Dr James Baker, Wellness focused chiropractic and functional care in West Jefferson NC

Dr. James R. Baker, DC, IME
Chiropractor and Applied Kinesiologist

For over 50 years, Dr. Baker has helped patients improve their health naturally through chiropractic care, nutrition, kinesiology, and functional wellness.

Dr. James R. Baker, DC, IME is a chiropractor and applied kinesiologist who utilizes a variety of holistic methods to help patients restore their health naturally. With training in functional neurology, biochemistry, acupressure meridian therapies, applied kinesiology, nutrition, and lifestyle modification, Dr. Baker takes a whole body approach to wellness focused on identifying and addressing the root cause of health concerns.

Over the years, Dr. Baker has worked with a wide range of patients, including athletes, music legends, models, and families seeking natural solutions for pain and chronic health issues.

“My philosophy is to find the cause of the health problem or injury than merely just addressing the symptoms.”

Dr. Baker understands that symptoms can often originate from imbalances elsewhere in the body. For example, knee pain may stem from muscle imbalances, improper footwear, poor nutrition, or physical stress rather than the knee itself. By looking deeper into the body’s function, he creates personalized care plans designed to support long term healing and wellness.

Dr. Baker received his undergraduate degree from the University of California at Chico and earned his chiropractic degree from Logan Chiropractic University in St. Louis, Missouri.

  • • Dr. Baker’s passion for chiropractic care began after a college football injury left him struggling with back pain. After being told by an orthopedic specialist to quit the sport, he found relief through chiropractic care and became fascinated by the connection between chiropractic and kinesiology.

    • Over the years, Dr. Baker has treated a wide range of patients including athletes, musicians, models, and professional competitors.

    • Dr. Baker has worked with country music legend Merle Haggard, world kickboxing champion Dennis Alexio.

    • He has also treated numerous first round MLB draft prospects and served as a chiropractor for various high school and college athletic programs in California.


Our Approach

What sets us apart is our focus on understanding the root cause of health concerns, not simply masking symptoms. We take time to listen, look deeper, and create personalized care plans that help patients heal, function better, and live healthier lives.

Root Cause Focus

Looking beyond symptoms to identify underlying dysfunction.

Personalized Care

Through every step, we've focused on staying true to our values and making space for thoughtful, lasting work.

Whole Body Wellness

Supporting spinal health, nutrition, digestion, energy, and overall wellness.


Whole body wellness care at Baker Chiropractic & Wellness in West Jefferson NC
Whole body wellness care at Baker Chiropractic & Wellness in West Jefferson NC

Helping Patients Find Relief From

• Back Pain
• Neck Pain
• Sciatica
• Headaches & Migraines
• Digestive Issues
• Fatigue
• Joint Pain
• Neuropathy
• Sports Injuries
• Stress & Anxiety
• Vertigo
• Inflammation

Caring for Families
Across Ashe County

Dr. Baker is passionate about helping individuals and families throughout Ashe County improve their health naturally. His patient centered approach focuses on building relationships, educating patients, and helping people take control of their long term wellness.

Whether you are struggling with pain, fatigue, digestive issues, inflammation, or chronic stress, Dr. Baker is here to help you find answers and achieve better health naturally.

Start Your Journey Toward Better Health