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Lasting Degenerative Disc Disease Relief – San Diego, CA

Lasting Degenerative Disc Disease Relief – San Diego, CA

Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) can feel like a life sentence of pain and restriction. For many, it starts as stiffness in the back, occasional soreness, or limited flexibility. Over time, it can progress to severe pain, nerve compression, and difficulty with even simple daily activities. Patients are often told surgery or long-term medications are their only options — but that isn’t the whole story.

At The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego, Dr. Cassidy Boelk, DC, has helped thousands of patients find lasting relief from degenerative disc disease and related conditions — all without surgery. With nearly 21 years of experience, over 75,000 spinal decompression treatments performed, and 7 DRX9000 true spinal decompression machines (the most advanced and researched system available), his clinic has become the largest known provider of spinal decompression in California.


Why Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Works

Unlike general traction or inversion tables, the DRX9000 system gently and precisely relieves pressure on damaged discs, allowing them to rehydrate and heal. By creating negative pressure within the disc, this therapy restores space for nerves and reduces inflammation — addressing the root cause of pain, not just masking symptoms.

Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression (NSSD) has been shown to help with:


Real Patients. Real Relief.

“This review is long overdue. I came here initially with skepticism but also hope—they were my last resort for ongoing back issues after a whiplash injury in 2022. I had tried just about everything: sports massages, chiropractors, cupping, acupuncture—nothing gave me lasting relief.

That changed when I started spinal decompression therapy here. From the beginning, they were upfront and let me know it might take 12 or more sessions to feel significant relief. But during one visit, the doctor asked how I was doing, and I suddenly realized—I hadn’t felt pain in a while. That moment came after just six sessions.

I’m now on a maintenance program and come in as needed. While I still experience occasional flare-ups, the relief this treatment provides has been life-changing. Honestly, I’d pay even more for the results I’ve experienced.”
Amanda S., San Diego, CA

“Amazing as always!!! A very attentive and detail-oriented doctor, always willing to help and even dedicate time outside of working hours. The staff is also very kind and pleasant. Thanks to this doctor and his approach, I was able to avoid the surgery that had been recommended to me six years ago.”
Olga S., San Francisco, 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


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Contact Dr. Cassidy Boelk, DC

The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego
📍 5095 Murphy Canyon Road, Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92123
📞 Office Phone: 619-298-0800
📱 Office Cell: 619-884-8298
🌐 www.SanDiegoBackCare.com


About Dr. Cassidy Boelk, DC

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