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Sciatica Pain Getting Worse Instead of Better – Treatment Without Surgery – San Diego, CA

Sciatica Pain Getting Worse Instead of Better – Treatment Without Surgery – San Diego, CA

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
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👉 Severe, worsening sciatica that affected sleep, sports, and daily life improved after failing multiple treatments and being close to surgery.

Next Step: Sciatica & Disc Evaluation — Get a Clear Answer First

If your sciatica is getting worse instead of better, the next step is not trying more random treatments.

👉 It’s identifying what is actually causing the nerve irritation

At our office, we begin with a Sciatica & Disc Evaluation, where Dr. Boelk personally works through your case.

What You Get During This Evaluation

  • Full review of your symptoms and history
  • Discussion of everything you’ve already tried
  • MRI review and explanation (if available)
  • Identification of whether the disc is involved
  • Assessment of nerve irritation or compression
  • Movement testing to identify triggers
  • Clear explanation of your condition
  • Determination if you are a candidate

What We Determine

  • Is your pain truly sciatica or something else
  • What is causing the nerve irritation
  • Whether disc pressure is involved
  • Why your symptoms are getting worse
  • Whether you are a candidate for care
  • What a customized plan would look like
  • What realistic expectations should be

👉 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
⚠️ Limited new patient appointments available each week

📞 619-298-0800
📱 619-884-8298
🌐 www.SanDiegoBackCare.com
🕘 24/7 answering service
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Why Sciatica Sometimes Gets Worse

Many patients notice:

  • pain spreading further down the leg
  • more frequent flare-ups
  • increased intensity over time
  • less relief from things that used to work

This is often due to:

👉 increasing pressure on the nerve from the disc

If that pressure continues:

  • the nerve becomes more sensitive
  • inflammation builds
  • symptoms worsen

Why It Doesn’t Just “Go Away”

People are often told to:

  • stretch
  • rest
  • take medication
  • wait it out

These may help temporarily—but if the source is disc-related:

👉 the underlying issue remains

How Treatment Actually Works

When done correctly, spinal decompression:

  • targets the specific disc involved
  • reduces internal disc pressure
  • creates space for the nerve
  • helps calm irritation

At our office, we use the DRX9000, which:

  • adjusts to your body
  • monitors muscle response
  • prevents guarding
  • delivers consistent decompression

Passive + Active = Long-Term Results

This is critical.

Passive care:

  • reduces pressure
  • calms the nerve

Active care:

  • improves stability
  • corrects movement
  • prevents recurrence

👉 This combination is what leads to lasting results

What You Can Do Right Now

  • Avoid prolonged sitting
  • Limit bending forward repeatedly
  • Stay hydrated
  • Use lumbar support
  • Move frequently
  • Avoid stretching into sharp pain

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
  • Member – International Disc Education Association
  • Over 100,000 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—for this level of care.

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
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👉 Severe multi-disc sciatica improved significantly after failing multiple treatments and avoiding 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
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👉 Even when not a candidate, patients receive clear and honest direction.

Request Your Sciatica & Disc Evaluation

If your sciatica is getting worse instead of better, the next step is to understand why.

What You Get

  • Clear diagnosis
  • MRI review
  • 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
🕘 24/7 answering service
🗣️ Hablamos Español

👉 Most patients wish they had done this sooner instead of continuing to deal with worsening pain.

 

Get Fast Pain Relief Now

Schedule a Complimentary, No-Charge, No-Obligation Consultation or to submit a question, simply fill out the form to the right and click submit.

(619) 298-0800