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Pain Relief for Degenerative Disc Disease – Kearny Mesa, CA

Pain Relief for Degenerative Disc Disease – Kearny Mesa, CA

Pain Relief for Degenerative Disc Disease – Kearny Mesa, CA — If you're dealing with degenerative disc disease (DDD), you’re not alone. But surgery doesn't have to be your only option. At The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego in Kearny Mesa, Dr. Cassidy Boelk DC—Certified Spinal Decompression Doctor and Certified Pain-Free Performance Specialist—has spent nearly two decades helping patients avoid surgery through effective, non-surgical treatment that lasts.

What Is Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD)?

DDD isn’t a disease per se, but a natural process where spinal discs—the cushions between vertebrae—lose hydration, flexibility, and height over time. This can trigger:

As one patient, Calder Pearce, shared:

“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.”

The biggest misconception is that surgery is the only answer. The reality is that most people with DDD never need surgery when the right treatments are applied.

How DDD Develops

Degeneration can stem from:

Disc problems affect how nerves and muscles respond—so effective treatment must go deeper than symptom relief.

Simple Things You Can Do at Home

As Marlo Surovsky explained:

“After two unsuccessful cortisone shots and being told surgery might be necessary, I found Dr. Boelk. After 18 treatments, I’m pain-free—no meds, just relief.”

Why Most Cases Don’t Require Surgery

Surgery often fails to address the underlying causes of pain. At our clinic, we’ve helped countless patients avoid invasive procedures using proven, personalized care strategies. As Lisa S. from the UK said:

“I travel from the UK to see Dr. Boelk… I have 3 bulging discs and one pressing a nerve. His spinal decompression treatment keeps me active. This place is number one—they genuinely care.”

Why Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression (NSSD) Works So Well

At our Kearny Mesa clinic, we exclusively use DRX 9000 spinal decompression machines—seven of them—making us the largest known provider in California. This device is researched and validated by leading institutions like Stanford, Johns Hopkins, Duke, and Mayo Clinic.

How it works: The DRX 9000 gently separates spinal vertebrae, relieving pressure on discs and nerves. This creates a vacuum effect that draws in water, oxygen, and healing nutrients, promoting disc health and pain relief.

Why it’s effective:

As Kaitelyn H. reflected:

“I went from lying down all day to living pain-free and active. Dr. Boelk’s exercises and feedback are critical for long-term freedom.”

Meet Dr. Cassidy Boelk DC

What sets Dr. Boelk apart:

Conditions We Treat

Key Points — Pain Relief for Degenerative Disc Disease in Kearny Mesa, CA

Take Your Next Step Toward Relief

Don’t suffer in silence. Let’s get you moving again—without drugs, needles, or surgery.

Schedule a complimentary, no-charge, no-obligation consultation now. We accept patients on a first-come, first-served basis due to high demand.

The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego
5095 Murphy Canyon Road, Suite 300, Kearny Mesa, CA 92123
Phone: 619-298-0800
Text: 619-884-8298
Website: www.SanDiegoBackCare.com

You deserve the best pain relief—right here in Kearny Mesa.

Get Fast Pain Relief Now

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(619) 298-0800