Degenerative disc disease is a common condition that occurs when one or more of the discs between the vertebrae of the spinal column deteriorate or break down, leading to pain. It's often part of the natural aging process, but it can also result from injury. Some of the primary symptoms include lower back or neck pain, which can range from nagging to severe and disabling.
The discs in your spine serve as shock absorbers, allowing your spine to flex, bend, and twist. Over time, these discs can start to wear away and lose their cushioning ability. When this happens, it can lead to pain and other symptoms. Besides pain, other symptoms can include numbness and tingling in your legs or arms, or even weakness in your leg and foot muscles.
Given the central role the spine plays in virtually all types of movement, degenerative disc disease can have a significant impact on a person's quality of life. It can limit your activities and disrupt your work, not to mention the potential impact on your mental health from living with chronic pain.
This is where spinal decompression therapy at Dr. Boelk's office comes in. Spinal decompression therapy is a non-surgical treatment option that can help relieve pain associated with degenerative disc disease. It uses motorized traction to gently stretch your spine, which changes the force and position of your spine. This change takes pressure off the spinal discs, promoting movement of water, oxygen, and nutrient-rich fluids into the discs, which aids in their healing process.
Dr. Boelk uses a state-of-the-art decompression machine, the DRX 9000, to perform this therapy. The DRX 9000 is not just any decompression machine. It uses advanced technology to precisely target the affected discs, providing relief right where it's needed. It's a comfortable and pain-free experience that can lead to significant pain reduction.
Dr. Boelk is a highly trained professional with extensive experience in treating degenerative disc disease using spinal decompression therapy. He understands that each patient is unique, which is why he develops a tailored treatment plan for every individual.
In addition, the treatment doesn't end with the DRX 9000. Dr. Boelk understands that comprehensive care often involves pre- and post-treatment measures, like specific exercises to strengthen the back and lifestyle advice for maintaining a healthy spine.
Patients not only from San Diego but also from far off places like Alaska and overseas countries like Spain, come to seek Dr. Boelk's expertise. His dedication to his patients, his depth of knowledge, and his holistic approach to care are the reasons why his office is a preferred destination for those seeking relief from degenerative disc disease.
Degenerative disc disease might be a common issue, but it doesn't have to rule your life. With therapies like spinal decompression and professionals like Dr. Boelk, you can manage the symptoms and regain your quality of life.
The discs in your spine serve as shock absorbers, allowing your spine to flex, bend, and twist. Over time, these discs can start to wear away and lose their cushioning ability. When this happens, it can lead to pain and other symptoms. Besides pain, other symptoms can include numbness and tingling in your legs or arms, or even weakness in your leg and foot muscles.
Given the central role the spine plays in virtually all types of movement, degenerative disc disease can have a significant impact on a person's quality of life. It can limit your activities and disrupt your work, not to mention the potential impact on your mental health from living with chronic pain.
This is where spinal decompression therapy at Dr. Boelk's office comes in. Spinal decompression therapy is a non-surgical treatment option that can help relieve pain associated with degenerative disc disease. It uses motorized traction to gently stretch your spine, which changes the force and position of your spine. This change takes pressure off the spinal discs, promoting movement of water, oxygen, and nutrient-rich fluids into the discs, which aids in their healing process.
Dr. Boelk uses a state-of-the-art decompression machine, the DRX 9000, to perform this therapy. The DRX 9000 is not just any decompression machine. It uses advanced technology to precisely target the affected discs, providing relief right where it's needed. It's a comfortable and pain-free experience that can lead to significant pain reduction.
Dr. Boelk is a highly trained professional with extensive experience in treating degenerative disc disease using spinal decompression therapy. He understands that each patient is unique, which is why he develops a tailored treatment plan for every individual.
In addition, the treatment doesn't end with the DRX 9000. Dr. Boelk understands that comprehensive care often involves pre- and post-treatment measures, like specific exercises to strengthen the back and lifestyle advice for maintaining a healthy spine.
