Last updated: November 3, 2026
Dr. Don Bolt, D.C. · Founder, Bolt Chiropractic Family Wellness · Cox® Flexion-Distraction Certified · 35+ Years in Practice
For more than 35 years, Dr. Don Bolt has helped patients throughout Ventura County regain mobility, reduce pain and keep their independence through conservative, non-surgical care. He sees active adults, seniors, veterans and auto injury patients at his office on W. 5th Street in Oxnard.
Education and licensing
- Doctor of Chiropractic, Cleveland Chiropractic College, Los Angeles, 1988
- California chiropractic license #19387
- Cox® Flexion-Distraction certified
- Trained in non-surgical spinal decompression, shockwave and therapeutic laser therapy
Patients and referring providers verify his license through the California Board of Chiropractic Examiners.
About Dr. Bolt
Dr. Bolt founded Bolt Chiropractic Family Wellness in Oxnard. His practice rests on one belief: quality of life matters, and many patients deserve to try conservative treatment before surgery.
Many patients come to him after failed care elsewhere, or after hearing surgery is their only option. Many new senior patients come in after an adult son or daughter calls about a parent.
Clinical expertise
Dr. Bolt regularly evaluates and treats:
- Spinal stenosis
- Degenerative disc disease
- Herniated and bulging discs
- Sciatica and lumbar radiculopathy
- Chronic neck and back pain
- Arthritis-related joint pain
- Failed back surgery syndrome and post-surgical spine conditions
- Balance and mobility limitations
- Auto accident injuries
- Service-related musculoskeletal pain
Treatment methods
- Cox® Flexion-Distraction. A gentle decompression technique for disc herniation, sciatica, stenosis and post-surgical pain. Dr. Bolt is Cox® certified.
- Non-surgical spinal decompression. Takes pressure off compressed discs and pinched nerves.
- Shockwave therapy. Treats chronic tendon, joint and muscle pain.
- Therapeutic laser therapy. Reduces inflammation in nerve and joint pain.
- Senior-specific care. Gentle, age-appropriate adjustments and mobility work to keep active adults and seniors functional and independent.
- Functional mobility assessment. Movement testing combined with X-ray and MRI review to guide every plan.
Care for seniors
Dr. Bolt’s Senior Spine & Mobility Program helps seniors keep doing what matters to them: travel, walking, church and community activities, time with grandchildren and living on their own.
Veterans and personal injury patients
Dr. Bolt serves veterans through the VA Community Care program. Bring your VA-issued authorization and the office handles the rest. See chiropractic care for veterans.
He also treats auto accident, work and slip-and-fall injuries, with detailed documentation for attorneys and insurance claims when appropriate.
Author of Living the Dream
Dr. Bolt is the author of Living the Dream: How Chiropractic and a Wellness Lifestyle Are One and the Same. Ask at the front desk about picking up a copy.
In the community
Dr. Bolt hosted Dinner With the Doc, a series of community health talks over dinner where he answered questions about back pain, stenosis and staying active.
Why patients choose Dr. Bolt
- More than 35 years of clinical experience
- Conservative, non-surgical approach
- Cox® certified decompression care
- Senior-focused treatment
- Thorough patient education
- Personalized treatment plans
- Experience with complex and chronic cases
Patients come from Oxnard, Port Hueneme, Ventura, Camarillo and across Ventura County. Read patient reviews. Individual results vary.
Schedule an evaluation with Dr. Bolt
Request an appointment for an honest evaluation of your case. If his treatments fit, Dr. Bolt builds a clear plan. If they do not, he tells you and refers you out.
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Frequently asked questions
How long has Dr. Bolt practiced?
More than 35 years in Ventura County.
Where did Dr. Bolt train?
Cleveland Chiropractic College, Los Angeles. He graduated in 1988 and holds California license #19387.
Does Dr. Bolt treat seniors, veterans and auto injury patients?
Yes. He treats seniors through his Senior Spine & Mobility Program, veterans through VA Community Care and auto injury patients with full claim documentation.
Ready to Get Started?
Call the Oxnard office or request an appointment online to schedule your visit with Dr. Bolt.