Chronic Low Back Pain Treatment Near Me – San Diego, CA
If you’re searching online for “chronic low back pain treatment near me”, chances are this isn’t a new problem.
Most people who type that into Google have already tried:
• Rest
• Stretching
• Traditional chiropractic
• Massage
• Physical therapy
• Medications or injections
Sometimes those help temporarily.
But the pain keeps coming back.
That’s usually because the root cause hasn’t been addressed yet.
At The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego, we focus on identifying and treating the underlying mechanical problem inside the spine — not just managing symptoms.
What Causes Chronic Low Back Pain?
In many long-standing cases, the issue is not just muscle tightness.
It’s often related to disc compression.
Common findings we see on MRI include:
• Bulging discs
• Herniated discs
• Degenerative disc changes
• Loss of disc height
• Nerve irritation or pressure
When a spinal disc stays compressed day after day, several things happen:
• Blood flow decreases
• Oxygen delivery drops
• Healing slows
• Inflammation builds
• Nerves stay irritated
This is why many people feel better briefly… then the pain returns.
The disc never truly gets a chance to recover.
How Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Works
This is where Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression (NSSD) is different from traditional traction or adjustments.
At our clinic, we exclusively use the DRX9000 spinal decompression system, which is FDA-cleared and supported by research from major medical institutions.
Here’s what actually happens during treatment:
Step 1 – Targeted unloading
The DRX9000 gently and precisely separates the vertebrae at the injured level.
Step 2 – Negative pressure inside the disc
This creates a small vacuum effect within the disc space.
Step 3 – Disc rehydration and healing
That negative pressure helps:
• draw fluid back into the disc
• improve nutrient exchange
• reduce bulging/herniation pressure
• relieve stress on irritated nerves
Step 4 – Stabilization
Once pain decreases, we add active therapy and strengthening so the problem doesn’t return.
Decompression alone is passive.
Strength and stability are what make results last.
That combination is what sets our clinic apart.
Why Experience Matters
Not all decompression is the same.
Protocol, setup, angles, force progression, and patient selection matter tremendously.
Dr. Cassidy Boelk has spent nearly two decades focusing almost exclusively on spinal decompression care and has personally performed over 100,000 decompression treatments.
Many patients travel from outside San Diego — and even out of state or internationally — specifically for this expertise.
What Our Patients Say
Below are the full, unedited experiences of real patients who came in with chronic low back pain:
"I came in with extreme back pain, resulting in days were it was difficult to get out of bed. There were moments where I would be walking and then my back would lock up. I thought it was something I have dealt with in the past but this last the entire month of July. I finally dedicated myself to finding the long term solution.
I came to Dr. Boelk unsure about the process, but after he identified exactly what my ailment was, I felt confident that this was the long term solution I was looking for.
I instantly felt better and Dr. Boelk kept encouraging me to trust the process and understand it will take time to feel 100%. I am now pain free and honestly feel stronger, even a little taller. I highly recommend you visit Dr. Boelk."
— Ming T., San Diego, CA
"Dr Boelk is highly knowledgeable and has made a difference in my life.
I have a degenerative bone issue in my lower back. Spinal decompression is the only way that gives me relief all the way to my feet. I highly recommend
the Spinal Decompression center."
— Dee M., Peoria, AZ
“Dr. Boelk and his team are the best in the business! I have had lower back problems for over 5 years and been to 6 other doctors seeking options other than surgery. I came in early January not able to bend and walking with a limp. By February I was able to bend again with minimal pain and by March I am now able to bend without any pain and am able to walk normally.
I am EXTREMELY happy I did not have surgery and found Dr. Boelk. Trust him and the process and he will get you feeling better. He also said from the beginning that if at any stage in the process he felt like progress wasn't happening he would let me know which was not the case with other specialist I have seen in the past so I appreciate that.”
— Calder Pearce, San Diego, CA
“I had really bad back problems to the point I couldn’t sleep, also had pain radiating along the sciatic nerve which ran down one leg from the lower back—caused by an accident.
I came in and talked to Dr. Cassidy about my back problems. He evaluated me and mentioned I was a good candidate for this treatment. After the first 2 decompression sessions my sciatic pain was gone and we were able to work on the root of the problem. I did a total of 24 sessions, after which I was able to start rehabilitation training to strengthen my core.
The office is super nice and the staff’s customer service is above and beyond.
Back and neck issues are horrible to live with—trust me, I know firsthand. I gained weight, took pain killers, went into depression, and had major anxiety. I’m over it now—feeling better, walking, sleeping well, and starting to have a better social life as well.
The experience for me has been nothing but excellent. Dr. Cassidy Boelk is hands down amazing—super glad I came here.”
— Abel T., San Diego, CA
“This place is amazing, the staff is friendly and I’d recommend this place to anyone who needs it.
I recently discharged from the military with quite a few injuries and extremely bad back pain. Since then I have seen dozens of incompetent doctors whose only interest was selling me the next pill or vaccine.
Dr. Boelk is not one of those doctors. This man is professional, knowledgeable, and truly cares about his patients. I have had nothing short of a great experience in this office. His nurse Megan is also very polite and caring for their patients.
These days it is very difficult to find a genuine medical professional, so when I do find them I feel that the world needs to know. This man is a good dude.”
— Donnie M., San Diego, CA
“Had terrible low back pain last year, had gone with a traditional chiropractor but didn’t feel it was doing much.
Went to this place and after talking to Dr Boelk decided to try spinal decompression therapy. After 3 session my pain was almost completely gone.
The staff is very professional and friendly. A big plus is how you get to go at your appointment time instead of waiting.
I would say the only negative is that is not covered by insurance so you have to pay out of pocket but it you can afford it is 100% worth it.”
— Edgar R., San Diego, CA
“The Doc is the best he has brought my back from the most horrible back pain I ever had his expertise with decompression is the best and would refer him to anybody that goes through back and neck issues I am so glad I found him thank you so much Doc”
— Jose Mejia, San Diego, CA
About Dr. Cassidy Boelk, DC
• Board-Certified Doctor of Chiropractic
• Certified Spinal Decompression Doctor
• Certified Pain-Free Performance Specialist
• California X-Ray Radiology Licensed Doctor
• Member, International Disc Education Association
• Founder, Spinal Decompression Training Academy
• Over 100,000 Spinal Decompression Treatments Performed
• 7 DRX9000 True Spinal Decompression Machines in One Clinic
• Largest Known Provider of Spinal Decompression in California
• Nearly 21 Years Specializing Exclusively in Decompression Care
• Rated #1 Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Office in San Diego
Next Steps Toward Relief
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Call (619) 298-0800 or text (619) 884-8298
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Bring any MRI or X-rays
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Review your findings and see if you’re a candidate
Because appointment availability is limited and many patients travel from outside the area, scheduling early is recommended.
📍 The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego
5095 Murphy Canyon Road, Suite 300
San Diego, CA 92123
🌐 www.SanDiegoBackCare.com
Quick Summary
Chronic low back pain is often caused by compressed spinal discs that never fully heal.
Targeted spinal decompression combined with strengthening can relieve pressure, restore disc health, and help you avoid surgery.