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Lower Back Pain When Sitting Too Long – Treatment Without Surgery – Kearny Mesa, CA
Patient Experience
“My name is Ira Smith. I live in Las Vegas and found out about Dr. Boelk’s program here in San Diego and decided to start treatments with him. I’ve had lower back problems since I was very young. I had aggravated my lower back pretty bad again and usually I could do exercises, chiropractic treatment, rest and this time those things would no longer relieve my pain. I would get the sciatic pain shooting down into my leg and foot and would be pretty bad.
I found out thru my MRI’s that Dr. Boelk went over with me that I had 5 protruding discs. I did not want to get surgery as I have heard and seen that they don’t always work very well at all. I am 2/3 of the way done with Dr. Boelk’s program and I have zero pain. I pretty much go thru my activities with no pain. As I follow the program it has been absolutely fantastic! I have been thru physical therapy, chiropractic programs, I went to the hospital and they told me I have 1 bad disc, but I found out I had 4 more bad discs as well. The treatment has relieved the pain and is not painful at all. This can be the starting point for anyone with back pain to get their life back.”
— Ira Smith, Las Vegas, NV
👉 Severe multi-disc low back pain with sciatica improved significantly after failing PT, chiropractic, and medical care—and avoiding surgery.
Next Step: Low Back & Disc Evaluation — Get a Clear Answer First
If your back pain gets worse the longer you sit—whether you’re at work, in the car, or at home—the next step is not guessing.
👉 It’s understanding what is actually causing the pressure on your spine
At our office in Kearny Mesa, San Diego, we begin with a Low Back & Disc Evaluation, where Dr. Boelk personally works through your case.
What You Get During This Evaluation
- Detailed review of your symptoms and history
- Discussion of everything you’ve already tried
- Review of MRI or imaging (if available)
- Clear explanation of what is causing your pain
- Identification of whether the disc is involved
- Assessment of nerve irritation or compression
- Movement testing (sitting, standing, bending patterns)
- Determination if you are a candidate
What We Determine
- Whether your pain is disc-related
- Whether nerve pressure is contributing
- Why sitting specifically triggers your symptoms
- Whether you are a candidate for care
- What a customized plan would look like
- What realistic expectations should be
- Or if another path is more appropriate
👉 This evaluation is provided at no charge and is designed to give you clarity before making any decisions.
⚠️ We only accept patients we believe we can genuinely help
⚠️ A limited number of new patient appointments are available each week
📞 619-298-0800
📱 619-884-8298
🌐 www.SanDiegoBackCare.com
📍 5095 Murphy Canyon Road, Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92123
🕘 24/7 answering service available
🗣️ Hablamos Español
Why Sitting Too Long Triggers Back Pain
When you sit—especially for extended periods:
- Pressure inside your spinal discs increases
- The disc can shift backward toward nerves
- Fluid movement within the disc decreases
- Muscles tighten to protect the area
👉 Over time, this can lead to:
- Increased stiffness
- Pain when standing up
- Pain that travels into the glute or leg
- More frequent flare-ups
What This Pattern Usually Indicates
If sitting consistently aggravates your symptoms, it may point toward:
- Disc bulge or herniation
- Increased internal disc pressure
- Nerve irritation (sciatica)
- Reduced spinal stability under load
How Treatment Actually Works (When Done Correctly)
Spinal decompression is not generic traction—it is a precise, targeted process.
At our office, treatment:
- Targets the specific disc level involved
- Uses exact angles based on your condition
- Applies controlled force over time
- Reduces internal disc pressure
- Helps relieve irritation on nearby nerves
The DRX9000 system allows us to:
- Adjust treatment in real time
- Monitor muscle response
- Reduce guarding
- Deliver consistent decompression
Why Passive + Active Care Is Critical
Many people fail treatment because they only receive one piece of the puzzle.
Passive care (decompression):
- Reduces pressure
- Calms nerve irritation
Active care (rehabilitation):
- Builds spinal stability
- Improves movement control
- Prevents recurrence
👉 This combination is what leads to longer-lasting results
🏡 What You Can Try at Home (Safely)
✅ Do:
- Stand up every 20–30 minutes
- Use lumbar support when sitting
- Keep your posture upright (avoid slouching)
- Walk frequently throughout the day
- Stay hydrated
⚠️ Avoid:
- Long periods of sitting without breaks
- Slouched posture
- Aggressive forward bending
- Stretching into sharp or radiating pain
👉 These steps can reduce irritation while you determine the root cause
Experience Matters
Dr. Cassidy Boelk, DC:
- Certified Spinal Decompression Doctor
- Certified Pain-Free Performance Specialist
- Founder – Spinal Decompression Training Academy
- Founding Member – American Spinal Decompression Society (ASDS)
- Member – International Disc Education Association
- Over 100,000 spinal decompression treatments performed
- One of the only clinics with 7 DRX9000 units
Patients travel from across the U.S. and internationally—including Mexico, the UK, and Spain—to receive this level of care.
Research & Clinical Support
Conservative spine care is widely recommended before surgery when appropriate by:
- Johns Hopkins University
- Duke University Medical Center
- Mayo Clinic
- Stanford University School of Medicine
Clinical outcomes have shown:
- 90.5% of patients reported pain reduction
- Improved nerve-related symptoms
- Improved daily function
Patient Experience
“There is not enough room to explain the relief Dr. Boelk has brought to me and my entire family. I found him after a year of sciatic pain. Couldn't play the sports I loved, no hockey, golf or surfing. The pain shooting from my hip to my left foot was to the point of unbearable. I had been visiting chiropractors since I was 18, temporary relief, but nothing consistent. Acupuncture helped a bit, physical therapy was unmanageable. I couldn't get a solid night sleep and didn't care to go on. But Then I met the Dr! I tell people regularly, he saved my life.
It was a regular routine of adjuments and excersises. A change of life patterns but 110% worth every effort. I have since had my wife, daughter, mother, father and multiple friends and clients visit Dr. Boelk. All thanking me for the referral. Last one was my firefighting friend that had horrible sciatica. He is now on the recovery train.
So without a doubt, if you are on the verge of surgery, don't do it until you give this Dr a chance to examine you 1st. He is honest, he will tell you if you are beyond repair.
I trust him with my life and my back. So should you!”
— Jayson Yavorsky, San Diego, CA
👉 Severe, life-limiting sciatica improved after failing multiple treatments and being close to surgery.
Not Everyone Is a Candidate
“Very nice Dr. and honest! I would definitely recommend anyone who hasn't had metal put in their back in a surgery to go to him and give his program a shot. I believe it would definitely help. Just not in my personal case, as I have a lot of hardware in my back. But I'm glad I took the time to meet with him. It was very informative all around.”
— Toni W., Lake Elsinore, CA
👉 Even when not a candidate, patients receive clear and honest guidance.
Request Your Low Back & Disc Evaluation
If sitting continues to trigger your pain, the next step is to understand why.
What You Get
- Clear diagnosis
- MRI review and explanation
- Understanding of your condition
- Determination if you are a candidate
- A structured plan if appropriate
👉 This evaluation is provided at no charge and gives you clarity before making any decisions.
📞 619-298-0800
📱 619-884-8298
🌐 www.SanDiegoBackCare.com
📍 5095 Murphy Canyon Road, Suite 300
🕘 24/7 answering service
🗣️ Hablamos Español
👉 Most patients wish they had done this sooner instead of continuing to deal with ongoing pain.