HiFLEX Health and Performance Podcast

Surgery is just the first step. Recovery is where the real work happens. In this episode, Dr. Chelsea Smith is joined by Physical Therapy Assistant Simon Ibrahim to discuss what patients can truly expect after surgery. Drawing on over two decades of clinical experience, Simon shares insights on post-op rehab for total knee replacements, ACLs, and shoulder/rotator cuff surgeries—including common mi...

In today’s special episode, we’re sharing a conversation Dr. Chelsea Smith had on the Uncaged Clinician podcast with host David Bailiff. You’ll hear Chelsea unpack how HiFLEX Health & Performance: – Grew from a mobile PT practice into a hybrid clinic in Chattanooga – Builds deep, collaborative relationships with local trainers (like Blake at Hex Performance) – Keeps Christ and client-centered...

In this episode of the HiFLEX Health & Performance Podcast, Dr. Chelsea Smith explains everything you need to know about dry needling: what it is, how it works, what you can expect to feel, and the benefits for pain relief, mobility, and muscle activation. She also shares the unique HiFLEX approach (Integrative Dry Needling), which looks at the whole body — not just the pain site — to create l...

Healing is never just physical. At HiFLEX Health & Performance, we believe God designed the body to move, heal, and thrive. In this episode, Dr. Chelsea Smith takes listeners behind the scenes of her practice, sharing how prayer is woven into every part of patient care. From praying before patients even step through the door, to walking alongside those with chronic pain, Chelsea explains why p...

Dr. Chelsea Smith explores the powerful relationship between sleep, stress, and pain. Learn how disrupted sleep can increase nervous system sensitivity and slow the healing process—and how better rest can lead to faster recovery and less pain. She shares real-life case studies, actionable tips for sleep hygiene, insights from her faith, and how physical therapy supports the body’s rest-and-repair...

Is stretching really helping your pain and mobility—or just wasting your time? In this episode, Dr. Chelsea Smith busts the most common myths about stretching and explains why static stretching might not be the solution for tight hips, hamstrings, or shoulder pain. Discover smarter ways to improve flexibility, stability, and range of motion that actually translate into better movement and less pai...

In this episode of the Highlex Health and Performance Podcast, Dr. Chelsea Smith explains the science, purpose, and powerful healing potential behind Amino Neuro Frequency (ANF) therapy. From frequency medicine and inflammation to trauma-informed healing and real-life success stories, this conversation is a deep dive into how God-designed bodies can heal—without chemicals or invasive treatments....

Feeling stressed? Neck and shoulder tension creeping in? You might be breathing all wrong. In this episode of the HiFLEX Health & Performance Podcast , Dr. Chelsea Smith shares a simple 5-minute breathing reset that can hack your nervous system to calm down, ease stress, and relieve pain—fast! Find more tips on the HiFLEX blog: www.hiflexhealth.com/blog🔗 Connect with UsEmail: chelsea@hiflexhe...

Welcome to Episode 4 of the HiFLEX Health & Performance Podcast! Join Dr. Chelsea Smith as she discusses how to Fast-Track Your Comeback with your Home Exercise Program! Recovering from an injury or surgery? Ready to get back to your sport or active lifestyle? Learn how a Home Exercise Program (HEP) can help you recover faster, prevent re-injury, and achieve long-term results. Find more tips o...

Welcome to Episode 3 of the HiFLEX Health & Performance Podcast! Join Dr. Chelsea Smith as she dives into understanding and connecting with your body’s baseline. In this episode, Dr. Chelsea explores why knowing your "normal" is essential for tracking health, identifying changes, and promoting healing. From monitoring joint mobility to checking lymph nodes, she shares simple self-check tips to...

Join your host Dr. Chelsea Smith, PT and guest Dr. Sarah Peterson, PT as they discuss the power behind truly 1:1 care and the impact it makes having time for attention to detail. In this episode we discuss: Delving Deep to Uncover the Root Issue Comprehensive Care for Holistic Healing Faster Recovery with Fewer Visits Empowering Patients for Long-Term Success

Welcome to the first episode of the HiFLEX Health & Performance Podcast! In this inaugural episode, Dr. Chelsea Smith, your host and expert physical therapist, delves into the compelling reasons behind starting this podcast. The human body is a remarkable and complex design, created to move and heal with incredible efficiency. Our mission with this podcast series is to break down this intricat...