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Dr. Alex Smith, DC, Chiropractor in Franklin, TN
Dr. Alex Smith is a Doctor of Chiropractic at Cool Springs Chiropractic, treating patients throughout Franklin, Brentwood, and Cool Springs, Tennessee. A graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic and a second-generation chiropractor, Dr. Smith grew up around the profession before making it his own, and brings a runner's and fitness coach's perspective to how he treats movement-related pain.
Credentials & Training
Palmer College graduate + second-generation chiropractor
Palmer College of Chiropractic · Second-generation chiropractor · Former CrossFit instructor
Dr. Smith earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic. He is a second-generation chiropractor, having grown up with the profession in his family before pursuing it as his own career. Before focusing full-time on chiropractic, he worked as a CrossFit instructor, which continues to shape how he coaches patients through movement, mobility, and recovery.
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Philosophy of Care
The body heals when the nervous system is working right
Dr. Smith's approach starts from a simple premise: the human body has a natural ability to heal itself when the nervous system and spine are functioning the way they're supposed to. He talks with patients about how physical, chemical, and emotional stress all show up in the body, not just the physical strain from an injury or bad posture, and builds care plans that account for the whole picture.
What Dr. Smith Is Known For
The cases patients seek him out for
- Running and fitness-related injuries, drawing on his own background as a runner and CrossFit instructor
- Movement and mobility coaching alongside traditional adjustments
- Family chiropractic care, informed by his own second-generation roots
- Stress-related musculoskeletal pain
- SoftWave and spinal decompression therapy alongside adjustments
Recognition
Williamson County Sizzle Award-winning team
Dr. Smith has been recognized alongside Dr. Hinz as a Williamson County Sizzle Award winner. Cool Springs Chiropractic has earned more than 400 five-star Google reviews from patients across Franklin, Brentwood, and Cool Springs.
Outside the Practice
Memphis roots, Middle Tennessee family
Dr. Smith was born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee, and relocated to Middle Tennessee to join Cool Springs Chiropractic. He's married to Alexis, and the two have three children, Ainsley, Baylor, and Charlotte.
500+
5-star Google reviews
12+ years
Voted Best in Williamson Co.
Since 2009
Trusted in Franklin
All ages
Newborn to senior
FAQ
About Dr. Smith
Who is Dr. Alex Smith?
Dr. Alex Smith is a Doctor of Chiropractic at Cool Springs Chiropractic in Franklin, TN. He's a graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic and a second-generation chiropractor treating patients from Franklin, Brentwood, and Cool Springs.
Where did Dr. Alex Smith go to school?
Dr. Smith earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic, the same institution that trains many of the country's leading chiropractors.
What is Dr. Smith's approach to chiropractic care?
Dr. Smith focuses on the body's natural ability to heal itself, addressing physical, chemical, and emotional sources of stress rather than treating pain in isolation. He works closely with runners and fitness-focused patients but treats patients of all ages.
Does Dr. Smith specialize in sports or running injuries?
Dr. Smith has a particular focus on running and fitness-related injuries, drawing on his own background as a runner and former CrossFit instructor to guide movement and recovery-focused care.
Is Dr. Smith a second-generation chiropractor?
Yes. Dr. Smith comes from a family with roots in chiropractic care, which shapes his long-term, family-centered approach to treatment.
Has Dr. Smith won any awards?
Dr. Smith has been recognized as a Williamson County Sizzle Award winner for chiropractic care.
What is the $49 New Patient Special with Dr. Smith?
New patients can see Dr. Smith for $49, which includes a consultation, an exam, and a review of a personalized treatment plan.
Where does Dr. Smith practice?
Dr. Smith practices at Cool Springs Chiropractic, 3252 Aspen Grove Drive, Suite 13, Franklin, TN 37067, serving Franklin, Brentwood, and Cool Springs, TN.
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