Dr. James Bergtold, DC, Chiropractor in Naples, FL

Dr. James Bergtold, DC is the owner and treating chiropractor at Bergtold Chiropractic in Naples, Florida. Across 25+ years and more than 5,000 patients, he has built a practice around one idea: find the mechanical cause of the problem and treat that, rather than chasing the symptom around the body. He treats disc herniations, sciatica, scoliosis, joint pain, chronic headaches and neuropathy, and he combines non-surgical spinal decompression, laser therapy, SoftWave acoustic therapy, knee decompression and gentle spinal adjustments into a single plan built for the individual patient.

Every case starts with a thorough examination. Imaging is ordered when the findings call for it, not by default. Progress is tracked with follow-up exams rather than assumed, and therapies are changed when the evidence says they should be. The clinic holds a 5.0 Google rating across more than 200 reviews, and Dr. Bergtold works with a bilingual team that keeps communication clear for every patient who walks through the door.

Dr. Bergtold came to chiropractic as a patient first. Training as a competitive powerlifter, he sustained a back injury severe enough to leave him nearly immobile and facing spinal surgery. He tried chiropractic care as a last resort and experienced near-immediate relief. Encouraged by an older brother already in chiropractic school, he enrolled himself, determined to give other people the same non-surgical route back to function. 25+ years later that is still the reason he practices.

His approach is patient-first and technology-driven in equal measure. He believes healing comes from correcting the root cause rather than masking the symptom, so he begins each case with a detailed exam, orders X-rays only when they will change the plan, and re-examines patients to confirm what is actually working. Guided by Christian values, he collaborates closely with his bilingual team so every plan stays aligned with what the patient came in for. He is equally comfortable delivering a classic manual adjustment or a low-force technique, and he chooses based on the patient in front of him.

You can read more about how the practice was built and what it stands for on our about page.

Dr. Bergtold personally performs or directs every clinical service at Bergtold Chiropractic. His sessions often combine several of these in a single visit, which is what makes accelerated recovery possible.

Chiropractic Care

• Chiropractic adjustments in Naples, FL, using manual and low-force techniques matched to the patient
• Pediatric chiropractor in Naples, FL, with a focus on early scoliosis detection
• Prenatal chiropractor in Naples, FL, including the Webster Technique

Therapies and Advanced Treatments

• Spinal decompression therapy in Naples, FL on the gear-driven Hill DT table, cervical and lumbar
• Cold laser therapy in Naples, FL using the MLS robotic laser
• Emvital laser therapy for pain, deep-heat 1064 nm functional laser
• Shockwave therapy in Naples, FL using SoftWave acoustic waves
• Cranial facial release (CFR) for head pressure and post-concussion symptoms

Wellness

• Functional medicine in Naples, FL, lab-based root-cause care
• Emsculpt Neo body sculpting and muscle building
• Pelvic floor therapy with Emsella
• TMS therapy with Exomind

He also uses knee decompression protocols to improve joint spacing and reduce cartilage stress, and prescribes customized rehabilitation exercises that support strength, alignment and lasting results.

As a former team chiropractor for the First Baptist Academy football team, Dr. Bergtold understands what athletes need from care: a fast, accurate diagnosis, treatment that does not sideline them longer than necessary, and movement correction that stops the same injury recurring. Whether that means laser therapy for a shoulder, decompression for a knee, or coaching a lifter out of a pattern that keeps re-injuring their back, he uses sport-specific protocols aimed at restoring performance with minimal downtime. Read more on our sports injury treatment page.

Pediatric care is a priority in his practice, particularly scoliosis detection and early correction. He emphasizes detailed spinal imaging to distinguish a structural curve from a postural one, assesses foot and pelvic alignment before it drives compensation higher up the chain, and builds home exercise plans that support posture through growth. The goal is to help children avoid future complications through proactive care rather than watchful waiting. Read more on our scoliosis treatment page.

Outside the office, he stays active in local sports, volunteers at community health fairs offering spinal screenings and injury-prevention talks, and spends his downtime with family and his close-knit team.

Call (239) 593-6788 or book with Dr. Bergtold at our Naples office. Your first visit includes a full history and examination before any treatment is given, so you leave knowing what is actually causing your pain. Serving Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero, Marco Island, Golden Gate and North Naples from 5385 Park Central Court, Suite 1.