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Physical Therapy in Norwood & Norfolk MA

The Best Therapy Experience®

Physical Therapy in Norwood & Norfolk MA

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Physical Therapy in Norwood & Norfolk MA

The Best Therapy Experience®

Physical Therapy in Norwood & Norfolk MA

The Best Therapy Experience®

Physical Therapy in Norwood & Norfolk MA

Heal Better, Heal Faster

What Our Clients Say

Most competent and caring practitioners and office staff. Helpful, friendly and most of all, attention to the needs of the patient takes priority.
Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab is the best place to go for therapy.
My road to recovery was a great experience due to the therapists, front staff, equipment, and pleasant atmosphere.
I am so grateful to them.
In my experience, Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab assigned only one patient at a time to a therapist. This made my experience there great. Mike Sarnelli is my therapist, and he is the best one I have ever had.
Response from the owner:Maureen, thank you for recognizing our commitment to one on one treatment. Mike is awesome. He has such a nice way about him. So easy to work with. Thank you for taking the time to sending in this review. Best, John V. PT, Owner
My physical therapy experience was great. My therapist and the rest of the staff were wonderful. My mobility and pain has improved tremendously. 👏

I recently had my second knee replaced. Seven months after the first. That experience was quite challenging. I had more swelling and pain than the first. All that rapidly improved after returning to outpatient physical therapy. Setting up appointments were easy, the ladies at the front desk are so pleasant and easy to work with. I can't say enough about my physical John. He is caring, empathetic and most importantly extremely knowledgeable. You can freely express any concerns and he will readily address it. Now I feel wonderful. Credits to my therapist and all the others there.
Response from the owner:Hi Roslyn, Thanks for sharing your experience with everyone. Best, John V Owner
Very knowledgeable and a clear plan. A very friendly environment.
Great staff made me feel much better.
The more I continue with PT the closer I get to visiting my sister…John has taken time to help me with my hips. Walking up the stairs without difficulty. I wished this was something I had done in the past… so visiting her, wouldn’t be so hard.
Excellent service. Great people. Marie at the front desk was very helpful and Mike my therapsit made it easy to understand the pain I was going through. 4 Stars because it took some time to start and they're pretty busy so appoints can be difficult to schedule for your convenience.
Huge help with shoulder pain/mobility. Session time was used well, and they gave me a great set of movements to continue progressing. Highly recommend
Response from the owner:Thank you!
Very professional and easy to work with. Looking forward to getting my new hip fully operational!
Response from the owner:Craig, thanks for taking the time to send us a review. John Vacovec, PT, CEO
Response from the owner:Thumbs Up!!!
Rob and John are great! Very professional and are great at getting me back to normal.
Response from the owner:Thanks Cullen, they are both wonderful!!!! John Vacovec, PT, CEO
Another great day at physical therapy!
Response from the owner:Judy, what a great comment!!! John Vacovec, PT, CEO
Amazing place! Great Staff! Very friendly and kind.:) Thanks John!
Real professionals. They hit every spot that was asking help with. Thank you very much Chris Joseph.
Response from the owner:Thanks Chris.... always appreciated!! John V Owner, CEO,
Rachel and Rob were excellent caregivers. They chose exercises and explained them in detail for my hip issue that were designed to alleviate the pain I was experiencing. After 13 sessions I definitely could see improvement. I highly recommend them for any issue you might have that would benefit from physical therapy.
Response from the owner:Andrew, Thank you for recognizing the two "R's" !!! John Vacovec, PT,CEO
Response from the owner:Thanks Ashley.
Received excellent care for my injured knee from Mike Sarnelli in Norwood, which enabled me to get back to normal activities in a relatively short period of time. Was also provided with a list of helpful exercises to do on my own.
Response from the owner:Hey James, Appreciate you recognizing Mike and the excellent care you received. Much appreciated. John Vacovec, PT, CEO
They do good work on what ails you
Response from the owner:Davis, thanks.
Response from the owner:Another 5 Star!!!!
Response from the owner:Hi Peter, When I graduated from Northeastern University I opened my office in Norwood shortly after 1978 and all I wanted to do was treat everyone like I would treat my mother, my brother, cousin or best friend and all we want is for you to have "The Best Therapy Experience". 5 stars is awesome. Thank you!!! Sincerely, John Vacovec, PT
Mike was very thoughtful and the exam was very detailed. He explained every step. I've worked with Mike several times now and each time he has been excellent. He explained everything he was doing so that I understood it. He helped me so much.
Response from the owner:Hello Renee, I'm so glad you appreciated the time Mike took to make sure the details were explained... That's what we do and love doing it!!!! Best, John Vacovec, PT, Owner
Great support and care. Have used them a few times over the years. Highly recommend
Response from the owner:Hi Mathew, thanks for using us over the years. A returning client is a great compliment. John Vacovec, PT, CEO
