About Vice Lujan

"Every man builds his world in his own image. 
He has the power to choose, but no power to escape the necessity of choice."
​-Ayn Rand
Originally from Bakersfield, California, Vice was born and raised in the central valley. After high school, he started dealing with some weight and health issues. His weight went up to 230 lbs, energy was low, had digestive problems, and was experience joint pain. Not wanting to be sick anymore, he started studying nutrition and exercise to help himself. As he started losing weight and was feeling better, he knew he wanted to help others. Vice knew if he could change, then he can help guide others to living a healthier lifestyle.

​Vice earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Exercise Science with a minor in Nutrition at Bastyr University. While studying at Bastyr, Vice knew that he wanted to become a physician. What he also knew was that he did not want to spend his days writing prescriptions. While researching health care careers, he came across the chiropractic profession.

Ironman Tulsa 140.6 Finisher - Tulsa, OK

​While studying at Bastyr, Vice visited and shadowed chiropractors in the Seattle, WA area. He witnessed the power of chiropractic firsthand and was able to receive his first adjustment. Afterward, he went home and felt incredibly relaxed and noticed how much more range of motion he had in his neck and back. He knew chiropractic care was the direction he wanted to take his career in.
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From then on, Vice was on a mission. He especially loved how chiropractic relied on the body's own ability to heal itself without the use of drugs or surgery. Growing up, he did not like taking medications for anything, so, becoming a chiropractor was a natural fit for him.

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Vice earned his Doctor in Chiropractic degree from New York Chiropractic College in Seneca Falls, New York. He has 13 years of experience and has practiced in New York, South Carolina, and California. Taking care of patients as young as hours old to patients that are "seasoned," active, and in their 90's comes naturally to him. He has extensive experience caring for runners, powerlifters, triathletes and those who are weekend warriors because he specializes in extremity adjusting. He enjoys caring for athletes of all ages, educators, and members of the service community including nurses, dental hygienists, hair stylists, military personnel, waiters/waitresses, police officers, firefighters, and emergency medical technicians.

Bakersfield, California has always been home for Vice and he moved backed in 2016 to be closer to his family. While building his practice in Bakersfield, Vice pursued another degree from Michigan State University and graduated with a Doctor of Philosophy degree. 

​In his time away from the office, Vice enjoys spending quality time with his daughter, as well as running, swimming, cycling, powerlifting, reading, and writing poetry.

Vice enjoys taking care of his patients and he looks forward to caring for you and your family, too!

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Degrees & Certifications

  • Doctor of Philosophy from Michigan State University
  • Doctor of Chiropractic from New York Chiropractic College
  • American Chiropractic Rehabilitation Board Diplomat- Level 3
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Exercise Science & Wellness from Bastyr University
  • Life, Fitness & Goal Oriented Coach​
  • Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist
  • Selective Functional Movement Assessment Certified 
  • Certified Kettlebell & Dynamic Movement Instructor
  • Certified Kinesiotape Taping Practitioner
  • NeuroMuscular Reeducation Myofascial Practitioner
  • Certified Personal Fitness Trainer
  • ​Myofascial Cupping & Scraping Certified 

Tough Mudder Finisher - Toronto, Canada

VICE KEEPS ME MOVING

"Osteoarthritis and lumbar stenosis made me immobile. Vice's care and treatments assisted in maintaining my health. 

Vice is knowledgeable and keeps current with treatment techniques. He is encouraging to stretch and gives tips for self care between sessions.

By seeing Vice on a once a month basis, he keeps me moving!" -C.H.

AMAZING CARE

"Vice Lujan has a gentle yet powerful touch. He actually listens to his clients. His knowledge of fitness and the body will help you find your path to healthier living. As a bodyworker, he is amazing! I highly recommend!" M.T.

I CAN LIFT MY ARM ABOVE MY HEAD

"Today was my second appointment with Vice. The first one was two weeks ago. I had great pain in my right shoulder and the furthest I could lift my arm was about shoulder height. I can try to lift it up to my neck line, but it really hurts. Been experiencing this for two years now.

After my first session, I can lift my arm all the way up! 

Three days after my first session, I can touch my ear on the other side using my right arm over my head!

It was night and day results. Thank you Vice!" -M.L.

NO PAIN AFTER 3 VISITS

"Vice is amazing. My pain was a 9 out of 10 when I arrived for my first visit. After my first visit it was a 3. In three visits I was no longer in pain. Vice's knowledge is extensive and he genuinely cares about his patient’s progress." -M.C.

Vice Saves My Body Over & Over

"Vice has saved my body on numerous occasions so that I was able to continue training, or even the day before a competition so I could perform. Vice is always there to give suggestions, to help, and he genuinely cares about each person he sees.

I highly HIGHLY recommend Vice. He works with people of all ages. Athletes, non athletes, and from young to old! His services are well worth it. Vice will work on your muscles to ensure the most relief possible. He listens, and he does what he does to help people.

​If you’re looking for a good bodyworker, look no further! This is your guy!" -P.E.

FOOT PAIN

"Thank you, Vice! Your skill, dedication, and desire to help have made a huge difference in my life. I am so excited to be running again now and working toward my dream of competing in an Ironman Triathlon." D.N.