Strength & Shield Physical Therapy Kalamazoo

Fantastic experience: When I had debilitating pain running down my leg, Dr. Jon diagnosed the problem and prescribed exercises that helped relieve that pain and strengthened my body. He was very personable and I found it refreshing to see a health care provider that actually demonstrated faith, family, and freedom values.

Fantastic experience: Jon is nothing short of a miracle worker! I injured my shoulder stacking tables and chairs last October and put off getting it checked out for several months thinking it would heal on its own. It didn’t. Then I started physical therapy with Jon. In only six sessions with him, I went from not being able to push the car door open with my left arm or pull a sweater on over my head to near 100% mobility in my shoulder. I’m so thankful that physical therapy was the answer instead of surgery. I highly, highly recommend going to see Jon from Strength and Shield!

Fantastic experience: Dr. Jon Strefling has helped me recover from two separate injuries over the past couple of years. The first was a foot/ankle injury that had left me unable to walk for three months. After being referred to Dr. Jon by my chiropractor, I was immediately impressed by his genuine cheerfulness and kindness, by his extensive knowledge and expertise in his field, and by his truly excellent ability to both listen and teach. He directed me in exercises that gradually brought back my normal stride, and was forthright about the length of time it would take for my injury to fully heal. It was a bad injury and a long road, and he was full of encouragement along the way. In my recent difficulties with a herniated disc, his evaluation of my symptoms was thorough and precise and the exercise regimen he provided was quickly and profoundly helpful in moving me forward to attain mobility again. In addition to his skill as a physical therapist, Dr. Jon's accessibility is exceptional. His willingness to function as a mobile PT and come to my home has been a tremendous blessing since I have a houseful of children. And as a self-paying family with no insurance, his reasonable pricing is what made it possible for me to receive physical therapy at all. Two other notable characteristics of his approach are his genuine care for the patient and his firm commitment to living upright before God. He is not out to milk a client dry, but rather to equip the person with the tools needed to achieve their goals and move forward as independently as possible. Dr. Jon is honest and he is trustworthy. His intent is to be a catalyst for help and healing, and he gives generously from his store of skill and experience to make healing and progress happen quickly and efficiently for his patients.

Fantastic experience: I’ve had horrible feet/leg/hip pain for the last few years. Before going to Dr. Jon, I spent thousands of dollars out of pocket on tests and appointments with no diagnosis or relief for the pain. After seeing Dr. Jon one time he gave me a number of ideas he was going to work through and gave me exercises to start immediately. Within a day, many of my pains disappeared or were greatly reduced. Additionally I was able to spend more time talking with Dr. Jon in that first appointment than I had been able to talk to all my other doctors through Bronson combined over the last few years. It was great that Dr. Jon was able to spend the time I needed to work through my issues and not feel rushed. He offers on-time appointments, no moving from waiting room to waiting room and was able to get the time I needed with a Dr. to efficiently sort through my issues. One appointment with Jon sorted through my issues far more than dozens of appointments elsewhere. Can’t say how happy I am and will continue to use Strength & Shield in the future.

Fantastic experience: I met with Dr. Jon to discuss a running-related injury. He saw me quickly following contact and this is the best PT appointment I’ve ever had (and I’ve been to a few PTs)! He helped to diagnose my problem, provided exercises, and an estimated timeline for recovery. Jon spent time explaining the injury and prevention, and answered all my questions. I spent a full hour at the clinic. I did not need a referral and was able to pay with my HSA. Highly recommend!