At BackFit Chiropractic and Rehab we are proud to provide a comfortable, caring, and family-like environment. This is easily achieved through the friendly and well trained staff and Doctors. We are fortunate to have a very diverse and highly educated team of Staff Doctors that combined have over 70 years of clinical experience. Our Doctor's make it their mission to address your health concerns and help you reach the wellness level you deserve to be at.

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Chiropractic Physicians

Dr. Yasmin Burke D.C., F.I.A.M.A.

 Dr. Yasmin Burke  founded  BackFit Chiropractic and Rehab in 2002. She has been involved with health sciences since her studies at the University of Arizona. Dr. Yas studied Exercise Physiology with a pre-med emphasis and a minor in Nutrition. Upon completion of her undergraduate studies, Dr. Yas attended the prestigious Palmer College of Chiropractic-West. While in school, she was involved with the Palmer West sports council. There she gained vast experience in sports injuries and acute care. Because of her passion for sports and physiology, she incorporated complete rehab techniques and physiotherapy in the BackFit vision. During her post doctorate years, she studied  acupuncture and obtained a fellowship by the International Academy of Medical Acupuncture.
Dr. Yas is an avid runner and triathlete. Her experience and interest in marathons and triathlons has given her the opportunity to relate to many endurance athletes with training and biomechanical knowledge to help recover and injury prevention.

Dr. Radman "Radi" Rahiminejad, D.C, MUA

Dr. Radman "Radi" Rahiminejad joined BackFit in 2002 merging forces with his sister (Dr. Yasmin) to help develop BackFit Chiropractic & Rehab. Dr. Radi has been involved with health and science related fields ever since his undergraduate studies.

Dr. Radi attended Arizona State University where he studied Psychology with a pre-med emphasis. Upon graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in 1996, Dr. Radi enrolled at the prestigious Palmer College of Chiropractic-West and graduated with his Doctorate in 2001. It was at Palmer West where Dr. Radi first became involved with sports chiropractic. It was his passion for sports rehabilitation that set the groundwork for Dr. Radi to help develop the concept of healthcare that is now BackFit. 

Over the past many years Dr. Radi made it his company's mission to provide the best Chiropractic healthcare to people in the valley and pioneered with his partners to expand BackFit Chiropractic & Rehab to four successful valley wide locations and growing. Dr. Radi practices Palmer diversified technique, and enjoys working with patients of all ages. Dr. Radi recently became certified as a Manipulation Under Anesthesia (MUA) practitioner and has added this certification to his repertoire for treating various conditions. He has staff priviledges at Sonoran Desert Surgery Center in Chandler for this procedure.

When he is not busy practicing or educating his patients and the public on the importance of chiropractic care, Dr. Radi enjoys spending time with his family, wife and two daughters. In addition, he enjoys being active, training for Half Marathons and working out.

Dr. Greg Vogel, D.C., MUA

Dr. Greg Vogel received his Doctorate from Life University while graduating with honors in 2001. Additionally, he earned his B.S. degree in Physiology from the University of Arizona where he continued on his passion for athletics; working in the University training center followed by advanced training at Life Universities athletic training center working with elite athletes. This advanced knowledge is why Dr. Vogel partnered with Dr. Radi and Dr. Yasmin and is now the proprietor of our Gilbert location. This has allowed him to apply his philosophy of functional rehabilitation and cutting edge chiropractic care into Backfit Chiropractic & Rehab.

Chiropractic care was first introduced into Dr. Vogel's life at a very young age through his father. While working as a police officer in New York City his father was severely injured in a motorcycle accident; who amazingly achieved a full recovery with the help of Chiropractic Care. As an athlete all his life Dr. Vogel began seeing a Chiropractor himself at a very young age, originally for headaches and then for preventative care. Since graduating in 2001 he has spent countless hours educating the public about the benefits of Chiropractic Care and he continues to make that his passion today.  Dr. Vogel uses a variety of techniques to treat his patients, including: Diversified, Gonstead, Thompson, SOT, Webster, and Activator.

Besides being an active participant in the local community Dr. Vogel donated his time as one of twenty Chiropractors that participated in a Chiropractic mission trip to Cuzco, Peru. While there he provided free Chiropractic Health Care and established Cuzco's only Chiropractic Health Clinic for future doctors to attend.

