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Meet the Team at Revive Performance Therapy
We're a team of Doctors of Physical Therapy in Columbus, GA dedicated to helping athletes and active adults across Columbus and surrounding communities overcome injury, restore movement, and perform at their best.
The Revive Approach
Every patient at Revive works one-on-one with a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy, not an aide, not a tech. Whether you're here for physical therapy, manual therapy, or return-to-sport rehab, we find the root cause, build a personalized plan, and track real progress every visit.
The Principles Behind Every Visit
Great care starts with a clear standard. These are the principles that guide how we work with every athlete and active adult who walks through our door, from the first eval to the final session.
One-on-One, Every Session
You work directly with a Doctor of Physical Therapy for a full hour, no technicians, no double-booking, no handoffs.
Root-Cause Evaluation
We don't chase symptoms. Every plan starts by finding what's actually driving the problem and addressing it at the source.
A Performance Mindset
The goal isn't just to get out of pain, it's to return to lifting, running, and competing with confidence and resilience.
Honest, Individualized Plans
Your plan is built around your body and your goals. No protocols, no guesswork, no one-size-fits-all approaches.
Our Team
Dr. Eric Summerford
PT, DPT, FAAOMPT, CSCS
Dr. Eric Summerford is the founder of Revive Performance Therapy and a performance-based physical therapist specializing in orthopedic and sports rehabilitation. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from Columbus State University and his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Georgia State University in Atlanta, GA. He completed his advanced Fellowship training to become a highly distinguished Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists at the Institute for Athlete Regeneration based in Houston, Texas.
Dr. Summerford is passionate about building meaningful connections and ensuring every patient feels his commitment to helping them return to the activities they love, whether that’s competing at a world class level or simply getting back to a favorite hobby without pain.
As a lifelong athlete with a deep passion for sports and fitness, he brings that same dedication to relentlessly refining his craft in the pursuit of clinical excellence. He holds numerous Dry Needling certifications, manual therapy, and completion of other advanced courses in sports and orthopedic rehabilitation.
Outside of the clinic, you'll likely find him spending time with his family and friends, training in the gym, competing in a sport, or supporting his athletes at their competitions!
Dr. Michael Woodall
PT, DPT
Dr. Michael Woodall earned his Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from Kennesaw State University and his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Augusta University. Since then, he has dedicated his career to helping patients overcome pain, recover from injury, and perform at their highest potential.
With a strong background in sports and orthopedic rehabilitation, Dr. Woodall has pursued advanced training in dry needling, manual therapy, running-related injuries, and more. He takes pride in creating highly individualized plans of care, built on a collaborative patient-provider partnership. His approach blends evidence-based manual therapy, functional strength training, and movement optimization to help patients return to the activities, sports, and lifestyles they love stronger and more resilient than before.
Outside the clinic, Dr. Woodall lives an active lifestyle. You’ll often find him playing tennis or soccer, strength training, running, or enjoying a competitive game night with friends.
Dr. Maison McKee
PT, DPT
Dr. Maison McKee earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of North Florida in 2013. During his first eight years of practice, he trained extensively in and treated patients using the spine-specific technique Arthropraxis, developing a strong foundation in complex spinal conditions. Since then, Dr. McKee has expanded his practice to treat a wide variety of musculoskeletal injuries across all populations.
He has a special interest in working with athletes experiencing back pain, focusing on identifying and addressing the various underlying causes that can limit performance and quality of life. He is passionate about helping patients move better, return to activity, and achieve long-term results.
Outside of the clinic, Maison enjoys spending time in the gym, running, and playing chess. Most importantly, he values time with his wife and their two daughters.
Dr. Ali Freeland
PT, DPT
Dr. Ali Freeland graduated from the University of Mississippi with her Bachelor’s in Exercise Science and Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Washington University in St. Louis.
She has worked with athletes in all stages, ranging from high school to professional levels. In addition, she has undergone pelvic floor continuing education through Herman & Wallace courses, treating active duty military women to return to training post partum. Additionally, she is a certified dry needling and vestibular/concussion provider.
Dr. Ali Freeland loves to help people return to any and all activities they love, through an individual and movement based approach, finding the true cause of your symptoms.
Outside the clinic, she enjoys weight lifting, taking her two dogs for walks and cheering on the Ole Miss Rebels.
What Our Patients Say
5-star rated with 147 Google reviews from athletes and active adults in Columbus.
The Right Team Changes Everything
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