I Have a Disc Herniation — What Should I Do? | San Diego, CA

If you’ve been diagnosed with a disc herniation, you're not alone—and you’re probably wondering what the best next step is. The good news is that you may be able to avoid surgery, injections, or long-term medications with the right care plan.

At The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego, we specialize in one of the most effective, non-invasive treatments available: Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression (NSSD) using the DRX9000 system.

💡 First—What Is a Disc Herniation?

A herniated disc occurs when the soft inner portion of a spinal disc pushes through a tear in the outer layer. This often leads to:

• Nerve compression

• Sciatica (pain down the leg)

• Numbness and tingling in arms or legs

• Muscle weakness

• Stiffness and limited range of motion

• Chronic back or neck pain

These issues can be debilitating and dramatically affect your quality of life.

✅ What You Should Do: Treat the Cause, Not Just the Symptoms

Many treatments (like massage, injections, medications, or standard chiropractic adjustments) focus on pain relief. But with disc herniations, relieving pain without addressing the source—disc compression—only provides short-term results.

That’s why we use Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression (NSSD). This treatment directly targets the problem by relieving pressure on the disc and nerves through a gentle, computer-controlled pulling motion.

🧠 Why We Use the DRX9000 for Spinal Decompression

Not all spinal decompression devices are created equal. We only use the DRX9000 because:

• It’s FDA-cleared and backed by research from Stanford, Johns Hopkins, Mayo Clinic, and Duke Medical Center

• It monitors your body's response 13x per second for real-time adjustments

• It allows for precise customization to target the exact disc and issue

• It provides a true decompressive force—not just a basic spinal stretch like inversion tables or general traction

The result? Faster healing, long-term relief, and improved function.

🧩 Why Our Protocols Work So Well

While the DRX9000 is incredible, it’s how we use it that makes all the difference.

Dr. Cassidy Boelk DC has over 21 years of experience and has performed more than 65,000 decompression sessions. He combines this advanced technology with:

• 📋 Personalized treatment plans based on each patient’s unique history, imaging, and goals

• 🏋️‍♂️ Active therapy including core and spinal stability work

• 🧘 Mobility, posture, and movement re-education

• 💬 One-on-one evaluations before and during each visit to ensure constant improvement

This is not a cookie-cutter program. Your care is designed for you.

⭐ Real Results from Real People

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.

📍Why We’re San Diego’s Top-Rated Spinal Decompression Clinic

• California’s largest known provider of Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression

• 7 DRX9000 machines on-site

• Patients travel from across the U.S., Mexico, Canada, and Europe

• 5-star rated with over 200 real patient reviews

• First-come, first-serve appointments—no referral required

What You Can Do at Home

If you’re managing a disc herniation, here are a few tips to support your recovery:

• ❌ Avoid aggressive stretching early on—it can worsen inflammation

• ✅ Use ice to reduce irritation

• 🪑 Avoid long periods of sitting (especially in soft chairs)

• 🚶 Gentle walking can help stimulate circulation

• 🧍 Practice posture awareness throughout the day

But remember, no home remedy can decompress a disc like NSSD can.

🎯 Ready to Avoid Surgery and Start Healing?

If you’re tired of short-term fixes and ready to feel better—without surgery or drugs—call or text us today to schedule your no-cost consultation.

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
🌐 Visit: www.SanDiegoBackCare.com

You don’t have to live with pain. Let us help you get your life back.