Back Surgery Alternative Treatments in San Diego, CA

 

A Safer, More Effective Way to Find Lasting Relief from Chronic Back Pain

If you’ve been told you need back surgery—or you're struggling with chronic back pain and looking for long-term relief—there’s good news: surgery is often not necessary. In fact, studies show that many back surgeries could be avoided with the right non-surgical treatment approach.

At The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego, Dr. Cassidy Boelk DC offers a proven alternative through Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression (NSSD) combined with targeted active and passive therapies. This comprehensive, personalized system is designed to help you relieve pain, heal naturally, and return to the life you love—without going under the knife.

 

Why So Many Back Surgeries Are Avoidable

Surgery is sometimes appropriate, especially in severe cases involving spinal instability or progressive neurological issues. But many patients are rushed into surgery without exploring safe, non-invasive alternatives.

Some key facts:

• Back surgery success rates can be low, especially for chronic pain.
• Many procedures don’t address the underlying cause of the problem.
• Surgery often involves downtime, risks, and long recovery periods.
• A large percentage of patients report recurring or persistent pain even after surgery.

The good news? Most disc issues and nerve compression cases can be treated without surgery using modern, evidence-based non-surgical protocols like NSSD.

 

How Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression (NSSD) Works

NSSD is a safe, comfortable, and FDA-cleared therapy that gently decompresses the spine to relieve pressure on spinal discs and nerves. It is performed using the DRX 9000 system, the most advanced spinal decompression technology available.

Benefits of NSSD:

• Creates negative pressure to retract bulging or herniated disc material
• Increases blood flow, hydration, and oxygen to the disc to promote healing
• Reduces inflammation and nerve pressure
• Restores disc height and spacing, helping to restore mobility

Backed by studies from Stanford University, Johns Hopkins, Duke Medical Center, and Mayo Clinic, NSSD has been shown to deliver significant pain relief for patients with conditions like:

• Herniated and bulging discs
• Degenerative disc disease
• Spinal stenosis
• Sciatica and pinched nerves
• Chronic low back pain

 

Why NSSD Alone Isn’t Enough (and What We Do Differently)

While spinal decompression is incredibly effective at relieving pressure and reducing pain, lasting relief requires more than just passive therapy.

That’s why Dr. Boelk combines NSSD with a full spectrum of both active and passive care, creating a complete recovery and prevention system tailored to each individual.

What’s Included:

• Passive Care – Spinal decompression (DRX 9000), targeted therapies, and pain reduction techniques
• Active Care – Customized rehab programs focused on:
  • Spinal stability (core, glutes, postural muscles)
  • Mobility training (restoring proper joint movement)
  • Biomechanics education (teaching you how to bend, lift, sit, and move correctly)

This comprehensive approach not only gets you out of pain—it also helps prevent flare-ups and future injuries.

 

Why Dr. Cassidy Boelk DC Is One of the Best in the Field

Dr. Boelk is a Certified Spinal Decompression Doctor and Certified Pain-Free Performance Specialist who has been helping patients avoid surgery and heal naturally for over 20 years. He has:

• Performed over 50,000 decompression treatments
• Trained other doctors across the U.S. through his Spinal Decompression Training Academy
• Created successful recovery protocols based on both clinical research and personal experience
• Recovered from his own severe disc injuries, using the same methods he now shares with his patients

Patients travel from all over San Diego, across the U.S., and internationally—including Mexico, Canada, the U.K., and Spain—to work with Dr. Boelk and his team.

 

Why Choose Our Clinic for Back Surgery Alternatives?

• Only DRX 9000 spinal decompression machines used
• 7 DRX 9000 tables on-site—California’s largest decompression facility
• Comprehensive treatment programs (not just decompression alone)
• Proven results with thousands of success stories
• Over 200 five-star reviews
• No referral needed—first come, first serve appointments

 

Schedule Your Free Consultation

Whether you've been referred by a medical doctor, neurologist, orthopedic surgeon, or chiropractor—or you’re exploring options on your own—you are welcome here.

Due to high demand, we schedule patients on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Contact Us:

The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego
5095 Murphy Canyon Road, Suite 300
San Diego, CA 92123
Call: 619-298-0800
Text: 619-884-8298
Website: www.SanDiegoBackCare.com

 

Don’t rush into surgery. Discover the safe, proven alternative that thousands of people are using to finally get relief. Let us help you get your life back—naturally.

 

 

Don’t settle for temporary relief. Let Dr. Boelk help you get your life back—without drugs, injections, or surgery.

 

🚨 First Come, First Serve – No Referral Required
Whether you’re referred by a neurologist, orthopedic surgeon, medical doctor, chiropractor, or are self-referred—appointments are based on availability. Don’t wait to take control of your spinal health.

Call today and take the first step toward getting back to a life without pain.

 

Real Patient Testimonials

 

“I travel from the UK to see Dr. Boelk and his wonderful team. I have 3 bulging discs, and one is touching the nerve. The decompression treatment keeps me active, and I won’t go anywhere else for back treatment. This place is number one!”
— Lisa S., United Kingdom

 

“After treatment I’m back to shoveling snow, teaching school, and taking walks. I highly recommend Dr. Boelk and his clinic—you’ve created such a caring atmosphere. Anyone considering spinal decompression therapy should know it really makes a difference.”
— Lynn C., Alaska