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Surgery Alternatives for Severe Sciatica in San Diego, CA

Discover Surgery Alternatives for Severe Sciatica in San Diego, CA

If you're struggling with severe sciatica, finding effective and lasting relief can feel overwhelming. At The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego, we specialize in non-surgical solutions designed to target the root cause of your pain and provide long-term results.

What is Sciatica?

Sciatica refers to pain that radiates along the sciatic nerve, which runs from your lower back through your hips, buttocks, and down each leg. This pain is often caused by pressure or irritation of the sciatic nerve, typically due to:

  • Disc bulges or herniations
  • Spinal stenosis
  • Degenerative disc disease
  • Muscle imbalances or tightness
  • Trauma or injuries

Why Some Sciatica Cases Improve While Others Don’t

While minor cases of sciatica can resolve with rest and at-home care, many cases persist because the underlying issues—such as compressed spinal discs, nerve impingement, or muscle imbalances—remain unaddressed. When left untreated, chronic sciatica can lead to worsening pain, reduced mobility, and a significant impact on your quality of life.

What You Can Do at Home

Here are some steps you can take to ease mild sciatica symptoms:

  1. Apply heat or ice therapy to reduce inflammation and soothe muscles.
  2. Gentle stretching, such as hamstring or piriformis stretches, to relieve tension.
  3. Maintain good posture to avoid further nerve compression.
  4. Use anti-inflammatory measures, like over-the-counter medications or natural remedies.

However, if your symptoms persist or worsen, professional care is crucial to addressing the root causes.

Our Approach to Lasting Sciatica Relief

Dr. Cassidy Boelk DC is a Certified Spinal Decompression Doctor with nearly 20 years of experience helping patients avoid surgery and reclaim their lives. With over 50,000 Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression sessions performed, his San Diego office is the largest provider in California, offering comprehensive treatment plans tailored to your unique condition.

We believe in combining passive therapies, like Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression (FDA-cleared DRX 9000 machines), with active therapies, such as stability exercises, to restore strength, mobility, and balance. This dual approach ensures we’re not just masking the pain but addressing the exact causes, like disc compression, nerve irritation, and muscle dysfunction.

Why Choose Dr. Boelk?

  • Specialized Expertise: As a Certified Spinal Decompression Doctor and Certified Pain-Free Performance Specialist, Dr. Boelk has spent thousands of hours treating severe back and neck conditions.
  • Personal Experience: Having recovered from his own severe spinal injuries, including a broken back and disc bulge, Dr. Boelk deeply understands what it takes to achieve true recovery.
  • Proven Results: Patients from around the country trust him for advanced, personalized care that avoids surgery and gets lasting results.

Get Relief Today

If you’re tired of living with severe sciatica and searching for a real alternative to surgery, call us today at 619-298-0800 or 619-884-8298 to schedule your consultation. Visit us at 5095 Murphy Canyon Road, Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92123, or learn more at www.SanDiegoBackCare.com.

Let us help you find a solution that works, so you can get back to doing what you love!

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