How to Relieve Sciatica Pain – La Jolla, CA

 

Sciatica pain can be life-altering. For many people in La Jolla, it starts as low back discomfort and quickly progresses into sharp, burning, or electric pain traveling down the hip, leg, or foot. Sitting, driving, standing, sleeping, or even walking can become unbearable.

 

If you’re searching “how to relieve sciatica pain” in La Jolla, CA, the most important thing to understand is this:

👉 Sciatica relief depends on addressing the cause of the nerve compression — not just masking symptoms with medication or injections.

At The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego, Dr. Cassidy Boelk, DC specializes in identifying why the sciatic nerve is irritated and determining whether Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression (NSSD) is the right solution.

 

What Actually Causes Sciatica Pain?

Sciatica is not a diagnosis by itself — it’s a symptom of nerve compression, most commonly caused by:

• Disc bulges or disc herniations
• Disc degeneration causing loss of disc height
• Disc injuries placing pressure on the nerve root
• Postural collapse and mechanical spinal stress
• Failed back surgery cases (when no hardware is present)

When the disc loses height or bulges outward, it places pressure on the sciatic nerve. This pressure disrupts normal nerve signaling and creates pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling down the leg.

True relief requires reducing pressure on the nerve, not simply calming inflammation temporarily.

 

Why Most Sciatica Treatments Fail Long-Term

Many patients try:

• Pain medications
• Steroid injections
• Massage
• General chiropractic adjustments
• Physical therapy alone

While these can provide temporary relief, they often do not decompress the disc or nerve. As a result, symptoms frequently return — sometimes worse than before.

This is where true spinal decompression becomes critical.

 

From Alaska to San Diego for Life-Changing Relief

“My name is Lynn. I am from Alaska, and I just want to say it was totally worth taking a trip to go to the Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego. I was having pain radiating down my legs, I couldn’t sleep, I could barely walk.

After treatment I am back to shoveling snow, teaching school, taking walks. So, I just want to thank Dr. Boelk and the clinic, you guys are wonderful, and you have created such a wonderful, friendly, kind and truly caring atmosphere. I highly encourage anybody that might be considering spinal decompression therapy, it really makes a difference.”
— Lynn C., Alaska

 

How Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Helps Sciatica

Dr. Boelk exclusively uses the DRX9000, the most researched and advanced spinal decompression system available.

Unlike traction or inversion tables, true Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression:

• Precisely targets the injured spinal level
• Creates negative pressure inside the disc
• Encourages disc rehydration and healing
• Reduces pressure on the sciatic nerve
• Improves nutrient flow to damaged tissue

Dr. Boelk has performed over 75,000 spinal decompression treatmentsand is the Founder of the Spinal Decompression Training Academy, where he trains doctors nationwide on proper DRX9000 protocols.

His La Jolla-area patients often come to him after everything else has failed — including injections or surgery recommendations.

 

Why Active Therapy Must Be Combined with Decompression

Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression is a passive therapy — and while it is extremely powerful, long-term relief requires more.

Dr. Boelk integrates:

• Corrective stabilization exercises
• Core and hip strengthening
• Postural retraining
• Movement re-education

This prevents relapse and helps patients maintain results instead of becoming dependent on passive treatments.

 

Are You a Candidate for Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression?

Not everyone qualifies.

Patients with certain types of structural instability, fractures, or metal implants may not be candidates. That’s why Dr. Boelk carefully reviews:

• Your MRI (if available)
• Neurological findings
• Orthopedic exam results
• Clinical history

Dr. Boelk’s goal is simple:
If he cannot help you, he will tell you immediately and guide you to the appropriate provider.

This integrity is one of the main reasons patients travel from La Jolla, throughout San Diego, across the U.S., and internationally to seek his expertise.

 

Why Patients Choose Dr. Cassidy Boelk, DC

• Nearly 21 years specializing in disc and nerve conditions
• Certified Spinal Decompression Doctor
• Certified Pain-Free Performance Specialist
• 7 DRX9000 True Spinal Decompression Machines in one clinic
• Largest known provider of spinal decompression in California
• Founder of the Spinal Decompression Training Academy
• Focus on results, transparency, and avoiding unnecessary surgery

Patients are always seen on a first-come, first-served basis, regardless of referral source, to ensure Dr. Boelk has adequate time to determine candidacy.

 

Next Steps Toward Sciatica Relief

If you’re dealing with leg pain, nerve compression, or chronic sciatica and searching for real relief in La Jolla, here’s how to get started:

1. Call (619) 298-0800 or text (619) 884-8298
2. Schedule a no-charge consultation
3. Bring MRI or imaging if available
4. Review findings directly with Dr. Boelk
5. Learn whether you qualify — with zero obligation

 

“I have been a patient of Dr Boelk at the Spinal Decompression &Chiropractic Center for about 18 months. When I had my initial appointment I had problems with severe pain in my back and hip areas. Having had a previous bad experience in chiropractic care, I was hesitant to even try this again. Dr Boelk reviewed my MRI and told me he was pretty sure he could help me with my pain.

 

This was the best decision I’ve ever made. It took several treatments but I began to feel the results!! I am now in maintenance treatments twice a month and am able to walk long distances again. Please give this Center a try. You just may get your old life back and be able to enjoy favorite activities again.“
— Marylee Stathos

 

“Meeting Dr. Cassidy Boelk has been the best thing for the wellness of my back. As an emergency responder I rely on my back to help others. The pain I was experiencing had brought me to the thought of surgery and another round of guided shots.

 

Dr. Boelk assured me that he could take this pain away. It took time since I still had to work carrying heavy weight but I stuck to the program and with time the pain went away. No more stabbing, throbbing or shooting pains in my back or down my leg. I now keep up a once a month maintenance visit so I can play, hold and run with my kids. I also get to enjoy my job again. I wish I found Dr Boelk sooner. Thank you.”
— Joshua Tegardine

 

“Dr Boelk is the most understanding, compassionate and knowledgeable doctor. His expertise with the use of the DRX 9000 Decompression machine has eliminated all my Back and Neck Pain.

I No longer need an operation to fuse my Neck and Spine. His treatments have Saved My Life! As a result, I no longer take Pain Meds for Nerve and Back Pain! Do Not get a Spine operation ...please get a consult with Dr Boelk - he will save your life too.”
— Cliff Gonshery

 

👉 Consultations are no-charge and designed to give you clarity — not pressure.

Because availability is limited and many patients travel in from out of state and overseas, appointments often fill quickly.

 

📍 The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego
5095 Murphy Canyon Road, Suite 300
San Diego, CA 92123

📞 Office: (619) 298-0800
📱 Text Line: (619) 884-8298
🌐 www.SanDiegoBackCare.com