ABOUT VITAL ROOTS CHIROPRACTIC
Helping You Understand Your Body So You Can Live a Healthier, More Active Life
Vital Roots is a family-owned chiropractic practice built around personalized care, honest guidance, and the belief that chiropractic care should support more than temporary symptom relief.
A Different Approach to Chiropractic Care
Vital Roots Chiropractic was founded on a simple belief: people deserve more than a quick adjustment and a temporary fix.
They deserve a provider who listens, takes the time to understand what they are experiencing, clearly explains what may be contributing to it, and works alongside them toward meaningful goals.
That belief continues to shape everything we do.
Our approach begins with understanding you—your health history, your daily routine, your concerns, and what you want to be able to do. From there, we provide personalized recommendations designed to support healthier movement, sustainable wellness habits, and a more active life.
For some patients, that means finding support for pain or stiffness. For others, it means recovering after an accident, staying active, or taking a more proactive approach to their health.
Wherever you are starting, our goal is to help you better understand your body and feel confident about the next step.
Chiropractic Care Should Extend Beyond Symptom Relief
Too often, healthcare begins only after pain has disrupted someone’s life.
At Vital Roots, we believe chiropractic care can also serve as a proactive tool for healthier living.
That means looking beyond where discomfort appears, considering the factors that may be contributing to it, and helping patients develop habits that support their health outside of the office.
We do not believe in creating fear or recommending care without a clear purpose.
We believe in listening carefully, communicating openly, and giving every patient the information they need to make confident decisions about their health.
What Guides Us
OUR MISSION
To help our community achieve healthier, more active lives through personalized, holistic chiropractic care that supports routine wellness and long-term quality of life.
OUR VISION
To inspire healthier lifestyles through education, personalized care, and proactive wellness.
Care Built Around You
No two patients arrive with the same body, lifestyle, history, or goals. That is why no two care plans should automatically look the same.
Every recommendation at Vital Roots begins with a conversation and an appropriate evaluation.
We take the time to listen to what you are experiencing, assess how your body is moving, explain what we find, and discuss whether chiropractic care is the right fit for your needs.
When care is appropriate, your plan may include chiropractic adjustments, soft-tissue techniques, mobility or strengthening recommendations, and practical guidance you can use between appointments.
When another provider or form of care would better serve you, we will tell you.
Our role is not simply to provide treatment. It is to be a trusted resource, an educator, and a partner in your long-term wellness.
DR. RHETT SUTHERLAND, D.C.
Care From Someone Who Takes the Time to Understand You
Dr. Rhett leads Vital Roots with an approach grounded in listening, education, and personalized care.
Patients frequently describe him as thorough, knowledgeable, and willing to take the time to explain what he sees and why it matters. He believes patients should understand their care rather than simply being told what to do.
His goal is not only to address the concern that brought you into the office. It is to help you better understand your body, recognize the factors that may be affecting how you feel, and leave with practical guidance that supports your health beyond each appointment.
At Vital Roots, appointments are not rushed. Questions are encouraged, recommendations are clearly explained, and every care plan is built around the individual in front of us.
A Welcoming, Family-Owned Practice
Vital Roots is a small, family-owned practice where relationships matter.
From your first phone call to each visit that follows, our team works to create an experience that feels comfortable, personal, and supportive.
We want every patient to feel heard, respected, and confident asking questions. You are not simply another appointment on the schedule. You are a person with your own history, concerns, responsibilities, and goals.
That sense of connection is central to who we are and how we care for our community.
DR. RHETT SUTHERLAND, D.C.
CHIROPRACTIC PHYSICIAN
Born in North Carolina and raised in Florida, Dr. Sutherland has been in practice since 2018. His specialization is in sport-specific care and personal injury. He graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor in Kinesiology and went on to receive his Doctorate from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Port Orange, FL.
TZU SU (MEI)
OFFICE MANAGER
Born and raised in south Florida, Tzu has experience in medical office management/reception and design since 2021. Tzu graduated from the University of Florida in 2017 with a Bachelor in Sociology. She later graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Experimental Media.
CREAMY
EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH
Creamy and Liam are our Remote team members! They encourage all of our staff and patients to practice what we preach with daily morning stretches, breaks to move your body, and to take tiny naps as well. They are big advocates of listening to your body and giving it the TLC it needs.
**Cats do not reside in office**
LIAM
INTERN
Honest Guidance at Every Step
When you visit Vital Roots, you can expect:
A provider who listens before making recommendations.
A clear explanation of what was evaluated and what was found.
Care designed around your health history, comfort level, and goals.
Practical guidance that supports you between appointments.
Honest communication about what chiropractic care may—and may not—be able to address.
A referral to another healthcare provider when your needs fall outside our scope.
Our goal is for you to leave feeling more informed, more comfortable, and more confident about your next step.
Rooted in the Community We Serve
Vital Roots exists to help the people and families in our community live healthier, more active lives.
We are proud to provide a welcoming space where patients can ask questions, learn more about their bodies, and receive care that treats them as active participants in their health.
Our hope is not simply to help people feel better for a moment.
It is to give them greater understanding, healthier habits, and the confidence to continue doing the things that make their lives meaningful.
Your Health Deserves More Than a Temporary Fix
Whether you are dealing with discomfort, recovering from an injury, working to stay active, or simply looking for a more proactive approach to wellness, we are here to listen and help you determine the right next step.