Lasting Pain Relief for Disc Herniations – San Diego, CA

Living with a herniated disc can be overwhelming. Shooting pain, burning sensations, numbness, or weakness often interfere with sleep, work, and everyday life. If you’re searching for lasting pain relief for disc herniations in San Diego, CA, you don’t have to settle for medications, injections, or risky surgery.

At The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego, Dr. Cassidy Boelk, DC, provides proven, non-surgical treatment that addresses the root cause of disc herniations and helps patients find lasting relief. As the #1 rated spinal decompression doctor in San Diego, and the largest known provider of Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression (NSSD) in California, Dr. Boelk has performed over 65,000 decompression treatments using the FDA-cleared DRX9000 system. Patients travel from across the U.S. and internationally for his expertise.

Why Do Disc Herniations Occur?

Discs are like cushions between the vertebrae. They absorb shock and allow for smooth movement. Over time, stress, poor posture, injuries, or degeneration can cause a disc to bulge or rupture, pressing on the nearby nerves. This pressure creates the radiating pain, tingling, and weakness often associated with sciatica or chronic back pain.

How Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression (NSSD) Helps

The DRX9000 spinal decompression system is not the same as traction or inversion tables. Backed by research from Stanford, Johns Hopkins, Duke, and Mayo Clinic, it:

• Gently creates negative pressure inside spinal discs to relieve nerve compression

• Pulls bulging or herniated disc material away from nerve roots

• Restores hydration and nutrients, encouraging healing and reconditioning of discs

• Provides computer-guided precision customized for each patient’s condition

• Creates lasting relief when combined with targeted active therapy

Michael Langsdale describes his recovery:

“I have had a wonderful experience with Dr. Boelk and his staff at the Spinal Decompression and Chiropractic Center of San Diego. They have a great protocol and the best decompression machines. I’ve been to other places with sub par machines and didn’t get any benefit. Dr. Boelk is very attentive and cares about each person, you can see it in how he interacts with everyone. Been undergoing treatment for about 12 sessions now and the sciatica is gone and I’m almost back to normal, didn’t think it would ever heal but even after the first session I had tremendous relief and could sleep mostly pain free for the first time in months. Definitely worth the investment! Thank you!”

Conditions NSSD Can Help

In addition to disc herniations, Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression can be highly effective for:

• Disc bulges

• Sciatica

• Degenerative disc disease

• Nerve compression

• Chronic neck and back pain

Why Both Passive and Active Therapy Are Needed

While spinal decompression is powerful, it is considered a passive therapy. For results to last, it must be paired with active therapy that addresses underlying imbalances. Dr. Boelk integrates corrective exercise, stability training, and postural work into his protocols to ensure patients not only get out of pain but also stay out of pain long-term.

Brian Perrotta shares:

“I highly recommend Dr. Cassidy Boelk, DC and the team at The Spinal Decompression and Chiropractic Center. I came in with severe sciatica and a herniated disc, and his treatments have made a world of difference. He and his staff are both professional and genuinely caring, creating a welcoming and supportive environment. The treatments were not only highly effective but also tailored to my specific needs. I’m grateful for the care I received and the significant improvement in my quality of life.”

Why Patients Choose Dr. Boelk

• Certified Spinal Decompression Doctor

• Certified Pain-Free Performance Specialist

• Nearly 20 years of helping patients avoid surgery

• Over 65,000 decompression treatments performed

• Only clinic in San Diego with seven DRX9000 machines

• Founder of the Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Training Academy

• #1 rated spinal decompression doctor in San Diego

• Largest known provider of NSSD in California

Amanda describes how decompression gave her life back:

*“Last year, I spent three months constantly going back and forth between doctor’s appointments and urgent care. The pain was unbearable—I was taking medication regularly just to get through the day. Getting out of bed was excruciating, and walking or standing felt like torture. Every step filled me with dread.

In December, my doctor finally ordered an MRI. That’s when I learned I had an extruded disc pressing on my L5 nerve, which affects the leg and foot. My doctor scheduled two follow-up appointments: one for pain management (spinal injections), and another to evaluate me for surgery.

Then I discovered spinal decompression therapy. I was thrilled to find a non-invasive alternative. I never ended up needing either of those appointments.

Now, I’m walking regularly, standing up straight—something I couldn’t do before. When I first sought help, I was so hunched over that I had to use a cane just to move forward. Because of the pain, I hadn’t exercised in months. But now, I’m doing a program called 75 hard which requires not one but 2 45-minute workouts per day, and I've even gotten back to lifting weights!

I’m so thankful I found this place. It’s conveniently located near my work, which makes it easy to fit sessions into my lunch break. Dr. Boelk and the staff are incredibly friendly and polite—it’s always a pleasure to come in.

The environment is so relaxing that I look forward to each visit. I truly thank God for leading me to this alternative. It’s made such a difference in my life.”*

Long-Term Results Patients Can Trust

Lasting relief requires more than just short-term fixes. Dr. Boelk’s unique protocols ensure that each patient receives a plan tailored to their condition, pairing decompression with supportive therapies for sustainable outcomes.

As Calder Pearce puts it:

“Dr. Boelk and his team are the best in the business! I have had lower back problems for over 5 years and been to 6 other doctors seeking options other than surgery. I came in early January not able to bend and walking with a limp. By February I was able to bend again with minimal pain and by March I am now able to bend without any pain and am able to walk normally. I am EXTREMELY happy I did not have surgery and found Dr. Boelk. Trust him and the process and he will get you feeling better. He also said from the beginning that if at any stage in the process he felt like progress wasn't happening he would let me know which was not the case with other specialist I have seen in the past so I appreciate that.”

Referral Policy

Many patients come to Dr. Boelk from referrals by neurologists, orthopedic surgeons, chiropractors, physical therapists, massage therapists, and medical doctors. Regardless of referral source, all patients are seen on a first-come, first-served basis to ensure proper time and care are given.

Take Action Today

Disc herniations rarely improve on their own — and the longer nerve compression continues, the more damage it can cause. With the right approach, lasting relief is possible.

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