Denise Smith was recently featured in Fit & Well in an article written by Maddy Biddulph  discussing how women can manage perimenopausal hip pain through targeted mobility, flexibility, and strength exercises. In the article, Denise explains how hormonal changes during perimenopause can contribute to joint stiffness, discomfort, and decreased mobility, especially in the hips, knees, and low back.

She shares practical strategies women can use to stay active and reduce pain, emphasizing the importance of combining mobility work, stretching, stability training, and strength exercises. The feature also highlights four exercises to help improve hip flexibility, stability, and overall movement, with video demonstrations included for each exercise so readers can easily follow along at home.

The entire article can be found here.

About Denise:

Denise Smith is a physical therapist with over 20 years of experience, dedicated to treating each patient as an individual. She holds advanced certifications in hands-on manual therapy, functional movement patterns, and the treatment of athletes of all levels. As a busy mom, she understands the value of time and founded Smith Physical Therapy+ in 2015 with a mission to help patients recover faster.

Recognizing a significant gap in care for women navigating midlife changes, Denise expanded her expertise as a menopause medicine specialist and founded Woman Strong and the Menopause Medicine program at Smith Physical Therapy+. Through this work, she helps women understand how hormonal changes impact movement, strength, mobility, and overall performance, providing them with the tools to stay strong, active, and confident at every stage of life.

Denise believes our bodies were made to move and that “sitting is a disease” that can lead to long-term health challenges. Her goal is to help individuals take control of their strength so they can move with confidence and resilience throughout their lives.