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Curated PT is not a high-volume insurance clinic. Every session is a full hour of uninterrupted, hands-on work directly with Dr. Suren Azizian — a Doctor of Physical Therapy with 16+ years of clinical and performance training experience, holding certifications in CSCS, TDN, and the Performance Rehab Authority (PRA) program.
Our goal is to find the root cause of your problem and build a plan around your actual goals — not insurance visit limits, not a standardized protocol.
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Curated PT is not a high-volume insurance clinic. Every session is a full hour of uninterrupted, hands-on work directly with Dr. Suren Azizian — a Doctor of Physical Therapy with 16+ years of clinical and performance training experience, holding certifications in CSCS, TDN, and the Performance Rehab Authority (PRA) program.
Our goal is to find the root cause of your problem and build a plan around your actual goals — not insurance visit limits, not a standardized protocol.
View the full breakdown →
Every session is 1-on-1 with Dr. Suren Azizian, PT DPT CSCS — founder of Curated PT & Performance. You will never be handed off to an aide or assistant. Dr. Suren brings 16+ years of clinical expertise, CSCS, TDN, and PRA certification to every session.
Absolutely. We work with clients of all activity levels and ages. You don’t need to be a competitive athlete to deserve excellent care. Whether your goal is getting back to the gym, sleeping pain-free, keeping up with your kids, or simply moving better — we have a plan for you.
We see patients at one clinic:
Needham, MA — 292 Reservoir St, Needham, MA 02494
Free parking is available on site, and we are a short drive from Wellesley, Newton, Dover, Westwood and Dedham.
Needham, MA — 292 Reservoir St, Needham, MA 02494
Free parking is available on site, and we are a short drive from Wellesley, Newton, Dover, Westwood and Dedham.
Getting Started
No referral needed. Massachusetts is a direct-access state — you can begin physical therapy without a physician’s order. Book your free discovery call and we’ll take it from there.
No imaging required to get started. Most musculoskeletal conditions can be accurately assessed through a thorough clinical evaluation and movement screen. If imaging becomes relevant, we will let you know.
The discovery call is a 15-minute conversation to hear about your situation, answer your questions, and determine whether Curated PT is the right fit. There is no pressure, no sales pitch, and no commitment. We would rather get it right for you than rush you through the door.
Your first visit is a comprehensive evaluation. We’ll cover your injury history, training background, goals, and prior treatment. Then we run a detailed movement assessment to identify the root cause.
You will leave with a clear answer about what is going on, a concrete treatment plan, and — in most cases — already feeling some relief. No vague timelines. Just answers and a path forward.
You will leave with a clear answer about what is going on, a concrete treatment plan, and — in most cases — already feeling some relief. No vague timelines. Just answers and a path forward.
Wear athletic clothing and sneakers that allow you to move freely. You will be moving, loading, and working — dress accordingly.
Your Plan of Care
Every visit — evaluation and all follow-ups — is 60 minutes of 1-on-1 care with Dr. Suren. You will never be shared with another patient or handed to an aide mid-session.
We respect your time and trust you to execute your program between sessions. Most patients start with once per week for the first 2–3 visits to get pain under control, then space out to every 2–3 weeks as you progress. This is not about maximizing visit count — it’s about getting you back to your life.
This depends on your injury and the findings from your evaluation. Most patients complete their plan of care in 8–12 visits — enough to eliminate pain, address the root cause, and build a durable foundation that prevents it from coming back.
Many patients continue with our Continuity Care program after completing their plan of care. This monthly check-in model keeps you proactively on top of your body — so small issues get addressed before they become setbacks and your training never gets derailed again.
Insurance & Payment
We are an out-of-network, self-pay practice. This is what makes it possible to offer what insurance-based clinics simply cannot:
- 60-minute sessions, 1-on-1 every time
- A plan built around your goals, not insurance visit limits
- Freedom to treat you the way you actually need to be treated
Yes. We accept HSA and FSA funds as well as all major credit cards. Physical therapy is a qualified medical expense under most HSA/FSA plans, so you can use pre-tax dollars to cover your care.
Services & Specialties
We treat a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions: shoulder pain, back pain, knee pain, neck pain, hip pain, foot and ankle issues, lifting injuries, running injuries, post-surgical rehab, and more. We specialize in getting active individuals and athletes back to training, but we work with people at all activity levels.
Yes. Dr. Suren is TDN (Trigger Point Dry Needling) certified and incorporates dry needling into treatment plans where clinically appropriate. It is particularly effective for stubborn muscle tension, myofascial pain, and trigger points that aren’t responding to other techniques.
Performance PT bridges the gap between rehab and peak output. It’s for people who are out of pain but not yet back to full capacity — athletes prepping for a season, lifters chasing a PR, or anyone who wants to move better and do more. Dr. Suren’s CSCS and PRA credentials make this a core specialty at Curated PT.
Yes. Focused shockwave therapy is available at the Needham clinic. It is used alongside loading and strength work rather than on its own, most often for long-standing tendon and heel pain that has not settled with exercise alone. We will tell you at the assessment whether it is likely to add anything in your case.
1 ON 1, 60 MINUTE EXPERT CARE
Every session is a full 60 minutes with a Doctor of Physical Therapy for focused, high quality care that bridges rehab and real training.
PERFORMANCE DRIVEN RESULTS
Clear plans, measurable progress, and coaching that builds strength and confidence so you return to training stronger.
DIRECT ACCESS, SIMPLE PRICING
No referral required in Massachusetts. Out of network care keeps treatment personalized, straightforward, and HSA and FSA eligible.
Needham
Located inside PEX Health and Fitness