Patients not only from San Diego but also from far off places like Alaska and overseas countries like Spain, come to seek Dr. Boelk's expertise. His dedication to his patients, his depth of knowledge, and his holistic approach to care are the reasons why his office is a preferred destination for those seeking relief from degenerative disc disease.
Degenerative disc disease might be a common issue, but it doesn't have to rule your life. With therapies like spinal decompression and professionals like Dr. Boelk, you can manage the symptoms and regain your quality of life.
“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 that have had no real interest in treating me, only interest is 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 Martin, San Diego, CA
We do not utilize pain medications, drugs, injections or surgery. We also do not provide physical therapy, acupuncture, acupressure, massage therapy or chiropractic adjustments.
Instead we have been specializing and have become experts in providing pain relief utilizing something called NSSD, Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression.
Clinical studies have shown spinal decompression to be effective in treating a number of conditions. These include pain associated with bulging and herniated discs, degenerative disc disease, sciatica, and even relapse or failed back surgery. The treatment enables most patients to return to pain-free, active lifestyles.
Spinal decompression was developed by a team of top physicians and medical engineers to bring healing through a unique method. This therapy provides relief to chronic back and neck pain sufferers by reducing the pressure within spinal discs. As the spine’s vertebrae are slowly and gently separated, pressure is slowly reduced within discs until a negative vacuum is formed. This vacuum is shown to reduce the size of existing disc bulges or disc herniations. Significant disc bulge reduction removes pressure off the spinal nerves and dramatically reduces pain and disability.
With spinal decompression therapy, all motion is computer-controlled to provide gentle treatment of injured spinal discs. Decompression techniques separate slowly and cycle between brief moments of pulling and relaxing. As a result, the entire treatment remains pain-free. High success rates with spinal decompression therapy lead many to prefer it to invasive back surgery, spinal injections and pain medications. Call our office today to learn more and see if you’re a candidate for this highly successful treatment!
For a no-charge, no-obligation consultation call 619-298-0800.
***Due to demand, regardless of referral from orthopedic surgeon, neurologist, chiropractor or other doctor, patients are seen on a first come first serve basis.
We are 5 star rated on over 200 reviews. Dr. Boelk utilizes methods that solved his severe neck and low back pain and disc herniations. Dr. Boelk holds the following licenses and certifications:
- #1 Rated Spinal Decompression Office In San Diego
-Largest Known Provider Of Spinal Decompression In California
-Board Certified Doctor of Chiropractic
-California Licensed Doctor of Chiropractic
-Certified Spinal Decompression Doctor
-California X-ray Radiology Licensed Doctor
-Pain Free Performance Specialist
-The International Disc Education Association Member
"The care I received at Dr. Boelk’s office was so wonderful. I went from having to lay down for several hours a day, to being able to live my life normally, and even began working up my exercise capacity. I always felt cared about, and there was a lot of feedback. The exercise and information Dr. Boelk provides is so critical to maintaining positive results and pain reduction with increased mobility and freedom. All the staff are so caring, and it’s one of the best decisions I made for my back!"- Kaitelyn H., 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" - Joe M., Spring Valley, CA
"Went in for my first session, and came out with real relief from my 20 year pain. Staff is friendly too.. Thank you a million doc!" - Richard P., San Diego, CA
"Hi my name is Mercedes Bautista. I found out about this treatment on the internet and I came because I was searching for a doctor for my friend. I have always had low back problems, so Dr. Boelk suggested that I have an MRI done. I decided to go ahead and do it and what I found out was astonishing. Dr. Boelk told me I had a bulging disc and that my discs were dehydrated.
I went home very surprised and even scared.
That night with my husband I cried. My husband and I both talked about it and decided that the finances were worth getting my back fixed. The next thing we had to figure out was how I was going to get here, because I live in El Centro.
So we decided we were going to rent a car and I travel here 4 times a week. The girls here are wonderful and very awesome. They make you feel like family, it’s an extremely relaxing environment. I feel better and I have recommended this treatment to my family and friends. Thank You !
