Welcome to Carrollwood Village Chiropractic with Dr. Tatiana and Dr. Michael!

Chiropractic & Rehab

At Move Forward Chiropractic in Tampa, we offer comprehensive chiropractic & rehab services including upper cervical, Gonstead, diversified, Blair, Toggle recoil, Thompson drop, and activator techniques to treat back pain, neck pain, sciatica, shoulder injuries, TMJ issues, and sports injuries; our care integrates functional rehabilitation, mobility & stability training, strength coaching, manu... Read More

At Move Forward Chiropractic in Tampa, we offer comprehensive chiropractic & rehab services including upper cervical, Gonstead, diversified, Blair, Toggle recoil, Thompson drop, and activator techniques to treat back pain, neck pain, sciatica, shoulder injuries, TMJ issues, and sports injuries; our care integrates functional rehabilitation, mobility & stability training, strength coaching, manual therapies, IASTM (scraping tool), myofascial release, cupping, blood flow restriction, dry needling, ultrasound, electrical stimulation and compression therapy so you get a personalized treatment plan built around your goals whether your aim is pain relief, performance enhancement, injury prevention, or improved function.


Lifestyle & Functional Medicine

Through our Lifestyle & Functional Medicine program, Dr. Vega partners with you to address hormonal imbalances, metabolic dysfunction, sleep disorders, PCOS, depression, anxiety, chronic fatigue, migraines, headaches, weight loss resistance, and chronic disease, using evidence-based strategies such as blood lab analysis, nutritional counseling, vitamin and herbal therapy, exercise & lifestyle c... Read More

Through our Lifestyle & Functional Medicine program, Dr. Vega partners with you to address hormonal imbalances, metabolic dysfunction, sleep disorders, PCOS, depression, anxiety, chronic fatigue, migraines, headaches, weight loss resistance, and chronic disease, using evidence-based strategies such as blood lab analysis, nutritional counseling, vitamin and herbal therapy, exercise & lifestyle coaching, and virtual or in-office follow-ups to optimize energy, metabolic rate, gut health, inflammation, and overall wellness.


Acupuncture (Dr. Vega only)/Dry-Needling

Move Forward Chiropractic’s Acupuncture & Dry Needling services in Tampa deliver targeted relief for chronic pain, headaches and migraines, TMJ dysfunction, shoulder pain, knee issues, reduced range of motion, and muscle tension. We provide traditional acupuncture that follows time-tested Chinese medicine meridians to restore balance, improve circulation, and support natural healing, alongside ... Read More

Move Forward Chiropractic’s Acupuncture & Dry Needling services in Tampa deliver targeted relief for chronic pain, headaches and migraines, TMJ dysfunction, shoulder pain, knee issues, reduced range of motion, and muscle tension. We provide traditional acupuncture that follows time-tested Chinese medicine meridians to restore balance, improve circulation, and support natural healing, alongside modern dry needling into muscular trigger points for precise relief. Treatments may be enhanced by electroacupuncture and red light therapy to accelerate recovery, reduce inflammation, and improve mobility.


Weight Loss

Our Weight Loss & Nutritional Assessment program is a science-driven, functional medicine-focused approach to sustainable weight loss, muscle building, metabolic health, and chronic disease management. We evaluate your body composition, metabolic rate, gut and digestive health, micronutrient status, and lifestyle factors, then design a personalized nutrition plan that makes use of the foods you... Read More

Our Weight Loss & Nutritional Assessment program is a science-driven, functional medicine-focused approach to sustainable weight loss, muscle building, metabolic health, and chronic disease management. We evaluate your body composition, metabolic rate, gut and digestive health, micronutrient status, and lifestyle factors, then design a personalized nutrition plan that makes use of the foods you already like and love while guiding you toward healthier choices. With meal planning, supplement guidance, behavioral coaching, and ongoing follow-up, we help you lose weight, build lean muscle, improve insulin sensitivity, reduce inflammation, support digestion, and achieve long-term results you can maintain.

Personal Life:

  • Has a sweet tooth, especially after any meal
  • Enjoys Crossfit, Hiking, Kayaking, OC1 & Dragon Boating
  • Part of the Pink Dragon Ladies, DragonBoat Cancer Division
  • Enjoys traveling
  • Breast Cancer Survivor

Education Side:

  • Doctor of Chiropractic - Palmer College of Chiropractic
  • Bachelor’s in Athletic Training - University of Tampa Exercise Science Concentration
  • She worked closely with the baseball team during her junior year and the Clearwater Central Catholic high school football team during her senior year.
  • Was a Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT) in Puerto Rico for 6 years
  • Specializes in mobility, stability, and strength training
  • Specialises in sports rehabilitation
  • Was a professional dancer in Puerto Rico

Certifications:

  • Certified by RockTape in Kinesio taping, IASTM (scraping tool), RockPods (cupping), & RockFloss (Blood Flow Restriction)
  • Certified Dry Needling Practitioner (Cert. DN) by AAMT
  • Certified in McKenzie Methods A & B
  • Palmer Package (Toggle Recoil, Diversified, Gonstead, Thompson Drops)

Additional Education:

  • Activator Protocols (Instrument Adjusting), Extra-* Spinal, Comprehensive Spinal Rehab, Grostic Upper Cervical
  • Flexion/Distraction

Personal Life: Has a sweet tooth, especially after any meal Enjoys Crossfit, Hiking, Kayaki... Read More

Personal Life:

  • Pizza, Burgers, & Ice Cream fanatic
  • Weight lifting, kayaking, and hiking
  • Hardcore gamer (Smite, Apex, Marvel Rivals)
  • Enjoys correcting nutrition misinformation
  • Testicular Cancer Survivor

Education Side:

  • Doctor of Chiropractic - Palmer College of Chiropractic
  • Bachelor of Science in Biology, Biomedical concentration - University of Puerto Rico
  • Master of Science in Integrative & Functional Medicine: Nutrition concentration & Alzheimer’s, Dementia & Memory Care Concentration - John Patrick University of Health and Applied Sciences
  • Masters in Business Administration (MBA) concentration in Online Marketing (Candidate 2025)

Certifications:

  • Certified Dry Needling Practitioner (Cert. DN) by AAMT
  • Certified BioLayne Nutritional Coach (BINC) Lvl 1 & 2 by Clean Health Education
  • Performance Nutrition Coach (PNC) Lvl 1, 2 & 3 by Clean Health Education
  • Certified Herbalist by Lost Art Academy
  • Certified Chiropractic Acupuncture Practitioner (CCAP) by NBCE
  • Certified by RockTape in Kinesio taping, IASTM (scraping tool), RockPods (cupping), & RockFloss (Blood Flow Restriction)
  • Certified Blair Upper Cervical Practitioner
  • Certified Grostic Upper Cervical Procedures Practitioner
  • Palmer Package (Toggle Recoil, Diversified, Gonstead, Thompson Drops)

Additional Education: * Activator Protocols (Instrument Adjusting), IASTM, Extra-Spinal * Flexion/Distraction

Coming Soon (2025)

  • Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist (LDN) (Candidate 2026)
  • Diplomate of the American Board of Clinical Nutrition (DABCN) (Candidate 2026)
  • Certified Nutritionist - Washington State

Personal Life: Pizza, Burgers, & Ice Cream fanatic Weight lifting, kayaking, and hiking... Read More

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