Lasting Sciatic Nerve Pain Relief Without Surgery – San Diego, CA
Struggling With Shooting Pain Down Your Leg?
If you’re dealing with burning, electric, or stabbing pain traveling from your lower back into your hip, thigh, or foot, you’re likely experiencing irritation of the sciatic nerve.
Patients often describe:
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Sharp pain when standing
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Burning through the buttock
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Numbness into the toes
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Weakness in the leg
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Difficulty sleeping
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Pain that worsens when sitting
This type of radiating leg discomfort is commonly caused by a disc bulge or disc herniation pressing on a lumbar nerve root.
And when that pressure remains, the nerve continues to stay inflamed.
Why Many Cases of Sciatica Don’t Fully Resolve
Most people try:
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Stretching
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General chiropractic care
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Massage
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Acupuncture
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Anti-inflammatory medications
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Cortisone injections
These may temporarily calm inflammation.
But if the disc compression remains, the source of the problem hasn’t changed.
That’s when people are told surgery may be next.
Before you consider that step, it’s important to understand there is a highly targeted non-surgical approach designed specifically for disc-related nerve compression.
How Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Works
At The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego, treatment focuses on reducing pressure at the injured disc level using FDA-cleared DRX9000 True Spinal Decompression.
This is not simple traction.
It is computerized, precise decompression therapy.
Here’s what happens:
1️⃣ Targeted Disc Isolation
The DRX9000 isolates the injured lumbar disc based on imaging and examination findings.
2️⃣ Negative Intradiscal Pressure
Precise pull angles create a vacuum-like effect inside the disc, helping retract bulging material away from the irritated nerve.
3️⃣ Reduced Nerve Root Compression
As disc pressure decreases, irritation around the sciatic nerve root reduces.
4️⃣ Improved Nutrient Exchange
Spinal discs rely on diffusion for healing. Decompression improves circulation and nutrient movement into damaged tissue.
5️⃣ Stabilization Through Repetition
A structured treatment plan allows healing to occur under controlled mechanical conditions.
Each protocol is customized based on:
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MRI findings
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Disc level involved
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Size of protrusion
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Biomechanics of hips and pelvis
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Stability of surrounding musculature
There is no one-size-fits-all approach.
Why Not All Decompression Is Equal
Many offices advertise “spinal decompression.”
Very few exclusively use the DRX9000 system.
Dr. Cassidy Boelk, DC operates 7 DRX9000 True Spinal Decompression machines in one clinic — the largest known provider in California.
He has performed over 100,000 spinal decompression treatments and has spent nearly 21 years specializing in disc-related nerve compression.
This is not an add-on therapy.
It is the primary focus of the practice.
Real Patients From San Diego
Toni H., San Diego, CA
“For the first time in 10 years, I am totally pain free. My sciatica is gone and I have no more back pain! I've tried other chiropractic procedures, acupuncture, pain killing drugs, and other type therapies that just did not work. I was one step before back surgery, until I discovered Dr. Boelk's therapy and his procedure, and it's a miracle! My office visits were always so relaxing and comfortable, there was never any pain involved with the therapy. Dr. Boelk and Patty are so welcoming and warm and ready to explain everything that's going on. They both take such good care of you! Thank you Dr. Boelk and Patty!”
Summary: After 10 years of persistent sciatic nerve pain and failed therapies, Toni avoided back surgery and became completely pain free through decompression care.
Joshua T., San Diego, CA
“Dr. Boelk has been a life saver. Have had constant lower back and sciatica pain for over 8 plus months, no pills helped and on track for multiple shots but with the treatment given I have found relief and down to zero pain. As a firefighter that relies on his body to help others and the results I have experienced it's totally worth looking into what Dr. Boelk can do for you.”
Summary: Joshua avoided multiple injections and eliminated chronic lower back and leg pain, returning to full-duty work pain free.
Michael Langsdale, San Diego, CA
“I have had a wonderful experience… Been undergoing treatment for about 12 sessions now and the sciatica is gone and I’m almost back to normal… even after the first session I had tremendous relief and could sleep mostly pain free for the first time in months.”
Summary: After poor results with lower-quality machines elsewhere, Michael found rapid relief and long-term improvement using DRX9000 decompression.
Jayson Yavorsky, San Diego, CA
“There is not enough room to explain the relief… I tell people regularly, he saved my life… if you are on the verge of surgery, don't do it until you give this Dr a chance to examine you 1st… I trust him with my life and my back.”
Summary: After a year of debilitating shooting leg pain and failed treatments, Jayson avoided surgery and returned to sports and normal life.
Abel T., San Diego, CA
“After the first 2 decompression sessions my sciatic pain was gone… I did a total of 24 sessions… I gained weight, took pain killers, went into depression… I’m over it now—feeling better, walking, sleeping well.”
Summary: Abel experienced early relief of radiating nerve pain and completed a full decompression and rehabilitation program to restore strength and quality of life.
Decompression Is Passive — Stabilization Is Active
Reducing disc pressure is critical.
But lasting relief requires:
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Core stability training
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Hip mobility correction
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Strengthening deep stabilizers
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Postural retraining
Without active rehabilitation, long-term results may not hold.
Every patient program integrates both passive decompression and corrective strategies to support durable recovery.
Why Patients Travel for This Level of Care
Patients travel not only from San Diego, but from:
Arizona, Nevada, Utah, Oregon, Montana, Alaska, the United Kingdom, Mexico, and Spain.
They seek:
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Exclusive use of DRX9000 technology
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Highly customized protocols
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Nearly two decades of decompression specialization
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Honest case acceptance (not everyone qualifies)
About Dr. Cassidy Boelk, DC
• Board-Certified Doctor of Chiropractic
• Certified Spinal Decompression Doctor
• Certified Pain-Free Performance Specialist
• California X-Ray Radiology Licensed Doctor
• Member, International Disc Education Association
• Founder, Spinal Decompression Training Academy
• Over 100,000 Spinal Decompression Treatments Performed
• 7 DRX9000 True Spinal Decompression Machines
• Nearly 21 Years Specializing Exclusively in Decompression Care
Next Steps Toward Relief From Sciatic Nerve Pain
If lower back and leg pain are limiting your life, early intervention matters.
Here’s how to begin:
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Call (619) 298-0800 — our office has a 24/7 live answering service, so you can speak with someone anytime.
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Text (619) 884-8298.
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Schedule your no-charge consultation.
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Bring MRI or imaging if available.
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Review your findings and determine if your case qualifies.
Consultations are no-charge and carry no obligation.
Because availability is limited and many patients travel in for care, appointments fill quickly. Securing your evaluation early ensures timely access.
📍 The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego
5095 Murphy Canyon Road, Suite 300
San Diego, CA 92123
📞 Office (24/7 Live Answering Service): (619) 298-0800
📱 Text: (619) 884-8298
🌐 www.SanDiegoBackCare.com
Referral Policy
Whether you were referred by a neurologist, orthopedic surgeon, medical doctor, chiropractor, physical therapist, massage therapist, attorney, or friend, all patients are seen on a first-come, first-served basis.
This ensures Dr. Boelk has adequate time to personally evaluate whether you are a candidate for Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression and whether your case can be accepted for treatment.