Growing up with his family in Arizona since the age of three Dr. Vogel has truly learned to appreciate all that Arizona has to offer including the amazing outdoors. When he is not busy in the clinic he enjoys getting outside, snowboarding, exercising at the gym, playing table tennis and spending quality time with family, friends and his dog Jackson.

Certifications: Manipulation under Anesthesia 2009, Staff Priviledges Sonoran Desert Surgery Center, Golf Biomechanics/Injury Prevention

Professional Affiliations: Arizona Chiropractic Association

Dr. Mark Zitnik, D.C.

Dr. Mark Zitnik joined BackFit in 2007 after earning his doctorate of chiropractic from the prestigious Southern California University of Health Sciences. His undergraduate degree is from the University of Illinois where he also earned the distinction of becoming a four year varsity letter winner.

"While I feel fortunate to have played football at the collegiate level, I have many lingering aches and pains to accompany all the great memories. As a matter of fact, it was my personal experience with debilitating low back pain ( disk bulge) which led to my career in chiropractic. Chiropractic care and physio-therapy allowed me to become active again despite my condition."

It is through his personal experience with back pain that Dr. Zitnik is able to offer the personalized care he provides each of his patients.

Along with his chiropractic and physio-therapy training, Dr. Zitnik has continued his studies in the fields of Nutrition and the Proper Assessment and Treatment of Motor Vehicle Accident Injuries.

Dr. Zitnik is still active in athletics and since his initial diagnosis, has competed in four triathlons, his new found passion.

Dr. Jacob Hanson, D.C.

Dr. Jacob Hanson is a native of Fargo, North Dakota. It was there that he completed his pre-med curriculum while attending North Dakota State University. After completing his undergraduate studies, Dr. Jake went on to attend the renowned Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa. Upon receiving his Doctorate of Chiropractic in June 2005, Dr. Jake moved to Phoenix and has enjoyed treating and educating the greater Phoenix community since that time.

Dr. Jake, having passed all four parts of the National Board of Chiropractic Examinations including Physiotherapy, is board certified in both chiropractic and physiotherapy. Dr. Jake uses many adjusting techniques including Palmer package, Activator and Diversified technique. In his last year at Palmer College, Dr. Jake had the unique experience, as a student, to travel to Marrakech Morocco to provide humanitarian chiropractic care to the underserved and underprivileged communities with Palmer College's Clinic Abroad Program.

Since graduation, Dr. Jake continues to seek out the most current and effective techniques to help his patients by completing numerous hours of continuing education in topics such as functional and corrective exercise, and active physical rehabilitation protocols. Dr. Jake enjoys spending the time needed to fully understand each patient's unique condition and it turn creating a specific treatment plan to alleviate their symptoms and help them attain their personal health care goals.

Dr. Jake is proud to help patients of all ages reach their maximum level of health using natural and safe methods such as chiropractic care and physiotherapy as well as advising on proper nutrition and healthy daily habits. Dr. Jake is also a proud husband and father to his two children who have been receiving regular adjustments since the day they were first born.

Professional Affiliations: Arizona Chiropractic Society

Dr. Derek P. Pruni, D.C.

Dr. Derek Pruni was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This is where he did his Pre-Med studies in biology earning an Associate degree in Biology. He earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree at the prestigious Palmer College of Chiropractic, in Davenport, Iowa in 1994. He has been in private practice helping patients achieve optimal wellness ever since.

Dr. Pruni has completed 100 hours of postgraduate training in rehabilitation of the spine and has earned a certificate from the American Chiropractic Rehabilitation Board and specializes in sports injuries. Dr. Pruni is also proficient in several Chiropractic techniques to include: Gonstead, Diversified, Flexion/Distraction and Activator methods.

Dr. Pruni has extra training in adjusting infants and children, focusing on correcting the nerve imbalance and spinal injuries from birth trauma. It is his passion to help as many families get well and stay well for a lifetime as naturally as possible.

Dr. Tanoj "TC" Bhakta, D.C.

Dr. Tanoj Bhakta was raised in rural Parker, AZ with his family in the hospitality industry. This humble beginning led him to seek a hospitable and natural way to care for his community. Unbeknown to him, his grandfather practiced Ayurveda and Bonesetting throughout his life.

It was until Dr. Bhakta heard of Chiropractic, did all his past observations and experiences coalesce to choose the profession that was innate to him. He did his undergraduate studies at Nova Southeastern University in Davie, Florida and Graduated from Texas Chiropractic College in 2004. His rotations included Pain Management, Manipulation Under Anesthesia and Neurosurgery.

