Dr. Samuel W. Richards, D.C.
Dr. Richards was born and raised in St. Petersburg, FL and is a multi generation native. He went to the historic St. Petersburg High School and the University of South Florida in Tampa and graduated with a Bachelors of Science in Bio Medical Science with an emphasis in public health.
He then attended Palmer College of Chiropractic in Port Orange, Florida. Dr. Richards continued his education by gaining certifications in the Active Release Techniques, Graston Technique, Functional Movement Techniques, Functional Movement Taping, Titleist Performance Institute Medical Level 3, McKenzie Methods, SFMA (Selective Functional Movement Assessment) and is a previous certified personal trainer.
He is a member of the American Chiropractic Association, ACA Sports Council, Pinellas County Chiropractic Society and the Florida Chiropractic Association. By combining the very best hands-on-technique, Dr. Richards is able to help you to accelerate and/or maintain your journey to good health.
Dr. Samuel Richards uses chiropractic care to improve the health and wellness in all areas of patient’s lives, whether they are having problems with back pain or neck pain, or just want to start feeling better when they wake up in the morning.
From car accidents to sports injuries we have you covered in St Pete, and want to be your chiropractor. Dr. Richards takes a ‘whole person’ approach in chiropractic care, which means looking for the underlying causes of disease, discomfort, and pain, as opposed to just treating the symptoms.
Many seemingly unrelated symptoms often arise from imbalances in the spinal column, and Dr. Richards will be able to determine the root of the pain and create a personalized chiropractic and wellness plan to suit each patient’s individual needs. Under the supervision and care of our caring and skilled chiropractor, patients report higher functioning in all areas of their lives.
Current Certifications
- ART (Active Release Techniques) Upper Extremity Certified
- ART (Active Release Techniques) Spine Certified
- ART (Active Release Techniques) Lower Extremity Certified
- ART (Active Release Techniques) Never Entrapment Certified
- FMT (Functional Movement Taping) Basic & Performance Kinesio Taping Certified
- FMT (Functional Movement Techniques) Rock blades IASTM Certified
- FMT (Functional Movement Techniques) Movability Certified
- TPI (Titleist Performance Institute Certified)
- TPI (Titleist Performance Institute Level 3 Medical Professional Certified)
- PGA/PSC Clinical Golf Program
- SFMA (Selective Functional Movement Assessment) Certified
- Graston M1 & M2 IASTM Certified
- Personal Trainer (ISFTA) Certified (Previous)
Dr. Brandon Blitz, D.C.
Dr. Blitz is a chiropractor with a strong background in athletics, fitness, and movement-based care. He has maintained a lifelong commitment to health and performance, bringing that same discipline and drive into his clinical practice. His approach focuses on helping patients recover from injuries, move efficiently, and maintain long-term physical resilience.
Dr. Blitz earned his undergraduate degree in Exercise and Physiology from Florida State University, where he developed a strong foundation in human movement, performance, and wellness. He then attended Palmer College of Chiropractic in Port Orange, Florida, where he completed extensive academic and clinical training, building expertise in chiropractic adjusting, patient evaluation, and evidence-informed care.
He continued his postgraduate education through advanced technique seminars and specialty certifications, emphasizing full-spine adjusting, extremity care, and soft tissue integration. Dr. Blitz has completed Motion Palpation Institute seminars in full-spine adjusting, lower-body integration, and pediatrics & pregnancy, and is certified in ART® (Active Release Techniques®) Full Spine Level 1 and Lower Extremity Level 1. By combining precise chiropractic adjustments with soft tissue techniques, movement assessment, and rehabilitation principles, Dr. Blitz is able to help patients accelerate recovery and maintain long-term health.
Dr. Brandon Blitz uses chiropractic care to improve health and wellness in all areas of a patient’s life — whether they are experiencing neck pain, back pain, accident-related injuries, or simply want to move and feel better in their daily routine.
From motor vehicle accidents to sports and workout-related injuries, Dr. Blitz provides comprehensive care with a focus on restoring function and preventing future issues. He takes a “whole person” approach to chiropractic care, meaning he looks for the underlying causes of pain and dysfunction rather than simply treating symptoms.
Many seemingly unrelated symptoms can arise from imbalances within the spine and surrounding soft tissues. Dr. Blitz performs thorough evaluations to identify these imbalances and creates personalized chiropractic and wellness plans tailored to each patient’s individual needs. Under his care, patients often report improved movement, reduced pain, and higher overall function in daily life.
Current Certifications & Training
- ART® (Active Release Techniques®) Full Spine Level 1 Certified
- ART (Active Release Techniques) Upper Extremity Certified
- ART® (Active Release Techniques®) Lower Extremity Level 1 Certified
- Motion Palpation Institute – Full Spine Adjusting
- Motion Palpation Institute – Lower Body Integration
- Motion Palpation Institute – Pediatrics & Pregnancy
- Activator Methods Basic Proficiency
- Graston M1 & M2 IASTM Certified
- SFMA (Selective Functional Movement Assessment) Certified
- TPI (Titleist Performance Institute Level 2 Medical Professional Certified)