Great experience! John was an incredible therapist, friendly, caring and always courteous. They whole team is very friendly, enjoyed chatting with John during my sessions. Can’t recommend them enough. Thank you.
Response from the owner:Ebie, So happy for you !!! John has been with my company over 20 yrs now. He is quite a wonderful person !!! john Vacovec, PT, CEO
Everyone and everything Is very professional and very personable at this clinic. This provides a very positive experience.
Response from the owner:Hi Laurie, Thanks for the kind words. john Vacovec, PT, CEO
I highly recommend Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab in Norfolk! John was my PT for both a knee and ankle injury. John is friendly, professional, and takes time to explain the purpose of each exercise and treatment. I am feeling so much better and am able to return to my normal activities quicker than anticipated.
Response from the owner:Thanks Danielle !! Glad we met your expectations!!! John Vacovec, PT, CEO
Response from the owner:Thanks George.
The best PT in New England
Response from the owner:Soheir, love your 5 star "best in NE".... very awesome. John Vacovec, PT, CEO
Michael is my PT he has abilities to assign various stretch exercises and weight lifting. He is kind and considerate and very compassionate about his job. I felt good about myself every time I got treatment.
Response from the owner:Thanks Laura. john V, PT, Owner
Rob and John were knowledgeable and helpful in helping my recovery.
Response from the owner:Laurie, Glad your recovery went well. Thank You for the 5 stars. John Vacovec, PT, CEO
John was amazing to work with and I am grateful for all his help getting me on my feet again.
Response from the owner:Hi Monica, John is so good at what he does. Thanks for recognizing him and taking the time to give us a review. John Vacovec, PT, CEO
First visit as a first time patient the experience was great!
Response from the owner:Thanks Mike, John V. PT, CEO
John Puntieri was awesome! He provided lots of support, instruction and therapy for post foot surgery recovery. I’m now able to return to my active lifestyle!
Response from the owner:Diane, Love to hear that success story. John P is awesome, he loves what he does and is really good at it. Best, John Vacovec, PT, CEO
Professional and experienced staff with a focus on patient care
Response from the owner:thanks Jim for the 5 stars. John Vacovec, PT, CEO
Response from the owner:Thanks Donna.
Response from the owner:Fabiana, 5 Stars!!! Thanks, John Vacovec, PT, CEO
Great experience. Rob was amazing in helping me with my Vestibular issues. Rob is experienced, knowledgable, and made me feel at ease. I would recommend Rob for any PT issues. He, along with the front desk staff, is amazing.
Response from the owner:Hi Tom, Thanks for taking the time to recognize Rob and how he helped you. I'm trying to "clone him"... Best, John Vacovec, PT, CEO
I cannot say enough good things about this place and the people who work here. Mike is absolutely amazing. I have not had the best luck with physical therapists in the past and drive an hour away to come here to see him. He has helped me tremendously before and after knee surgery. He is professional, extremely knowledgeable, and patient. I would not be where I am now without him! I cannot recommend him enough!
Response from the owner:Erica, Thank you for taking the time to give Mike and the others an awesome review. It really helps when others are trying to choose a place to go. Thanks so much. John Vacovec, PT, CEO
Norwood PT and SR in Norwood is the best. It is very professional.
I can’t say enough great things about bout my physical therapist, Mike!! From day one, he has been professional, knowledgeable,and incredibly supportive. He took the time to understand, goals and created a personalized treatment plan.

What really sets Mike apart is how much he genuinely cares about his patients. He creates a positive, encouraging environment where you can be heard and motivated. I have a steady improvement thanks to his guidance and support.

If you’re lucky enough to work with Mike, know you’re in the very best hands.He goes above and beyond, and it truely shows.in the results. I highly highly recommend.
Response from the owner:Hello Alicia, that is an awesome review of Mike S. He is truly all of the above. So glad you had a great experience with our company. Best, John Vacovec, PT, CEO
Ive been going here for almost a year now with Mike and he is one of the best to work with! He knows what hes talking about and has been very helpful with me going through my recovery! I wouldn’t have made this much progress without!
Response from the owner:Hey Sydney, Thank you so much for the 5 Stars... John Vacovec, PT, CEO
Response from the owner:Thank you!!1
Norfolk therapy did a great job. Each session my therapist Rob would ask me how I was feeling and what was wrong he would then change up the treatment that he was giving me and every time I visited him I felt better when I left thank you very much.
Response from the owner:Thanks William for the 5 star. John V. PT, CEO
Great experience! The staff are very professional and friendly. I worked with Micheal, he knows his craft, was able to help me and I am very appreciative. I recommend them and will go back if ever I need their services in the future!
Response from the owner:Mike is awesome....
Wonderful staff. Got great help and physical therapy for my ankle. Would highly recommend it. Excellent.
Response from the owner:Dolores, Thanks!!!
The Physical Therapy place was clean, well organized and easy to get to.

