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Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine Centers Naugatuck

5 ★★★★★ 78 Google reviews · Cupping therapy in Naugatuck, Connecticut

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Verified cupping provider Wet cupping / hijama Dry cupping Female practitioner Insurance accepted

Why Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine Centers Naugatuck is listed — cupping is a treatment, not a Google category, so we only list a provider when there's real proof they offer it. Here's what we found: “Rehabilitation Prehab Workers’ Compensation Physical Therapy Treatments Offered We specialize in the following treatments: Balance & Vestibular Rehabilitation Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Concussion Treatment Cupping Graston…” source →

Booking your cupping session

  • Wet cupping / hijama offers hijama (wet cupping) — if you're booking hijama specifically, ask about single-use sterile kits and, if it matters to you, a same-gender practitioner
  • Female practitioner a female practitioner is available — a common request for hijama and for anyone who prefers it
  • Payment reportedly accepts insurance — verify coverage before your visit, since cupping is often billed under manual therapy or acupuncture
  • Online booking you can book online — check their site for the next available cupping appointment
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  • Website ptsmc.com — book and see the full treatment menu
  • Phone (203) 723-0722

Hours

Monday 7 AM–7 PM
Tuesday 8 AM–7 PM
Wednesday 7 AM–7 PM
Thursday 8 AM–7 PM
Friday 7 AM–5 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Cupping is usually by appointment — these are the business's general hours, so book ahead rather than dropping in.

Cupping styles offered

The kinds of cupping mentioned on Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine Centers Naugatuck's own site or in clients' reviews — not guessed from the Google category.

What clients say about the cupping here

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 78 Google reviews — kept to comments about the cupping and the provider's care, in their own words.

🧑‍⚕️ skilled, knowledgeable practitioner 13 mentions

“I was immediately scheduled for a thorough initial assessment and had brought my Surgeons' recommendations as well as pictures of scans which can sometimes help determine your specific needs.”

🗣️ explains the process 4 mentions

“Their ability to listen to my concerns and guide me through the healing process has been wonderful.”

🌿 gentle & comfortable 3 mentions

“My son looked forward to going to physical therapy and felt comfortable around the staff.”

🏃 great for athletes / recovery 10 mentions

“I wanted to publicly thank Joe and and his team at Physical Therapy And Sports Medicine on Prospect Street in Naugatuck for the rehabilitation they gave me after my total knee replacement.”

👋 welcoming to first-timers 2 mentions

“The staff from Deborah at the front desk to the PT Aides, Adam, Rose and Lianne are all so welcoming and work so well together to help not only the patients but each other.”

From the reviews

Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine Center, Naugatuck is quite exceptional. Here they provide very effective and efficient care that brings you back to your full physical potential in much less time than you thought.

★★★★★ — Lisa, Oct 2023

I have seen Megan, Becky and more often Joe at the clinic. Adam and the other PT Aides are also very good to assist you in going over all your exercises while you’re there. They are all very patient, kind, professional and compassionate Physical Therapists. I highly recommend them.

★★★★★ — Patricia, Jan 2024

I have gone to Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine for two different issues in the past 6 months. My experience has been amazing. Everyone is totally professional. The appointments are scheduled so that you are taken in a timely manner. My therapist is Joe and I cannot say enough about him and his skills.

★★★★★ — Mary, Feb 2017

I wish I could give more than 5 stars to the staff at PTSMC Naugatuck! Xavier is just awesome. He’s caring and personable but also makes you put in the work. The staff from Deborah at the front desk to the PT Aides, Adam, Rose and Lianne are all so welcoming and work so well together to help not only the patients but…

★★★★★ — Staci, Mar 2024

Excerpts from public Google reviews, filtered to comments about cupping and the provider's care. Read all 78 reviews →

Booking hijama (wet cupping) at Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine Centers Naugatuck

Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine Centers Naugatuck comes up as a provider that offers hijama — wet cupping, where the skin is lightly punctured after suction so a small amount of blood is drawn. If you're booking hijama specifically, a few things are worth asking before you go. First, sterility is everything — a reputable practitioner uses a fresh, single-use kit (new blades and cups) for every client and follows clean, gloved technique. It's completely fair to ask how they handle this. Second, many people booking hijama want a same-gender practitioner — a female practitioner is available here. Third, ask about aftercare and whether they observe particular days if that matters to you.

Check hijama details on their site

What to expect from your first cupping session

New to cupping? Here's the short version. What happens: the practitioner places cups on the skin — most often the back, shoulders, or legs — and creates suction (with a pump, or briefly with a flame for fire cupping). Cups either stay put for a few minutes (dry cupping) or are glided over oiled skin (massage cupping). A session is usually 15–45 minutes, often added to a massage or acupuncture visit. The marks: cupping leaves round, bruise-like circles that are normal and usually fade in a few days to a couple of weeks — they're discoloration from the suction, not an injury, and shouldn't really hurt. What to wear: comfortable clothing that gives access to the area being treated. Afterward: drink water, keep the area warm, and skip intense sun or a hot sauna right after.

Cupping isn't for everyone — if you're on blood thinners, pregnant, or have a skin condition or bleeding disorder, check with your doctor first, and always tell your practitioner about health concerns before a session. This page is directory information, not medical advice.

Where to find Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine Centers Naugatuck

100 Prospect St, Naugatuck, CT06770

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