- Mercedes Bautista, El Centro, CA
We have been specializing in spinal decompression for the past 19 years. We see patients from all over San Diego County as well as out of town patients from Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Alaska, Mexico and Spain.
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 that have had no real interest in treating me, only interest is 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 Martin, San Diego, CA
We do not utilize pain medications, drugs, injections or surgery. We also do not provide physical therapy, acupuncture, acupressure, massage therapy or chiropractic adjustments.
Instead we have been specializing and have become experts in providing pain relief utilizing something called NSSD, Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression.
Clinical studies have shown spinal decompression to be effective in treating a number of conditions. These include pain associated with bulging and herniated discs, degenerative disc disease, sciatica, and even relapse or failed back surgery. The treatment enables most patients to return to pain-free, active lifestyles.
Spinal decompression was developed by a team of top physicians and medical engineers to bring healing through a unique method. This therapy provides relief to chronic back and neck pain sufferers by reducing the pressure within spinal discs. As the spine’s vertebrae are slowly and gently separated, pressure is slowly reduced within discs until a negative vacuum is formed. This vacuum is shown to reduce the size of existing disc bulges or disc herniations. Significant disc bulge reduction removes pressure off the spinal nerves and dramatically reduces pain and disability.
With spinal decompression therapy, all motion is computer-controlled to provide gentle treatment of injured spinal discs. Decompression techniques separate slowly and cycle between brief moments of pulling and relaxing. As a result, the entire treatment remains pain-free. High success rates with spinal decompression therapy lead many to prefer it to invasive back surgery, spinal injections and pain medications. Call our office today to learn more and see if you’re a candidate for this highly successful treatment!
For a no-charge, no-obligation consultation call 619-298-0800.
***Due to demand, regardless of referral from orthopedic surgeon, neurologist, chiropractor or other doctor, patients are seen on a first come first serve basis.
We are 5 star rated on over 200 reviews. Dr. Boelk utilizes methods that solved his severe neck and low back pain and disc herniations. Dr. Boelk holds the following licenses and certifications:
- #1 Rated Spinal Decompression Office In San Diego
-Largest Known Provider Of Spinal Decompression In California
-Board Certified Doctor of Chiropractic
-California Licensed Doctor of Chiropractic
-Certified Spinal Decompression Doctor
-California X-ray Radiology Licensed Doctor
-Pain Free Performance Specialist
-The International Disc Education Association Member
"The care I received at Dr. Boelk’s office was so wonderful. I went from having to lay down for several hours a day, to being able to live my life normally, and even began working up my exercise capacity. I always felt cared about, and there was a lot of feedback. The exercise and information Dr. Boelk provides is so critical to maintaining positive results and pain reduction with increased mobility and freedom. All the staff are so caring, and it’s one of the best decisions I made for my back!"- Kaitelyn H., 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" - Joe M., Spring Valley, CA
"Went in for my first session, and came out with real relief from my 20 year pain. Staff is friendly too.. Thank you a million doc!" - Richard P., San Diego, CA
"Hi my name is Mercedes Bautista. I found out about this treatment on the internet and I came because I was searching for a doctor for my friend. I have always had low back problems, so Dr. Boelk suggested that I have an MRI done. I decided to go ahead and do it and what I found out was astonishing. Dr. Boelk told me I had a bulging disc and that my discs were dehydrated.
I went home very surprised and even scared.
That night with my husband I cried. My husband and I both talked about it and decided that the finances were worth getting my back fixed. The next thing we had to figure out was how I was going to get here, because I live in El Centro.
So we decided we were going to rent a car and I travel here 4 times a week. The girls here are wonderful and very awesome. They make you feel like family, it’s an extremely relaxing environment. I feel better and I have recommended this treatment to my family and friends. Thank You !
- Mercedes Bautista, El Centro, CA
We have been specializing in spinal decompression for the past 19 years. We see patients from all over San Diego County as well as out of town patients from Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Alaska, Mexico and Spain.