Non-Surgical Back Pain Treatment – San Diego, CA

Living with back pain in San Diego can make even simple daily activities feel overwhelming. Sitting too long, standing too long, driving, working, sleeping — everything becomes harder when the spine isn’t functioning the way it’s supposed to. And what makes back pain so frustrating for many people isn’t just the discomfort itself, but the lack of meaningful answers. Patients are often told to rest, take medications, try injections, or “wait it out,” yet the pain persists because the source of the problem was never corrected.

For thousands of people, the root issue is spinal disc compression — bulging, herniated, or degenerating discs that place pressure on nerves, causing back pain, sciatica, burning, numbness, tingling, hip pain, and even leg weakness. What most people don’t realize is that medications cannot decompress a disc. Physical therapy cannot pull a disc off a nerve. Chiropractic adjustments help with mobility and alignment, but they cannot create sustained negative pressure inside the disc. And injections offer temporary relief, but they cannot reverse mechanical compression.

This is why so many San Diego residents turn to Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression (NSSD) performed on the DRX9000 True Spinal Decompression System, the most researched, precise, and effective decompression technology available today. At The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego, patients receive a level of care that is extremely rare — a clinic with seven DRX9000 systems, nearly two decades of exclusive specialization in disc treatment, and more than 75,000 decompression treatments performed by Dr. Cassidy Boelk, DC.

Patients consistently report that after trying everything from physical therapy to injections to other decompression offices using cheaper machines, the DRX9000 protocol here was the first treatment that actually addressed the real cause of their pain. One patient shared that he “had been suffering from severe lower back pain and sciatica for months,” and despite trying chiropractic care, physical therapy, massage, acupuncture, and epidural injections, nothing provided lasting relief. After receiving decompression on the DRX9000 with Dr. Boelk, his sciatica that once made walking nearly impossible improved dramatically within weeks, and he explained that he could finally “walk, sit, and drive again without the constant burning pain.”

Stories like this are common because the DRX9000 is not a typical traction machine. This system uses advanced computer-guided algorithms to gently and precisely create negative intradiscal pressure, giving the disc the space it needs to retract, rehydrate, and relieve pressure on the nerve. Unlike inversion tables or basic traction devices, the DRX9000 continuously measures resistance, muscle guarding, and spinal load to ensure safe, targeted decompression at exact angles. This level of precision is one reason the DRX9000 has been studied by leading institutions, including Stanford, Johns Hopkins, Duke Medical Center, and Mayo Clinic, and why so many patients specifically search for this machine by name.

Decompression is effective because it addresses the underlying mechanical issue — compressed discs. When pressure is relieved, the nerves calm down, inflammation decreases, and mobility improves. For many patients, sciatica reduces, walking becomes easier, and they can finally sleep through the night again. Another patient explained that after years of dealing with pain and trying countless treatments, the DRX9000 program here was “life-changing.” Within weeks, the stabbing and burning pain he felt every day began decreasing, and by the end of his program he was able to work, exercise, and sleep normally again.

What makes this San Diego clinic unique is not only the use of the DRX9000, but the way it is used. Dr. Boelk has spent more than 21 years specializing exclusively in Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression. Every patient’s plan is individualized — from decompression angles and hold cycles to tension parameters and active rehabilitation exercises designed to stabilize the spine. Most patients have underlying muscle imbalances, core weaknesses, or hip stability problems that contribute to disc compression. By combining decompression with targeted rehab, the spine is better supported, and long-term relief becomes far more achievable.

Many patients also travel from long distances for this exact reason. People regularly come from Arizona, Nevada, Utah, Oregon, Montana, Alaska, Mexico, Spain, and the United Kingdom because they want true DRX9000 care from someone who specializes in it, not a general chiropractor adding decompression as a side service. When a treatment program is built with precision, delivered on the most advanced equipment, and executed with 20+ years of experience, patients notice the difference quickly.

Another individual shared how she had gone to a different decompression office in the past and assumed decompression didn’t work. That office was not using the DRX9000. She explained that the difference at this clinic was dramatic — the precise settings, the consistency of care, the rehab exercises, and the expertise. Her back and leg pain decreased significantly, and she was able to sit, walk, and function throughout the day far more comfortably than she had in years.

These are the types of results that happen when a clinic is built specifically around decompression protocols rather than general chiropractic care. True spinal decompression requires time, training, proper screening, and strict adherence to protocols. Not every patient qualifies for treatment, and Dr. Boelk reviews each MRI or X-ray to determine candidacy before accepting a case. This is one reason the clinic maintains high success rates — treatment is only recommended when it is truly appropriate.

As discs begin to decompress and nerves begin to calm, patients frequently notice changes such as reduced sciatica, improved walking ability, decreased muscle tension, more stable posture, and a significant reduction in pain intensity. The goal is not temporary relief. The goal is structural improvement that leads to long-term stability.

Why Patients Choose Dr. Cassidy Boelk, DC

• Board-Certified Doctor of Chiropractic

• Certified Spinal Decompression Doctor

• Certified Pain-Free Performance Specialist

• Over 75,000 decompression treatments performed

• 7 DRX9000 True Spinal Decompression Systems in one office

• Founder of the Spinal Decompression Training Academy

• Over 21 years exclusively specializing in Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression

• Patients travel from across the U.S., Mexico, Spain, and the U.K.

Here’s What to Do Right Now

If you are in San Diego and dealing with chronic or severe back pain, here’s exactly what to do next:

1. Call 619-298-0800

Speak with the front desk to schedule your no-charge consultation with Dr. Boelk.

2. Or text 619-884-8298

Send your name and the phrase “Consult Request” to reserve your spot.

3. Bring your MRI or X-rays (if available)

Dr. Boelk personally reviews every case to determine whether Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression is appropriate.

4. Attend your consultation

You’ll receive a full explanation of what’s causing your pain and whether the DRX9000 program can help.

5. Begin your individualized treatment plan

If accepted, you’ll receive a customized decompression and rehabilitation program built specifically for your needs.

⚠️ Important — Limited Weekly Availability

Because Dr. Boelk personally evaluates each patient and oversees every treatment, consultation times are limited each week. Patients are scheduled strictly on a first-come, first-served basis to ensure adequate time and attention for every case.

Most patients say their only regret is waiting too long to start care.

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The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego

📍 5095 Murphy Canyon Rd, Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92123
📞 619-298-0800
📱 619-884-8298
🌐 www.SanDiegoBackCare.com