IF SURGERY WAS RECOMMENDED — THERE'S ANOTHER WAY

    Stop Living
    in Pain.

    FDA-cleared Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression for sciatica, herniated discs & chronic back pain. No drugs. No injections. No surgery.

    FOR PEOPLE WHO HAVE ALREADY TRIED:

    Surgery Recommended Injections Failed Chiropractic Didn't Hold PT Didn't Fix It
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    Targets the root cause — not just the symptoms

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    Personalized 8–12 week protocol · 500+ patients helped

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    FDA-cleared · Dr. Alex Ruiz, DC · West Covina, CA

    DR.

    Dr. Alex Ruiz, DC

    Founder & Clinical Director

    Google Reviews

    "I was told I needed surgery. After 8 weeks with Dr. Ruiz, I'm completely pain-free." — Maria G.

    FREE CASE REVIEW — NO OBLIGATION

    Find Out If You Qualify

    Takes 30 seconds. Our team calls you back same day — no pressure, no commitment.

    Same-day case reviews available
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    🇲🇽Se habla español
    ✓ FDA-Cleared✓ Non-Surgical✓ Bilingual
    S C R O L L
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    Patients Served
    Real people, real experiences
    8–12 Wks
    Typical Program Length
    20–25 sessions, results vary by case
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    Google Rating
    Verified patient reviews
    0% Surgery
    Our Goal for Every Patient
    Non-surgical options explored first
    CONDITIONS WE TREAT

    Six Conditions
    We Treat

    Evidence-based, imaging-personalized treatment for your specific condition.

    MOST COMMON

    Disc Herniation & Bulging Discs

    Compressed discs creating radiating nerve pain down the arms or legs. Decompression creates negative intradiscal pressure to retract disc material and restore disc height.

    NERVE RELATED

    Sciatica & Nerve Pain

    Shooting pain from your lower back through your leg originates from sciatic nerve compression. Precision decompression targets the root cause — not just the symptoms.

    LUMBAR

    Chronic Low Back Pain

    Years of pain, failed treatments, and no answers. Our structured 8–12 week protocol delivers measurable, lasting relief when injections, PT, and medication have failed.

    CERVICAL

    Chronic Neck Pain & Cervical Disc

    Degenerative cervical discs causing stiffness, headaches, and radiating arm pain. Cervical decompression gently restores disc height and relieves nerve compression.

    CANAL NARROWING

    Spinal Stenosis

    Narrowing of the spinal canal that compresses nerve roots and the spinal cord. Our advanced decompression protocols restore canal space and reduce neurogenic symptoms.

    POST-SURGICAL

    Failed Back Surgery Syndrome

    Still in pain after surgery? You're not out of options. Many post-surgical patients achieve lasting relief through our regenerative, non-invasive approach.

    MRI showing disc herniation
    Imaging Analysis
    Your MRI guides your treatment
    We analyze your specific pathology and design a personalized decompression protocol to address the root cause of your pain.

    Ready to Stop Living in Pain?

    Request your free case review today — a quick phone call with our patient specialist, no commitment.

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    Integrated Therapies

    Advanced Technology for Complete Healing

    Combine FDA-cleared spinal decompression with regenerative therapies. Each modality works synergistically to address pain at its source.

    Spinal Decompression
    Core Treatment

    Spinal Decompression

    FDA-cleared computerized traction that gently separates spinal vertebrae, creating negative pressure to retract herniated disc material and restore disc height. The gold standard for disc-related pain.

    Reduces disc herniation
    Relieves nerve compression
    Restores disc height
    Non-surgical

    Questions? Our Team Is Available Now.

    Call or text us to speak with a patient specialist — Se Habla Español.

    Call (626) 669-4559
    The Mind Behind the Method

    Meet Dr. Alex Ruiz, DC

    Founder of the ChiroMedix protocol and the doctor who personally certified every staff member — ensuring every patient receives care built on the same SCUHS-grade standards.

    Dr. Alex Ruiz

    Dr. Alex Ruiz, DC

    Founder & Protocol Creator

    Clinic
    Protocol

    Dr. Alex Ruiz, DC graduated from Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCUHS) — one of the most respected chiropractic programs in the country.

    He didn't just build a clinic — he built a system. Every staff member at ChiroMedix has been personally certified by Dr. Ruiz to deliver the same evidence-based, protocol-driven care. Dr. Alex Ruiz, DC oversees every patient's care — you're always getting results from the same proven protocol, built and led by Dr. Ruiz himself.

