About Us
We’re family...and we promise to treat you like family!
Freedom Physical Therapy is your local choice for physical therapy services in Byron Center and the surrounding areas. We promise to provide you with the best possible care, personalized for your needs. Our staff is dedicated, experienced and ready to serve you!
Our Staff
Don is the owner and founder of Freedom Physical Therapy. He is a lifetime resident of the Byron Center area and has more than 30 years of experience in the physical therapy profession. Don completed his physical therapy training at Grand Valley State University in 1986. He also holds a bachelor's degree from Michigan State University in physiology. His primary clinical focus has been in the areas of outpatient orthopedics, sports medicine and work-related injuries. Don is actively involved in the Byron Center community including the Byron Center Chamber of Commerce (former board president) and the Byron Community Wellness Foundation (current board member). Don enjoys playing guitar at his local church, spending time in the great outdoors and having fun with his four grandchildren. He and his high school sweetheart, Barb, have been married since 1984.
Groups & Associations:
American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
Michigan Physical Therapy Association (MPTA)
Byron Center Chamber of Commerce
Byron Community Wellness Foundation
Awards & Recognition:
AMBUCS Grand River Chapter "Therapist of the Year," 1997
Rachel is also a lifetime resident of Byron Center. She holds a bachelor's degree in exercise science from Grand Valley State University where she was named an NCAA Softball All-American. Rachel is an ACE certified personal trainer and possesses a Total Gym GRAVITY certification. She has also pursued continuing education in TRX Suspension Training. Rachel's education in exercise science and passion for healthy activities has helped transform her professional career into helping others enjoy a healthy lifestyle through rehabilitation and personal training. Rachel enjoys working out regularly and spending time with her husband and two children.
Rachel also provides personal training services at the Byron Community Recreation center.
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Our History
Freedom Physical Therapy was founded in March 2012 by Don Freehafer, PT. This stemmed from Don’s true passion to serve the residents of the greater Byron Center area and give back to the community that has been such a tremendous blessing to him and his family. Don also recognized a need for a high quality, low cost alternative for physical therapy services in the area, along with more personalized service, an improved healing environment, extended hours of operation and flexible scheduling in order to accommodate patients’ busy lives. Over his 30+ year career, Don has developed a loyal clientele base in the local area. He realizes the importance of genuinely listening to his patients and building personal relationships in order to better meet their needs.
Don has developed relationships with many local business and community leaders through his membership in the Byron Center Chamber of Commerce over the past several years. In addition to participating in the praise team, his activities at his church have also included serving as an elder, deacon, high school youth leader and adult Sunday school leader. As an alumnus of Byron Center High School, Don has maintained many relationships within Byron Center Public Schools, including administrators, staff, coaches and students. Freedom Physical Therapy strives to actively support the community in which it serves.
Our Mission
To provide compassionate care for those needing physical therapy services.
To consider the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of those whom we serve.
Do all that we do to the honor and glory of God.
Core Values
Utilize honesty and integrity in all interactions.
Commit to serve and support local communities.
Treat all others equally.
Our “Five Cs of Commitment” to Our Clients
Compassionate Team
From the front desk personnel to the clinical and billing staff, we care about you.
Consistency of Care
We strive to have the same physical therapist follow your care throughout your entire treatment episode.
Convenient Appointments
We provide extended hours and flexible scheduling to meet your needs.
Communication
We will keep your physician or referral source informed regarding your progress.
Cost-effective Treatments
We will attempt to minimize costs of care while assisting you to achieve your goals.