I would recommend them for anyone needing physical therapy.
Response from the owner:Thomas, thanks for the compliment... we love our location, lots of light, windows, open space, great parking etc. John Vacovec, PT, CEO
They are friendly and knowledgeable
Response from the owner:WE HAVE A GREAT GROUP OF PEOPLE. THANKS FOR THE 5 STARS. JOHN VACOVEC, PT, OWNER
Response from the owner:Thanks Paul. John Vacovec, PT, OWNER
John was very knowledgeable and thorough in his assessment of my problem.
Response from the owner:George, Thank you for taking the time to pass along the 5 Star compliment. Best Regards, John Vacovec, PT, Owner
Fantastic place to get physical therapy. I will absolutely be going back as soon as I have my surgery.
Response from the owner:Thanks Jay!!!
Response from the owner:THANKS ANDREI!!
I had a very welcoming experience at PR & Sports Rehab. The staff was warm and friendly...highly professional. My PT Jon was knowledgeable and very patient with me throughout the months I attended. He took the time to explain and adjust the exercises to ensure I was doing them safely and comfortably. I recommend PT & Sorts Rehab to anyone who wants top-notch care. .
Response from the owner:Hi Yvette, Thanks for recommending us to others and taking the time to write this. Best, John Vacovec, PT, Owner
Response from the owner:Nancy.... Thank you!!!! John
First off they were very patient with me as I had to cancel and reschedule many appointments. I am now on a set schedule. I have Rob for my PT. Fantastic. Super gentle yet intentional to working on my shoulder. Our family has gone here a few years back as well. I would definitely recommend.
Response from the owner:Thanks Dawn for taking the time to recommend us to others. john Vacovec, PT, Owner
Response from the owner:We'll take 5 Stars all day long.... Thank you.... John Vacovec, PT, Owner
Very helpful.
Response from the owner:Thanks Pat!!
My daughter and I have both come here and have had wonderful experiences. We’ve worked with both Rob and John and can’t say enough great things about them. All of the staff are so nice and very accommodating. I highly recommend Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab!
Response from the owner:Hi Nicole, Comments like this help our company so much. Thank you and Really happy you had a great experience with Rob, John, Jodie, Diane.... not surprised as they are amazing. John V. PT, Owner
Great job by Rob and John- Thank you.
Response from the owner:Thanks !!!!
Rob and John great job - great methodology and approach with great results. All staff were great. Thank you
Response from the owner:Thanks, JV
Response from the owner:Thanks for the 5!!
Very friendly and the therapy went well. After completing several visits with John my lower back pain has been significantly reduced. He is not only a wonderful engaging person, he is a terrific therapist.
Thanks!
Response from the owner:Thanks
Great experience. Friendly, welcoming staff. Easy to schedule online. Mike was great - really listened and got great results!
Response from the owner:Sherri, thanks for recognizing Mike and the 5 Stars as well as the acknowledgement of how easy to schedule on line ... we think it's a great option for our clients to use. Best, John Vacovec, PT, Owner
Response from the owner:Thanks Lisa.
Friendly and great staff. Also their physical therapist are knowledgeable and helpful.
Response from the owner:Thanks Peter for the 5 Star.
Response from the owner:Thanks Karen. We always love getting 5 stars!!!
Rob is great. One on One work, not a cattle herd place.
Response from the owner:Stephen, thanks for sharing that with everyone. something we pride ourselves on. John Vacovec, PT, Owner
Response from the owner:Thanks John.
Outstanding physical therapist
John, Matt and Rob thank you for your help in my recovery with my neck/back situation and concussion see you soon
Response from the owner:Much appreciated... John V. Owner, CEO
Response from the owner:Thanks John.
After rupturing a disc in my lower back, Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab got me back on my feet, walking and sleeping better in a matter of weeks. The process was methodical and well communicated. I’m happy to say that in four months, I am back to exercising and leading my life as I did before my injury! Great work
Response from the owner:mike, awesome story and congrats for getting back to your life. Best, John Vacovec, PT, Owner
I had an awesome experience here. The staff is wonderful, especially John who helped me rehab my surgically repaired ankle. I highly recommend going here for any PT or sports rehab you may need.
Response from the owner:Hey Greg, Glad you had a great experience at our company and recommending others to come to us. Much appreciated. John Vacovec, PT, Owner
I have been just 2 times for a torn ACL. It has been a fantastic experience thus far. I feel so much more knowledgeable about my injury, and so much more confident working toward my recovery.
Response from the owner:Hello Heather, ACL's are a lot of work and you will do great. Understanding what you have adds clarity and confidence to what you are doing to add to your successful outcome.We want to get you back to doing the things you love to do. Best Regards and thank you for coming to our company as there are a lot of choices out there!!! Best Regards, John Vacovec, PT, OWNER
I came to this PT place because I had toe joint surgery to remove bone spurs. Rob Salter was my PT person and he was professional and knowledgeable. With his help, I increased mobility in the toe joint as well as decreased my pain. He also worked with me on my balance and gait. Excellent therapist!
Response from the owner:Elizabeth, glad you have done so well. Rob is great. Thank you for coming to us. John Vacovec, PT, Owner
Response from the owner:Thanks for the 5.
Friendly and knowledgeable staff.
Response from the owner:Thanks Janet.
I cannot say enough about my experience there and how wonderful everyone was. I had Mike for PT and he was great. He explained everything, knew exactly how to treat the pain and swelling in my knee, and answered any questions I had. The knee is so much better now than when I first started there. I chose this rehab because it is easy to get to and lots of parking and that was important to me, and not to mention how everyone there made me feel comfortable. I would definitely recommend this place.
Response from the owner:Susan, Mike is great. He has a really nice way about himself and clients love working with him. Thank you for sharing your thoughts as it might help others choose us for there 1st time to our company. Best Regards, John Vacovec, PT, OWNER
Our daughter has been going to see Matt for PT since 2023. We have seen her growth and progress and couldn’t recommend him more! He’s very patient, honest and helps her improve her strength so much. We appreciate him very much.
Response from the owner:Thank you for recognizing Matt however it does take everyone to make it work so congrats to you, your daughter and others to add to her success. Thanks for taking the time to write this......Best, John Vacovec, PT, Owner
I love Physical Therapy & Sports Rehab, Inc. in Norwood. This is the second occasion I have needed therapy and both times I have been impressed with their professionalism, knowledge and kindness. I appreciate their explanations of the exercises, and why they are effective for a particular challenge. I always recommend them to family, friends and anyone needing assistance with ability. I think the therapists and office staff are all great.
Response from the owner:Sheila, Thank you for recognizing and mentioning the "office staff" as they are awesome and make this office hum. Our team is so easy to work with and THANK YOU for being a repeat client. That says a lot !!! Best Regards, John Vacovec, PT, Owner
Very positive experience. Progress every day.
Mike Sarnelli pushed me with, in my limits, with a sense of humor, to produce improvement in flexibility, strength, and balance.
I have been to PT&SR, Inc. in the past for other situations.
If necessary I will go back for new problems.
Response from the owner:Niles, There are a lot of choices so thanks for choosing us to be your provider of physical therapy again.....Mike is great, he has a really nice way about how he approaches his clients. Best Regards, John Vacovec, PT, Owner
A well run PT establishment and Matthew M. has been amazing so reassuring.
Response from the owner:Robin, Thanks for recognizing us. We all love doing what we do and really enjoy coming to work. Thanks, John Vacovec, PT, Owner
Norfolk Clinic for physical therapy- 5 stars!
I am so happy about my progress! I am beginning to see a significant change in my ability to climb stairs, working on increasing stability of my knees. Thrilled. I love working with Rob!
Response from the owner:HI ROBIN, THANKS FOR TAKING THE TIME AND LETTING OTHERS KNOW ABOUT HOW HAPPY YOU ARE WITH OUR SERVICES. John Vacovec, PT, Owner
I highly recommend PT&SR in Norwood. I've seen them several times over the years, for everything from broken bones (John P.) to torn tendons to bursitis pain (Matt M.) Client managers have all been great, therapists use great techniques, give helpful advice and handouts. Place is clean, well-equipped, easy to get to, and everyone is nice! I'm very grateful my insurance covers PT with a per session co-pay I can manage. It's been well worth it.

