressions and regressions to obtain the intended outcome for your client who is older whether you’re in the home health setting or working with the Masters athlete.\nDesign evidence-based fall prevention programs to obtain the intended outcome for your clients.\nDesign and execute effective falls landing training with clients across the continuum of care.\nDevelop strategies to manage\, minimize\, or reduce fear in the older adult population.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Additional Information\n \nPREREQUISITES \n\nNone\n\nEDUCATION LEVEL \n\nEntry-level\n\n\n\n\nOlder Adult Live is one of three courses required to become an ICE Certified Specialist in Older Adults. Becoming an ICE Certified Specialist helps you become THE provider of choice in your community for older adults. Find out more here. \n\n\nThe Institute of Clinical Excellence is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# 03093. This Distance Learning-Interactive course is offered at 16 CEUs for OT Service Delivery & Foundational Knowledge. AOTA does not endorse specific course content\, products\, or clinical procedures. URL:https://ptonice.com/courses-events/older-adult-live-chester-10-24-25-26/ LOCATION:Aging Stronger Kent Island\, 2134 Didonato Drive\, Chester\, MD\, 21619\, United States CATEGORIES:In-Person Course,Older Adult Live ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ptonice.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Website-OA-Live.jpg GEO:38.9720155;-76.2683669 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Aging Stronger Kent Island 2134 Didonato Drive Chester MD 21619 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2134 Didonato Drive:geo:-76.2683669,38.9720155 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261024T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261025T170000 DTSTAMP:20260924T001708Z CREATED:20260701T174134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T001708Z UID:10001002-1792828800-1792947600@ptonice.com SUMMARY:Pelvic Live: Female DESCRIPTION:Course Overview\n Pregnancy and Postpartum PT Course\nThis live two-day continuing education course will teach participants how to appropriately treat and manage common pelvic floor dysfunctions like stress urinary incontinence\, pelvic organ prolapse\, pelvic girdle pain\, and diastasis recti. You'll gain confidence in the pelvic floor assessment\, and rehabilitation and obstetrical providers (physical therapists\, occupational therapists\, midwives\, chiropractors\, etc.) will have a solid framework for rehabilitation\, from early therapeutic fundamentals (core and pelvic floor) to running and lifting symptom-free. \nThis continuing education course will be structured in lectures and labs that will teach you basic pelvic floor internal intra-vaginal techniques in supine and standing\, pelvic floor anatomy\, common pelvic floor issues in active individuals and planning treatment to get them back to the activities they love! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule\n \nDAY ONE \n\n8:00am - 9:30amLecture: Introduction to pelvic floor dysfunction \n9:30am - 10:30amLab: External pelvic floor assessment \n10:30am - 1:00pmLab: Pelvic floor internal and standing exams OR alternative assignment \n1:00pm - 2:00pmLunch \n\n\n2:00pm - 3:00pmLecture: Barbell training and the pelvic floor \n3:00pm - 4:00pmLab: Heavy lifting and the pelvic floor \n4:00 - 4:30pmRound robin: review of concepts \n\n\n\nDAY TWO \n\n8:00am - 8:45amLecture: diastasis recti and issues of the core \n8:45 - 9:45amLab: assessment & treatment of C-section scars and early diastasis management \n9:45 - 10:30 amLab: Load and length to strengthen the core in different planes \n10:30am - 11:15amLecture: Return to gymnastics postpartum \n11:15am - 12:30pmLecture/lab: pelvic girdle pain in pregnancy \n\n\n12:30 - 1:30pmLunch \n1:30pm - 2:30pmLecture: return to endurance \n2:30 - 3:45pmLab: endurance and impact \n3:45 - 4:15 pmRound robin \n4:15pm - 4:45pmICE Certified Specialist practical examination (for those pursuing Cert-Pelvic) \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Objectives\n \nLearn how to treat pelvic floor dysfunctions with resistance training.