Fast & Lasting Sciatica Pain Relief – San Diego, CA
Sciatica can bring your life to a grinding halt. Whether it starts with a dull ache in the lower back or a sudden, sharp shooting pain down your leg, sciatica symptoms often worsen over time if the true cause is not identified and corrected. At The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego, we specialize in helping patients find fast and lasting relief from sciatica—without drugs, injections, or surgery.
Led by Dr. Cassidy Boelk DC, a Certified Spinal Decompression Doctor and Certified Pain-Free Performance Specialist, our clinic focuses on both relieving pain and correcting the root causes of sciatic nerve irritation. That’s what creates real, sustainable results—and why so many patients drive and fly in from other cities, states, and countries to see us.
The Key to Lasting Sciatica Relief: Find the Cause, Then Fix It
Many patients come in saying, “I just want this pain gone.” And we understand that urgency—sciatic nerve pain can feel unbearable. But here’s the truth: temporary relief is easy. Lasting relief is what really matters.
To truly relieve sciatica, we must first answer a critical question:
What’s causing your sciatic nerve to be irritated in the first place?
In most cases, the culprit is not the sciatic nerve itself, but a compressed spinal disc—typically in the lower back—that is placing pressure on the nerve roots. This is where Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression (NSSD) plays a critical role.
How Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression (NSSD) Relieves Sciatica
At our clinic, we exclusively use the DRX9000, the most advanced, FDA-cleared spinal decompression machine available. Backed by research from Stanford, Johns Hopkins, Duke Medical Center, and the Mayo Clinic, this machine allows us to gently and precisely relieve pressure from damaged spinal discs.
Here’s how it works:
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Negative pressure is created inside the disc, pulling bulging or herniated disc material away from the nerve root.
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Circulation improves, allowing nutrients and oxygen to help the disc heal.
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Pain is reduced, often significantly, even after just a few sessions.
This process helps relieve pain at the source, rather than masking it with medication.
But that’s just the beginning.
Why Active Therapy Is Essential for Long-Term Results
Spinal decompression is passive therapy, which means it works on your body but does not train your body to hold onto the improvements. This is where most decompression programs fall short—and where our clinic stands out.
At The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego, we integrate targeted active therapies to reinforce and protect the improvements made with the DRX9000.
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Spinal biomechanics retraining – improving how your spine moves under load
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Hip and spinal mobility drills – ensuring fluid, pain-free movement
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Stability training – activating the core and glute muscles to protect your spine
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Postural correction – restoring balance and symmetry across the body
When passive and active care are combined in the right sequence, patients not only get better faster—but they stay better longer.
Why Patients Choose Dr. Boelk
With over 65,000 spinal decompression sessions performed, Dr. Boelk has spent nearly 20 years helping patients avoid surgery and eliminate chronic sciatica. He is the founder of the Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Training Academy, where he teaches doctors across the U.S. how to correctly use decompression protocols for superior results.
Patients from Mexico, Spain, the UK, Canada, and across the U.S. routinely travel to receive care from Dr. Boelk because they trust his expertise and commitment to long-term solutions.
Ready to Get Real Relief?
If you’re suffering from sciatica pain and have tried other treatments without success, you may be a candidate for our Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Program.
We only accept patients we truly believe we can help—and we start with a no-charge consultation to find out if you're a good fit.
📍 The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego
5095 Murphy Canyon Road, Suite 300
San Diego, CA 92123
📞 Call Us Today: 619-298-0800
📱 Text Us Now: 619-884-8298
🌐 www.SanDiegoBackCare.com
Dr. Cassidy Boelk DC:
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Board-Certified Doctor of Chiropractic
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Certified Spinal Decompression Doctor
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Certified Pain-Free Performance Specialist
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Over 65,000 decompression treatments performed
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Trains other doctors nationwide in NSSD protocols
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Patients travel from out of state and internationally for care
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Founder of the Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Training Academy
Don’t wait. Relief is possible.
Let’s find the cause of your pain, fix it, and keep it from coming back—for good.
Why Patients Fly and Drive to San Diego to See Dr. Boelk
We regularly have patients drive from Northern California and Arizona, and fly in from the UK, Spain, Mexico, and across the U.S. to receive care at our clinic in Kearny Mesa.
Why? Because they want:
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Honest answers about whether they can avoid surgery
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A clear plan that’s designed around their body and goals
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A clinic that’s performed more NSSD than almost any in California
Real San Diego Results
"I was so tired of being in pain and felt I had tried all resources. After two unsuccessful cortisone shots, I found spinal decompression. I’m so grateful I found Dr. Boelk. After a consultation where I felt heard and never rushed, I committed to the plan. I am so glad I did."
— Marlo Surovsky, San Diego, CA
"I now travel from El Centro four times a week because of the amazing results. I feel better and have recommended this treatment to my family and friends. Thank you!"
— Mercedes Bautista, El Centro, CA
"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 spinal decompression treatments really help keep me in my active life. I will not go to anyone else for back treatment."
— Skate Lisa, UK
Take the Next Step
If you're struggling with severe sciatica and have been told surgery might be your only option — it likely isn’t. We may be able to help, and if not, we’ll be honest and help point you in the right direction.
📞 Call now: 619-298-0800
📍 5095 Murphy Canyon Rd, Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92123
🌐 www.SanDiegoBackCare.com
About Dr. Cassidy Boelk DC
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Certified Spinal Decompression Doctor
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Certified Pain-Free Performance Specialist
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Founder, Spinal Decompression Training Academy
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Performed over 65,000 decompression sessions
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Trains other doctors nationwide in NSSD protocols
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Surfer, athlete, and spinal injury survivor
What Makes Our Office Unique?
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7 DRX9000 Spinal Decompression Tables
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California’s Largest Known Spinal Decompression Provider
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Over 50,000+ sessions performed
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Research-backed treatment protocols
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Patients seen on a first-come, first-served basis regardless of referral source
Call today to see if you're a candidate for care. Lasting relief might be one phone call away.
📞 619-298-0800
🌐 www.SanDiegoBackCare.com
Why Passive Therapy Alone Isn’t Enough
While Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression (NSSD) using the DRX9000 is a powerful and proven tool for relieving disc pressure and nerve pain, it’s important to understand that it is a passive therapy. This means the patient lies still while the machine does the work. And while this can create tremendous relief—especially in severe cases like disc herniations or sciatica—lasting results require more.
That’s why, in our clinic, we don’t stop at passive care. We integrate active therapy—including targeted strengthening, stability training, and corrective exercises—to help retrain your body, fix imbalances, and support long-term improvement. The combination of passive and active treatment gives our patients the best shot at not just short-term relief, but long-term results.