Just began to see Matt for severe heel pain; he did a thorough evaluation that was easy to schedule and a day earlier than expected, when the office called to tell me of a cancellation. In minutes, he determined that it also involved nerves in my back, showing me a simple stretch that helped immeasurably - first time in weeks I've stood up without pain! I look forward to the rest of our sessions and hopefully eliminating this issue without more drastic (and expensive) treatments.
Response from the owner:Wow Carol, what a great success story. So wonderfully written I should hire you to write our PR.. LOL Really, thanks for the time you took to put your thoughts together and recognize everyone at the clinic as it really takes a "TEAM" of dedicated people to do a great job. Thank you, John Vacovec, PT, Owner
Excellent PT. John was amazing. He helped me recover from knee surgery. Very knowledgeable and knows his stuff. Kind, caring, courteous & addressed all my needs. Thank you! Sports Therapy and Sports Rehab of Norfolk.
Response from the owner:Nancy, Thanks for the "Excellent PT". Goes a long way to help us be The Best Therapy Experience.
Twice now I’ve hurt various muscles (what can I say, I’m getting old) and both times come here for rehab. Great experiences! I’m about to finish the second rehab, and get back to my usual strenuous activities. All thanks to Physical Therapy &Sports Rehab.
Response from the owner:Mark, Glad we are here to help you as you get "OLDER". BTW, I know what you mean about hurting various muscles !!! LOL John Vacovec, PT, Owner
My experience with John and Rob was very good. They listened and helped me to decease and manage my lower back pain. The receptionist was very friendly and made appointment scheduling easy. Overall a good experience.
Response from the owner:Thanks Jeanne for taking the time to give us a 5 Star review. those 2 guys are really good ... Best Regards, John Vacovec, PT, Owner Best Regards, john
Front staff is great.
Physical therapists are very knowledgeable and professional. They take their time and will answer any questions you may have. Highly recommended.
Response from the owner:Mike, Thanks for mentioning the "front staff" as we could not be so excellent without them. They are the best as well as Rob and John. Best, John Vacovec, PT, Owner
I just completed my 12th PT session with Rob Salter and cannot speak highly enough of my experience! Rob took the time to thoroughly understand my concerns and goals, and crafted a personalized treatment plan that was both effective and manageable. I have seen significant improvement in my strength and mobility and am pain free with no restrictions.

