Our "Why"

Our Foundation and
impact on Our community

Our Purpose

We are committed to getting you out of pain, restoring your function, and helping you return to daily activities as quickly as possible.

Our Mission

As a Christian, purpose-driven chiropractic and advanced physical therapeutic clinic, we are committed to making a positive impact on our community with our expert care, state-of-the-art technology, compassion, and community involvement. We empower continuous progress in your health journey, helping you and your family live a fuller, more functional, healthier life.

Dr. Richard R. Shaker, D.C.
Founder of Shaker Spine & Sport Institute, 1990

Our Story

It all started with a chronic ankle injury, a determined father, and a life-changing Chiropractic visit in 1978. After suffering with chronic ankle pain on the football field, our founder Dr. Richard R. Shaker was taken by his father Paul, Flint, Michigan’s top sporting goods salesman, to four of the best sports medicine doctors around, yet no one could resolve the issue. During the time, Dr. Shaker was enrolled in a Pre-med curriculum while in high school, knowing he wanted to become a doctor but unsure of his specialty.

This all changed when his father found a local Flint Chiropractor named Dr. Lindsay relieved his pain and restored his athletic mobility, inspiring Dr. Shaker to pursue Chiropractic care. Dr. Shaker went on to build a stellar career successfully treating thousands of patients from around the world; including professional athletes, international dignitaries, and, of course, various members of the Tampa Bay community. Today, Shaker Spine & Sport Institute carries forward Dr. Shaker's legacy - delivering world-class care with the same purpose and passion that sparked it all.

Impact on our patients

Since 1990, our founder, Dr. Richard R. Shaker has made a significant impact on the South Tampa community and beyond. He has successfully treated people with orthopedic and neurological conditions from head to toe, helping some of them get out of walkers, crutches, and braces. From the Joe to the Pro, Dr. Shaker was able to restore function to many. Dr. Shaker has over 20 years of post-graduate training in European, Canadian, and American Chiropractic and manual medicine.

Past Video Testimonial Reviews Featuring Dr. Shaker

Our Chiropractic Physicians (Dr. Katherine and Dr. Zander) and Clinical Director (Erlin Monrouzeau, Certified Chiropractic Assistant) are continuing Dr. Shaker's legacy by treating patients with expert and compassionate care.

Latest Reviews Featuring Dr. Katherine, Dr. Zander, and Erlin

Impact beyond our clinic

In addition to making a positive impact on our patients' health and wellbeing, we make a positive impact on our local Tampa community through participating and/or sponsoring charity events, fundraisers, donation collections, and more. Want to make a difference in your community with us? Call/text us or stop by our our office.

Our Most
Recent
Initiative!
February 22, 2025
Participated in Tampa's 48th Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic 15k

Every year, the Publix Gasparilla Distance Classic Association hosts a race weekend where there are 4 distances to choose from (i.e. 15k, half marathon, 8k, and 5k). This endeavor raises funds for charitable youth organizations and running programs in the Tampa Bay area. In 2024, the association donated over $200,000. The race began on Davis Island and ends in the Ballast Point neighborhood of South Tampa.

We are so proud of our Clinical Director and Community Liaison, Erlin Monrouzeau, for completing the 15k (9.3 miles) in 2hrs 47 mins.

it's not just Pain Relief ...
It's Your Comeback Story

Michael Torowus

I first went to an urgent care for my ankle injury, but they left me undiagnosed and didn’t provide any real help. Thankfully, I found Shaker Spine & Sport and scheduled an appointment. Dr. Katherine and Dr. Zander quickly diagnosed my injury and provided effective treatment. The office is beautiful and looks brand new, creating a great atmosphere for recovery. As a college athlete, I highly recommend them for any injury treatment, and I’ll definitely be returning if I ever need care in the future!

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Michael Torowus

I first went to an urgent care for my ankle injury, but they left me undiagnosed and didn’t provide any real help. Thankfully, I found Shaker Spine & Sport and scheduled an appointment. Dr. Katherine and Dr. Zander quickly diagnosed my injury and provided effective treatment. The office is beautiful and looks brand new, creating a great atmosphere for recovery. As a college athlete, I highly recommend them for any injury treatment, and I’ll definitely be returning if I ever need care in the future!

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Stalin Gomez

Excelente profesional, la atención muy buena, me ayudo con mi dolor de espalda, los recomiendo 100%…

Stalin Gomez

Excelente profesional, la atención muy buena, me ayudo con mi dolor de espalda, los recomiendo 100%…

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Melanie Sikorski

I am new to chiropractic treatment. I had not sought it out before as I don't suffer traditional back issues necessarily. What I do have is the wear and tear of the aging and menopausal process, producing pain in so many of my joints. Dr. Katherine has been very thorough in assessing and advising me that she is there for ALL joints of the body. So far she has addressed pain in my hip, neck, thumbs, and weirdly one big toe. I am now a convert! If you are similar, suffering from more "random" joint paints, add her services to your self-care, self-maintenance treatment routine... you won't regret it!! Visit He fixed ylingering shoulder pain! Cann't wait until I get the rest of my aching self all fixed up.

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Melanie Sikorski

I am new to chiropractic treatment. I had not sought it out before as I don't suffer traditional back issues necessarily. What I do have is the wear and tear of the aging and menopausal process, producing pain in so many of my joints. Dr. Katherine has been very thorough in assessing and advising me that she is there for ALL joints of the body. So far she has addressed pain in my hip, neck, thumbs, and weirdly one big toe. I am now a convert! If you are similar, suffering from more "random" joint paints, add her services to your self-care, self-maintenance treatment routine... you won't regret it!! Visit He fixed ylingering shoulder pain! Cann't wait until I get the rest of my aching self all fixed up.

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