    Doctor of Chiropractic — Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCUHS)

    Certified Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression Specialist

    Trained & mentored the entire Chiromedix clinical staff to SCUHS standards

    Dr. Alex Ruiz's Philosophy

    "I'm not interested in basic chiropractic care or injections that mask symptoms. I go to the source — using clinical evidence-based protocols that produce real, measurable results. Here, we prioritize your recovery over insurance billing. That's the Chiromedix difference."

    Real Patient Transformations

    Watch Real Patient Transformations

    Don't just take our word for it — hear directly from patients who got their lives back.

    Sylvia's Story

    20 Years of Chronic Pain — Finally Gone

    After suffering for over 20 years, Sylvia found lasting relief through our non-surgical spinal decompression protocol. She now lives pain-free and has her life back.

    Diane's Story

    Years of Pain — A Full Recovery

    Diane had been living with debilitating pain for years. Through our personalized treatment plan, she reached a level of recovery she never thought possible.

    Blanca's Story

    Over a Year of Sciatica — Surgery Avoided

    Blanca could barely walk and was next in line for surgery and injections. After months of basic chiropractic care yielded zero change, she finally found lasting relief through our specialized treatment.

    Why ChiroMedix Works

    The Science Behind Your Recovery

    Non-surgical spinal decompression isn't chiropractic adjustments. It's a precise, evidence-based mechanical process that directly targets the source of your pain.

    AI Visualization — Live

    Watch how spinal decompression relieves disc pressure in real time.

    COMPRESSED DISC
    BeforeDuringAfter

    Herniated disc pressing on nerve root — causing pain, numbness & sciatica.

    How Spinal Decompression Supports Disc Relief

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    The Problem: Compressed Disc

    A herniated or bulging disc presses against nearby nerve roots, causing pain, sciatica, numbness, and weakness.

    2

    The Treatment: Negative Intradiscal Pressure

    Our FDA-cleared table creates a precise negative pressure that gently retracts the bulging disc material away from the nerve.

    3

    The Result: Rehydration & Healing

    The negative pressure may draw water, oxygen, and nutrients back into the disc — supporting the body's natural recovery process.

    ✓ Individual results vary. Spinal decompression is intended to support the body's natural recovery — not a guaranteed cure. A clinical assessment determines candidacy.

    FDA-Cleared
    FDA-ClearedDecompression Technology
    Decompression Technology

    FDA-Cleared Technology

    Our spinal decompression table is FDA-cleared — the gold standard for non-surgical disc treatment. Not all decompression is equal.

    Evidence-informed
    Personalized protocol
    Clinical oversight by Dr. Ruiz, DC
    Non-Surgical
    Non-SurgicalFirst Approach Always
    First Approach Always

    Surgery-Avoidance Is Our Goal

    We always explore non-surgical options first. Many of our patients have been able to avoid surgery — though individual results vary based on each patient's condition.

    Evidence-informed
    Personalized protocol
    Clinical oversight by Dr. Ruiz, DC
    8–12 Wks
    8–12 WksAverage Recovery Time
    Average Recovery Time

    Results in 8–12 Weeks

    Most patients notice meaningful pain reduction within the first 2 weeks. Full programs run 20–25 sessions over 8–12 weeks.

    Evidence-informed
    Personalized protocol
    Clinical oversight by Dr. Ruiz, DC
    0%
    0%Interest Financing Options
    Interest Financing Options

    0% Financing Available

    We believe cost shouldn't stop you from healing. We offer 0% Affirm financing, HSA/FSA, CareCredit, and in-house payment plans.

    Evidence-informed
    Personalized protocol
    Clinical oversight by Dr. Ruiz, DC
    100%
    100%Non-Invasive Protocols
    Non-Invasive Protocols

    No Surgery. No Injections. No Drugs.

    Every protocol at ChiroMedix is 100% non-invasive. We treat the root cause — not just the symptoms — without any downtime.

    Evidence-informed
    Personalized protocol
    Clinical oversight by Dr. Ruiz, DC
    Fast MRI Imaging

    Get Your MRI Done Fast & Affordably.

    We refer patients to a trusted local imaging partner at a reduced cash-pay rate — no insurance approval needed, no weeks of waiting. Most patients have their results in hand within days.

    Results in Days, Not Weeks

    Our partnered imaging center prioritizes our patients. You typically receive your MRI results within just a few days of your scan.

    One of the Lowest Cash-Pay Rates Locally

    Through our clinic partnership, we've negotiated a reduced cash-pay rate for our patients — one of the lowest available in the area.

    No Insurance Delays

    Skip the weeks-long wait for insurance pre-authorization. This cash-pay option means you get imaging done on your schedule.