I highly recommend Rob to anyone looking for a compassionate, skilled, and truly dedicated professional to help them on their path to recovery!
Response from the owner:Hi Paul, Thank you for the high praise, it really means a lot. It was great working with you as well. Wishing you all the best going forward! Rob Salter, PT, DPT Clinic Director
Great facility and staff. John is a rock star
Response from the owner:Bob, you are the best. Love that "rock star" stuff!! BTW, All True!!! Thanks for the 5. Best Regards, John Vacovec, PT, Owner
Response from the owner:Thank you for your support!
I was very happy with my experience at Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab. Rob was very knowledgeable and he was able to fix my problem. I will certainly go back there the next time I need PT.
Response from the owner:Hey Bob! Thank you for the review have fun hitting the trails again!
Response from the owner:Thanks Karen.
Good work, competent.
Response from the owner:Thanks Richard.
I had an excellent experience at Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab in Norfolk. My therapist Rob was amazing. I would highly recommend.
Response from the owner:Janine, Amazing Rob... I've heard that a few times. It comes pretty naturally to Rob. He just has a way about him!! Very fortunate to have him as part of the PT&SR team. Regards, John Vacovec, PT, Owner

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We are experts in combining hands-on PT treatments with exercise to eliminate pain and restore motion, strength, and activity levels.  You will receive professional treatments that are tailored to your PT.  We look forward to your success!

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Specialized Physical Therapy Treatments for Pain and More

Our services include revolutionary treatment programs are designed to get you feeling better and back to normal quickly!

Working closely with you and your pain management physician, our Back Pain Program can help you help yourself

Back Pain

Our Pain Relief Program, our laser therapy has proven to be effective as a successful treatment for a variety of aches/pain, injuries, wounds, fractures and neurological conditions

Pain Relief

With extensive preschool and school experience, PT and SR offers physical therapists specializing in pediatric physical therapy

Pediatric PT

We provide specialized physical therapy for patients who  suffer from vertigo, experience dizziness, instability, or have a history of falls.

Fall Prevention & Vertigo

The Laser Treatment Program has proven effective as a treatment for aches/pain, injuries, wounds, fractures and neurological conditions

Laser Treatments

Our Spinal Decompression Program uses the DTS® –  to decompress structures in the spine which are proven to cause pain

Spinal Decompression

Dry needling uses very fine needles which are inserted through the skin and into the deep tissues to address pain trigger points

Dry Needling

The Graston Technique is a soft tissue technique to address pain and promote healing

Graston Technique

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