\nUnderstand pelvic floor anatomy\, physiology\, and dysfunctions including: pelvic organ prolapse\, stress urinary incontinence\, and pain.\nProficiently perform internal and external pelvic floor exams with a focus on safety\, consent\, and assessment.\nDevelop expertise in assessing and treating pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain\, including diagnostic methods and therapeutic strategies.\nAssess and manage urinary leaking for impact-related activities: jump rope and running.\nDevelop and implement a comprehensive core rehab plan\, covering foundational movements and multi-plane strengthening to address issues including diastasis recti and c-section scar mobility.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Frequently Asked Questions\n Is there internal examination and treatment in this course? \nThere is a 2 hour block of internal examination during the morning of Day 1 (Saturday). \nIs internal work required? \nOption A: Learn & Practice Internal Assessment Skills \nYou will receive full CEUs if you: \n- Participate in internal lab from 10 AM - 1 PM on Day 1- Pass the skills check performed throughout this lab- If you do not plan on using your own vulva for the lab\, you MUST bring a person who you can practice these skills with \nOption B: Learn about internal assessment\, but do not practice \nYou receive full CEUs if you practice internal assessment & treatment skills under instructor guidance using two different obstetric models but you will NOT be eligible for the ICE Physio Certified: Pelvic certification. \n \nWhat privacy measures do you use during this course? \nWe utilize sheets for draping during the internal portion of this course for modesty. In addition\, we block off any windows and ensure all doors/points of entry are locked. If the facility has cameras\, we tape over the cameras during the internal portion of the course. \nWhat if I am currently menstruating during the course? \nThat's ok! You are still able to fully participate in this course. We utilize gloves and other sanitary procedures to ensure that this will not be a limiting factor. \nWhat if I am pregnant? \nRead the 2021 Position Statement on Internal Physical Therapy Pelvic Examinations & Interventions to determine whether you are comfortable having the exam performed on you. \n \n \n \n \n \n Additional Information\n PREREQUISITES \n\nNone\n\nEDUCATION LEVEL \n\nEntry-level URL:https://ptonice.com/courses-events/pelvic-live-female-bellingham-10-24-25-26/ LOCATION:Onward Bellingham\, 1211 Granary Avenue\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225\, United States CATEGORIES:ICE Pelvic Live,In-Person Course ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ptonice.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/ICE-APP-COURSES-TAB-169-750-x-500-px-3-5.png GEO:48.7516717;-122.4841422 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Onward Bellingham 1211 Granary Avenue Bellingham WA 98225 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1211 Granary Avenue:geo:-122.4841422,48.7516717 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261024T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261025T180000 DTSTAMP:20260924T002104Z CREATED:20250710T175941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T002104Z UID:10000792-1792828800-1792951200@ptonice.com SUMMARY:Dry Needling: Upper Body DESCRIPTION:Course Overview\n \nDry Needling Certification\nUpper Body Dry Needling by ICE Physio brings a modern approach to dry needling education with contemporary methods and tactical e-stim applications for the upper quadrant. This weekend lab intensive will initially focus on safe and effective dry needling technique for the cervico-thoracic spine\, anterior and posterior shoulder girdle\, upper arm\, and forearm; and then highlight strategic e-stim applications for common upper quadrant conditions. Quickly become a confident and proficient dry needling practitioner equipped with the tools\, training\, and knowledge to help your patients with everything from pain relief\, to improved function and mobility\, to athlete recovery. \n\n\n \n\nParticipants will also have access to pre-course lecture content including an introduction to dry needling\, safety standards\, current research-based rationale of therapeutic mechanisms\, and advocacy; as well as video demonstration prep materials for the lab intensive component. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 3-Day Course Itinerary\n \nDAY ONE \n8:00am - 8:15amWelcome/Course intro \n8:15am - 8:45amIntroduction to dry needling lecture \n8:45am - 9:45amDry needling basics lab \n9:45am - 12:00pmUpper arm dry needling lab \n12:00pm - 1:00pmLUNCH \n1:00pm - 3:00pmPosterior shoulder lab \n3:00pm - 6:00pmAnterior shoulder lab \n\n\nDAY TWO \n8:00am - 8:30amWelcome back and Q&A \n08:30am - 10:30amForearm lab \n10:30am - 12:00pmSpine lab \n12:00pm - 1:00pmLUNCH \n1:00pm - 2:00pmE-stim lecture \n2:00pm - 4:30pmShoulder e-stim lab (anterior/posterior/seated) \n4:30pm - 6:00pmRound robin \n\n\nDAY THREE \n8:00am - 8:30amWelcome back and Q&A \n10:30am - 10:30amCervical spine e-stim lab \n10:30am - 12:30pmElbow & wrist e-stim lab \n12:30pm - 1:30pmLUNCH \n1:30pm - 3:30pmUpper quarter recovery & e-stim lab \n3:30pm - 4:30pmReview lab \n4:30pm - 5:00pmClinical commentary and final Q&A \n5:00pm - 6:00pmCourse wrap-up & next steps \n\n \n \n \n \n \n 2-Day Course Itinerary\n \nDAY ONE \n\n8:00am - 8:15amWelcome/Course intro \n8:15am - 8:45amIntroduction to dry needling lecture \n8:45am - 9:45amDry needling basics lab \n9:45am - 12:00pmUpper arm dry needling lab \n12:00pm - 1:00pmLUNCH \n\n\n1:00pm - 2:45pmPosterior shoulder lab \n2:45pm - 4:00pmAnterior shoulder lab \n4:00pm - 5:15pmForearm lab \n5:15pm - 6:00pmRound robin \n\n\n\nDAY TWO \n\n8:00am - 8:30amWelcome back and Q&A \n8:30am - 9:30amE-stim lecture \n09:30am - 11:30amSpine dry needling & e-stim lab \n11:30am - 12:30pmCervical e-stim circuit lab \n12:30pm - 1:30pmLUNCH \n\n\n1:30pm - 3:15pmShoulder e-stim lab (anterior & posterior) \n3:15pm - 3:30pmPeripheral nerve stimulation lecture \n3:30pm - 4:30pmElbow & wrist e-stim lab \n4:30pm - 5:30pm Upper quarter recovery e-stim lab \n5:30pm - 6:00pmCourse wrap-up & next steps \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Objectives\n \nDemonstrate safe and effective dry needling techniques to specified upper quarter anatomical tissue targets\nDemonstrate strategic and effective execution of indwelling electrical stimulation circuits for the clinical management of upper quarter conditions\nExamine how our updated\, research-based understanding of dry needling mechanisms fit into pathomechanistic models of function\, pain\, and rehab\nExamine research trends associated with dry needling from early use to current state\nInvestigate some of the research-based treatment effects of dry needling in the context of targeted and specific treatment intent\nIdentify contraindications and precautions associated with dry needling for the upper quarter\nIdentify relevant upper quarter myofascial and neurovascular anatomy associated with proper and effective application of dry needling\nDiscuss minor and major adverse events associated with dry needling and strategies to manage\, mitigate\, and minimize these risks with proper dry needling technique\nDiscuss and execute clean needle handling associated with dry needling techniques\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Additional Information\n PREREQUISITES \n\nNone\n\nEDUCATION LEVEL \n\nEntry-level\n\nHOW DO I KNOW IF I'M ALLOWED TO DRY NEEDLE? WHAT REQUIREMENTS DOES MY STATE HAVE? \nIn the United States\, only physical therapists (PT)\, medical doctors (MD)\, doctors of osteopathy (DO)\, and chiropractic physicians (DC) are allowed to perform dry needling. The ability for these providers to perform dry needling depends entirely on state. Please read the list below and reference the map to know if you are allowed to dry needle\, and what your requirements may be. These are the requirements for physical therapists. If you are a provider from another profession\, contact your state board or association to learn more. YOU ARE ULTIMATELY RESPONSIBLE TO KNOW THE LEGALITIES SURROUNDING DRY NEEDLING IN YOUR STATE AS WELL AS THE EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS NEEDED TO PERFORM DRY NEEDLING WITH PATIENTS. If you are unsure of your requirements or if you practice in multiple states\, contact your state association or board to clarify requirements. \nPlease note: our dry needling courses require pre-course homework & exams prior to the beginning of the first day of class. Course emails are sent 4 weeks ahead of class to give you time to complete this work. For this reason\, once you receive the course email with access to material\, a refund is no longer possible. You may transfer to another dry needling course instead. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPT Dry Needling Hours by State\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Welcome to the PT Dry Needling Requirements Guide\n This interactive resource helps physical therapists find out what each state requires before you can dry needle: minimum training hours\, any experience or supervised-session requirements\, and links to the licensing board where you apply. Search for your state below or click it on the map to see the details.\n \n Please note: This guide was created with the help of AI and may contain errors or out-of-date information. Dry needling rules change often. Always confirm the current requirements with your state's physical therapy licensing board before you begin dry needling. Last updated October 2026.\n \n \n\n \n Find a state\n \n \n Clear\n \n \n Pick a state to see its requirements and where to apply.\n \n\n \n \n \n Small states:\n \n \n \n \n Not allowed\n Allowed:\n No hour minimum\n 24–27 hrs\n 50–59 hrs\n 74–80 hrs\n 100+ hrs\n No ruling yet / pending\n \n \n\n \n All\n Has an hour minimum\n Requires experience or supervised sessions\n No hour minimum\n No ruling / pending\n Not allowed\n \n\n \n \n \n State ↕\n Min. hours ↕\n Course details\n Experience / supervised practice\n Other notes\n Where to apply\n \n \n \n No states match that search.\n \n\n \n How to read this. "Min. hours" is the smallest amount of formal dry needling instruction the state names. Where a state splits hours (general vs. dry-needling-specific\, didactic vs. practicum)\, the total is shown and the split is in the course details. Supervised patient sessions are listed separately because they are counted in sessions\, not hours.\n Links. Every state links to its physical therapy licensing board\, taken from the FSBPT licensing authority directory. Where the board publishes a dry needling page\, rule\, application or approved-course list\, that is linked too. Board sites move pages often\, so if a link breaks\, start from the board homepage.\n Confidence. Each state shows whether its figure was checked against the rule or statute text\, or comes from a secondary summary. Rules change\, so confirm with the state board before relying on a number.\n Sources: state statutes and rules for FL (§486.117 and 64B17-6.008)\, MD (COMAR 10.38.12.03)\, NJ Board of PT dry needling page\, WA HB 1039 final bill report\, IL Public Act 100-0418\, TN 1150-01-.22\, UT Code 58-24b-505 and R156-24b-505\, NV PT Board\, DE 2600-15.0\, IN Board practice ruling\, NC 21 NCAC 48C .0104\, NM 16.20.13 NMAC\, GA Board approval guide\, WY 062-7 §7-3\, LA LAC 46:LIV.311\, MS Board regulation\, AZ Board FAQ\, ID dry needling guidance (Feb 2026)\, KS K.A.R. 100-29-18\, SD ARSD 20:66:04:02\, NE 172 NAC 137-006\, DC policy statement\, VA 18VAC112-20-121\, OR HB 3824 (enrolled); plus summaries from Integrative Dry Needling\, PPHC (Jan 2026)\, Master Dry Needling and Myopain Seminars (Feb 2026). APTA's state map (updated July 2026) is behind a member login: APTA dry needling laws by state. URL:https://ptonice.com/courses-events/dry-needling-upper-body-miami-10-24-25-26/ LOCATION:Onward Miami\, 15535 SW 120th St. Ste 10\, Miami\, FL\, 33196\, United States CATEGORIES:Dry Needling: Upper,Florida,In-Person Course ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ptonice.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/ICE-APP-COURSES-TAB-169-750-x-500-px-22-2.png GEO:25.6556611;-80.4477818 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Onward Miami 15535 SW 120th St. Ste 10 Miami FL 33196 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=15535 SW 120th St. Ste 10:geo:-80.4477818,25.6556611 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR