Non-Surgical Spine Pain Relief with Dr. Cassidy Boelk, DC

About Non-Surgical Spine Pain Relief with Dr. Cassidy Boelk, DC

Non-Surgical Spine Pain Relief with Dr. Cassidy Boelk, DC helps listeners understand the real causes of neck pain, back pain, sciatica, and disc injuries—without unnecessary surgery or injections. Dr. Boelk is a Board-Certified Doctor of Chiropractic and Certified Spinal Decompression Doctor with nearly 21 years of experience. Each episode breaks down spine conditions and proven non-surgical options patients can trust. 📞 (619) 298-0800 | 📱 Text (619) 884-8298 📍 San Diego, CA | 🌐 www.SanDiegoBackCare.com | Se habla español.

Publisher

Dr. Cassidy Boelk DC

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

23 Jan 2026

Latest episode

6 Nov 2026

Latest episodes

6 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   6 Nov 2026

   McKenzie Exercises for Sciatica: Who Should Do Them & Who Should Avoid Them?

   Are McKenzie exercises good for sciatica, L4-L5 or L5-S1 disc herniations, and lower back pain? Or could these popular exercises actually make your symptoms worse? In this episode, Dr. Cassidy James Boelk, DC, a Certified Spinal Decompression Doctor and Certified Pain-Free Performance Specialist with over 22 years of clinical experience, explains why McKenzie-style extension exercises may help some people with sciatica while aggravating symptoms in others. In this episode, you'll discover: What McKenzie exercises are and how they work Three traditional lumbar extension positions How to gradually progress through modified extension exercises The difference between centralization and peripheralization of sciatica symptoms Warning signs that an exercise may be aggravating your sciatic nerve Why having an L5-S1 disc herniation doesn't automatically mean extension exercises are right for you When to stop exercising and seek further evaluation Dr. Boelk also shares his personal experience recovering from an L5-S1 disc herniation and explains why he personally avoids certain lumbar extension movements. Important: McKenzie exercises are not appropriate for everyone. If an exercise increases your leg pain, causes symptoms to travel farther down your leg, or produces new neurological symptoms, stop and seek appropriate medical guidance. About Your Host Dr. Cassidy James Boelk, DC, is the founder of the Spinal Decompression Training Academy and director of The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego. For more than 22 years, Dr. Boelk has helped patients struggling with herniated discs, sciatica, degenerative disc disease, and chronic neck and back pain explore conservative, non-surgical treatment options. Could Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Help You? Not everyone is a candidate for spinal decompression therapy. Our office offers a no-charge, no-obligation consultation to discuss your symptoms, treatment history, available imaging, and whether further evaluation may be appropriate. The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego Phone: 619-298-0800 Website: www.SanDiegoBackCare.com (http://www.sandiegobackcare.com/) Location: 5095 Murphy Canyon Road, Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92123 Serving patients throughout San Diego County and those traveling from across the country and internationally. Follow the podcast for more educational episodes about sciatica, herniated discs, spinal decompression, back pain relief, and exercises that may help you move with greater confidence.

2. 

   25 Apr 2026

   Why Stretching Your Low Back May Actually Make It Worse | Disc Injuries, Sciatica & Low Back Pain

   In this episode, Dr. Cassidy Boelk discusses one of the biggest misconceptions surrounding low back pain and sciatica — the idea that stretching is always helpful. Many people automatically assume that if their back feels tight or stiff, they should aggressively stretch it. However, for some individuals dealing with disc injuries, sciatica, nerve irritation, or flexion intolerance, repeated bending and stretching movements may actually continue aggravating the irritated tissue. Topics discussed in this episode include: • why not all back pain is the same • muscle tightness vs disc irritation • how bending forward can increase disc pressure • why temporary relief does not always equal healing • Stuart McGill concepts including “willow branch vs oak tree” body types • why treatment should be individualized • MRI misconceptions and false positives • why proper evaluation and movement assessment matter • stabilization vs mobility approaches • why some stretches help certain people while making others worse The goal of this episode is to help educate listeners about spinal conditions, movement patterns, rehabilitation principles, and the importance of understanding WHY pain is happening rather than simply chasing temporary symptom relief. At The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego, Dr. Cassidy Boelk DC has performed over 100,000 spinal decompression sessions using the DRX9000 and customized treatment protocols designed specifically for each patient. If you are struggling with low back pain, sciatica, disc bulges, or disc herniations, it is important to be evaluated by someone experienced in properly assessing spinal conditions and movement patterns. If you would like to learn more or see whether you may be a candidate for treatment, our office offers a no-charge consultation. 📍 5095 Murphy Canyon Rd Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92123 📞 619-298-0800 📱 Call or Text 619-884-8298 🌐 www.SanDiegoBackCare.com (http://www.SanDiegoBackCare.com)

3. 

   25 Apr 2026

   Podcast #4 How Does Spinal Decompression ACTUALLY Work? | The Truth About Disc Decompression

   Dr. Cassidy Boelk discusses how Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression actually works, why not all decompression treatments are the same, and the importance of proper evaluation, clinical judgment, rehabilitation, and patient selection. Topics discussed in this episode include: • spinal decompression therapy • disc bulges & disc herniations • sciatica • MRI misconceptions • rehabilitation & spinal stability • DRX9000 decompression • spinal biomechanics • low back pain & neck pain • why treatment protocols should be dynamic, not static • proper patient selection and evaluation This podcast is designed to help educate people about spinal conditions, treatment options, rehabilitation principles, and the factors that truly matter when it comes to recovery and long-term results. At The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego, Dr. Cassidy Boelk DC has performed over 100,000 spinal decompression sessions using the DRX9000 and customized treatment protocols designed specifically for each patient. If you are struggling with neck pain, low back pain, sciatica, disc bulges, or disc herniations, it is important to be evaluated by someone who is trained, experienced, and knowledgeable in working with spinal disc conditions and decompression therapy. If you would like to learn more or see whether you may be a candidate for treatment, our office offers a no-charge consultation. 📍 5095 Murphy Canyon Rd Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92123 📞 619-298-0800 📱 Call or Text 619-884-8298 🌐 www.SanDiegoBackCare.com (http://www.SanDiegoBackCare.com)

4. 

   17 Mar 2026

   Episode #3 How Do I Know Which Treatment to Choose for a Herniated Disc?

   Many people diagnosed with a herniated disc are quickly presented with multiple treatment options — medications, injections, physical therapy, chiropractic care, spinal decompression, and sometimes surgery. But how do you know which treatment is actually the right choice? In this episode, Dr. Cassidy Boelk explains how different treatments address different parts of the problem and why understanding the underlying cause of disc compression is critical when deciding what to do next. Dr. Cassidy Boelk, DC is a Certified Spinal Decompression Doctor and founder of The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego. For over 20 years he has helped patients suffering from: • Herniated discs • Sciatica • Neck pain • Chronic low back pain • Nerve compression avoid unnecessary injections and surgery. To find out if you may be a candidate for care, call our office to schedule a no-charge consultation. 📞 619-298-0800 The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego 5095 Murphy Canyon Rd Suite 300 San Diego, CA 92123 Website www.SanDiegoBackCare.com (http://www.SanDiegoBackCare.com)

5. 

   28 Jan 2026

   If a herniated disc doesn’t heal on its own, what should you do next?

   If a herniated disc doesn’t heal on its own, what should you do next? In this episode, Dr. Cassidy Boelk, DC explains how to recognize when a disc injury isn’t resolving, common mistakes people make, and the smart, step-by-step approach to addressing disc pain before surgery becomes necessary. Dr. Boelk is a Certified Spinal Decompression Doctor and Certified Pain-Free Performance Specialist with nearly 20 years of experience helping patients avoid neck and back surgery. He is the founder of the Spinal Decompression Training Academy and treats patients from across the U.S. and internationally. 📍 The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego 📍 5095 Murphy Canyon Road, Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92123 📞 619-298-0800 📱 619-884-8298 🌐 www.SanDiegoBackCare.com (http://www.SanDiegoBackCare.com) 🎧 Next episode: Why spinal decompression works for some people — and fails for others.

6. 

   23 Jan 2026

   Can a Herniated Disc Heal on Its Own? | Non-Surgical Spine Pain Relief

   In this episode, Dr. Cassidy Boelk, DC explains: • What actually causes herniated disc pain • When discs can improve naturally — and when they don’t • Why many people are told surgery is the “only option” too early • How non-surgical spinal decompression may reduce disc pressure and nerve irritation • What to watch for if your pain is getting worse, not better This episode is designed to help you understand your options so you can make informed decisions about your spine — before things become harder to correct. 📍 The Spinal Decompression & Chiropractic Center of San Diego 5095 Murphy Canyon Road, Suite 300, San Diego, CA 92123 📞 Call: (619) 298-0800 📱 Text: (619) 884-8298 🌐 www.SanDiegoBackCare.com (http://www.SanDiegoBackCare.com) Se habla español. Appointments are limited. Consultations are no-charge and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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