The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego

Last year, I spent three months constantly going back and forth between doctor’s appointments and urgent care. The pain was unbearable—I was taking medication regularly just to get through the day. Getting out of bed was excruciating, and walking or standing felt like torture. Every step filled me with dread.

In December, my doctor finally ordered an MRI. That’s when I learned I had an extruded disc pressing on my L5 nerve, which affects the leg and foot. My doctor scheduled two follow-up appointments: one for pain management (spinal injections), and another to evaluate me for surgery.

Then I discovered spinal decompression therapy. I was thrilled to find a non-invasive alternative. I never ended up needing either of those appointments.

Now, I’m walking regularly, standing up straight—something I couldn’t do before. When I first sought help, I...

If you’re fortunate enough to hook up with these people, it’s possible to enjoy a quality of life you’ve thought you’d lost.
Quality care with kind & extremely knowledgeable staff.
Dr. Boelk is the “GOAT”.
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Dr. Boelk and his team are the best in the business! 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. He also said from the beginning that if at any stage in the process he felt like progress wasn't happening he would let me know which was not the case with other specialist I have seen in the past so I appreciate that.

I want to thank Dr. Boelk DC and his staff for treating me with my lower back pain. Prior to my treatment with Dr. Boelk, I had no life. I could not dress myself; I had a hard time driving. Also, I had a hard time walking, standing and sitting. After his series of treatments, I am back to working out and training 5 to 6 days a week. No more pain medication for pain!

The staff is soooo great and nice to work with. Dr. Boelk is extremely knowledgable and guides you on the right plan.

Dr Boelk and his team are wonderful and caring. I visit here for adjustments and decompression therapy which is keeping me active and in great shape .

I was so tired of being in pain and felt I had tried all resources. After two unsuccessful cortizone shots in my back (cash out of pocket) recommended by my primary care doctor who assured me that would do the trick, I began asking people about their experience with back surgery. Even my primary care doctor said it might have to be considered. I wanted to stay as far away from the knife as possible.
Sometimes Google is magic...I began to explore other options and found many useful information on spinal decompression. It is not a quick fix. Healing takes time and patience. I am so grateful I found Dr. Boelk and staff at the Spinal Decompression and Chiropractic Center. Of course his 5 star reviews intrigued me. (and he deserves every one of those 5 star reviews)
After a consultation where I never felt rushed and I FELT HEARD I decided to commit to a treatment plan.
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I travel from the UK to see Dr boelk and his wonderful team . I have 3 bulging disc and one is touching the nerve. I have the spinal decompression treatment and it really helps keep me in my active life . I will not go to anyone else for back treatment, this place is number one and they genuinely care about their patients.

Dr. Cassidy and he’s team are the best! Everyone is always super nice and friendly, I been getting back adjustments here for years and I 100% recommend him.

The Dr. helped me get out of pain. He is amazing.

Absolutely amazing results despite my concerns and absolutely wonderful staff

I feel very happy with the results after going through spinal decompression therapy, I was in pain almost all the time and traditional chiropractor didn’t really help neither did physical therapy, found this place online and after reading about it it it just made sense to me how it works and how it can help me and give it a chance for my back pain and it worked great for me. I am able to do my normal routine without pain and even exercise. Highly recommend.

Dr Boelk is such a nice guy and his staff is always friendly and professional! As a fellow chiropractor who treats back pain all day, he is the one I go to for my own back. His DRX machines are the most effective non-invasive treatment for disc injuries. I just wish I could afford 1 for my own clinic.

Came to this office with a serious back pain. Was not able to walk for more than 5min.
Significant improvement after 8 sessions. Walking with minimal pain for as long as I want.
Many thanks to Dr Boelk and office staff

Had terrible low back pain last year, had gone with a traditional chiropractor but didn’t feel it was doing much.
Went to this place and after talking to Dr Boelk decided to try spinal decompression therapy. After 3 session my pain was almost completely gone.
The staff is very professional and friendly. A big plus is how you get to go at your appointment time instead of waiting.
I would say the only negative is that is not covered by insurance so you have to pay out of pocket but it you can afford it is 100% worth it.

This place is amazing, the staff is friendly and I'd recommend this place to anyone who needs it.
I recently discharged from the military with quite a few injuries, and extremely bad back pain. Since then I have seen dozens of incompetent doctors that have had no real interest in treating me, only interest is selling me the next pill or vaccine.
Dr. Boelk is not one of those doctors, this man is professional/ knowledgeable and truly cares about his patients. I have had nothing short of a great experience in this office. His nurse Megan is also very polite and caring for their patients.
These days it is very difficult to find a genuine medical professional, so when I do find them I feel that the world needs to know. This man is a good dude.

I love The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center Of San Diego because of the wonderful things they do. I have to admit I had my doubts because of the price. I had a lumbar discectomy in 2019 & reinjured my lumbar spine in 2022. I was certain I would require surgery again. Luckily to the services rendered by Dr. Boelk and his amazing staff my pain improved, I’m back at work and did not require surgery. After trying numerous alternative therapies and western medicine I now know this is the treatment for me regardless of the price.

The center is clean, relaxing, with friendly and accommodating staff. The treatments are effective and feel very nice. They are expensive though, and aren’t discussed very transparently. Usually in hushed tones, as if not to draw attention to the fact that they aren’t typically covered by insurances. I have the privilege to afford treatment and am grateful to receive them, the cost should be discussed openly and easily so that all patients can make informed decisions.