His Chiropractic Adjustment Certifications range from Activator, Gonstead, Toggle Recoil, Thompson, and Diversified techniques. Dr. Bhakta is also Board Eligible in Chiropractic Neurology and certified in Manipulation Under Anesthesia. When he is not seeing patients or educating members of his community on the benefits of chiropractic care, Dr. Bhakta likes to spend time with his wife and two sons.

Dr. Justin Gomez, D.C.

Dr. Justin Gomez is a native of Arizona. After discovering a passion for health and wellness that does not require a prescription, Dr. Gomez enrolled in 2005 to the prestigious Parker College of Chiropractic in Dallas, Texas, where he studied for three years. At Parker CC, he earned his Bachelor's in both Health and Wellness and Anatomy and Physiology, and of course, his Doctorate of Chiropractic. While in school, Dr. Gomez utilized his interest in sports injuries and rehabilitation by participating on the Sports Council. He is a Certified Trigenics Practitioner, which is used to increase performance and strength in muscles.

Once out of school, Dr. Gomez moved back to Arizona with his wife to serve the community that he grew up in. He has been practicing for a year in Gilbert, AZ, treating athletes who come from all sports venues and many others also in need of his care. In July, 2009, Dr. Gomez joined forces with BackFit Chiropractic and Rehab. Dr. Gomez's philosophy is, "the three key elements to health are chiropractic care, nutrition, and proper exercise". He makes it his priority to educate all his patients about chiropractic, nutrition, and exercise to insure lasting chiropractic effects. Certifications: RTP, CES

Dr. Jon Peterson, D.C.

Dr. Jon Peterson is a second generation chiropractor and decided to become a chiropractor at the very young age of eight. An Arizona native, he spent many hours watching and learning from his late father Dr. Don L. Peterson. Early on in his collegiate pursuit to becoming a chiropractor he developed a philosophy that has continued into his professional life:

“Chiropractic care is more than just making the pain disappear. It is about learning, understanding and taking care of your body to improve your quality of life.”

Dr. Jon graduated from the prestigious Parker College of Chiropractic in Dallas, Texas in 2006. Upon graduating Dr. Jon has been practicing in the Phoenix area and uses many of the latest techniques to improve his patients health including diversified, activator and is a diplomate in B.E.S.T., Bio Energetic Synchronization Technique. Dr. Jon keeps up to date on many continuing educational classes, ensuring that his patients receive the most comprehensive and advanced chiropractic care.

Dr. Jon welcomes new and challenging cases, and especially enjoys working with children, expectant mothers, and families of all ages. He also enjoys working with nutrition to help his patients achieve health at the highest level. When he is not in the office you can find him enjoying time with his wife and four active sons, playing basketball, studying nutrition or tinkering around with one of his other many hobbies.

Dr. Ralf Schurmann, D.C.

Dr. Ralf Schurmann graduated in 2004 from the prestigious Palmer College in Davenport Iowa. His early career began in Wisconsin, where he practiced briefly and after two years relocated to Montana, where he has been busy practicing in his private practice for the next five years. Dr. Schurmann got introduced to Chiropractic as a result of a motorcycle accident. Life changing results fueled his passion for the Chiropractic profession and his devotion to helping his patients.

Dr. Schurmann spent several weeks in Brazil to provide free Chiropractic care to those in need. He is dedicated to helping others and being a caring physician. His early childhood was spent growing up in Germany, while his teenage years were spent growing up in Wisconsin. It is the Midwest where he attended his undergrad studies and later graduated Chiropractic School. He has a passion for the outdoors, skiing and traveling. He spends as much of his free time as he can with his family and his 3 children.

Naturopathic Physicians

Dr. Spice Lussier, NMD

Dr. Lussier is a licensed Naturopathic physician in Arizona. She obtained a bachelor degree in Biomedical Chemistry from Oral Roberts University. Prior to pursuing training in medical school, she spent time working in an HMO medical office and realized there was something more to medicine than just spending 10 minutes with patients and giving prescriptions to manage symptoms. She decided to pursue her Naturopathic medical degree at the Southwest College of Naturopathic medicine in Tempe, Arizona. She now practices natural medicine with a focus on treating the whole person and not just dealing with symptoms. Dr. Lussier is currently accepting new patients at BackFit in Chandler, AZ.

Chandler - 480.917.1720    Gilbert - 480.497.2900    Mesa - 480.830.2882    Phx - 602.840.0056