    Trusted Local Imaging Partner

    We refer patients to a vetted, trusted local imaging center we work with directly — so you're in good hands from the moment you walk in.

    With Insurance (Typical)

    • Wait days or weeks for pre-authorization
    • Schedule weeks out for available appointments
    • Wait additional days for results
    • Copays, deductibles & out-of-pocket costs

    Through Our Clinic Partnership

    • No insurance approval required
    • Appointments available quickly
    • Results typically within a few days
    • One of the lowest cash-pay rates available locally
    Ask About MRI Referral

    Se Habla Español • Cash-pay imaging referral available for our patients

    Find Out If You're a Candidate

    Get a free case review with our patient specialist — same-day callbacks available.

    Request Free Case Review
    Patient Video Stories

    Hear It Directly from Our Patients

    Real people, real results — no scripts, no actors. These are the voices of patients who chose non-surgical care.

    Joe G.

    Joe G.

    Severe Sciatica — Avoided Surgery

    "I was told surgery was my only option. ChiroMedix changed my life."

    Marleny D.

    Marleny D.

    3 Bulging Discs + Stenosis

    "ChiroMedix gave me hope and a pain-free future."

    Priscilla's Mom

    Priscilla's Mom

    Intense Sciatic — Couldn't Walk

    "After 6 sessions she was walking freely with almost no pain."

    Patient Success Stories

    Patient Success Stories

    Real Results from Real People

    94% Success Rate
    Results in ~8 weeks

    Bayley B.

    32 years old • Sciatica & Numbness

    Condition Duration:
    3 years
    Prior Treatments:
    Multiple treatments with no lasting relief
    Outcome:
    Complete relief after care with Dr. Alex
    In 8 weeks

    "Dr. Alex was honestly amazing!! I came in with REALLY bad sciatica and numbness that had been bothering me for 3 years, and he helped me get complete relief."

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    Verified Patient Reviews

    What Our Patients Say

    5.0· Verified across platforms
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    Google Review
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    I was told surgery was my only option. After 8 weeks with Dr. Ruiz, I'm completely pain-free. I can't believe I almost went under the knife. This clinic changed my life.

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    Maria G.

    Herniated Disc • L4-L5

    ✓ Verified
    Google Review
    "

    Three years of non-stop sciatica shooting down my leg. Two different doctors told me injections were my only option short of surgery. Dr. Ruiz fixed me in 10 sessions. I feel 20 years younger.

    J

    Joe G.

    Severe Sciatica • Shooting Leg Pain

    ✓ Verified
    Yelp Review
    "

    I've been to 4 chiropractors and a pain management specialist. Nothing worked long-term. ChiroMedix is completely different — the decompression protocol actually heals the disc, it doesn't just mask the pain.

    S

    Sandra L.

    Degenerative Disc Disease

    ✓ Verified

    Real reviews from real patients. Results may vary based on individual condition and treatment plan.

    Patient Outcomes

    They Were Told Surgery Was Their Only Option.

    They chose Chiromedix instead. Here's what happened.

    Chiromedix clinic
    Chiromedix clinic
    Chiromedix clinic
    Chiromedix clinic
    FDA-Cleared
    Decompression Technology
    Bilingual
    English & Spanish Care
    0% Financing
    Affordable Payment Plans
    Non-Surgical
    100% Drug-Free Protocols

    Serving West Covina & the San Gabriel Valley

    ChiroMedix Spine & Recovery proudly serves patients from West Covina and surrounding communities in the San Gabriel Valley. Whether you were injured in an auto accident, suffer from chronic back pain, or need non-surgical spinal care — we are here to help.

    West Covina
    Covina
    Baldwin Park
    El Monte
    Glendora
    Pomona
    La Puente
    Azusa
    Walnut
    Diamond Bar
    Industry
    Rowland Heights

    Located on Orange Ave & Cameron Ave in West Covina, CA 91790. Se habla español.

    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Get answers to the most common questions about spinal decompression, treatment, and insurance.

    Still Have Questions?

    Our team is ready to help. Call us or start the free qualification quiz.

    You've Suffered Long Enough

    What Would You Do
    Without the Pain?

    Go back to work. Sleep through the night. Play with your grandkids. Travel again. Whatever it is — our patients are doing it. You could be next.

    Before Chiromedix
    Constant pain
    Can't sleep
    Missing work
    Facing surgery
    On medication
    After Chiromedix
    Pain-free days
    Sleeping again
    Back to work
    Surgery avoided
    Off medication

    Se Habla Español • Flexible Payment Plans Available • No Surgery Required

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