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Q: Is there an age limit for these treatments?

No. Both spinal decompression and MedX strengthening can be adapted for people of all ages. Settings and protocols are always adjusted based on your specific condition, age, and comfort level.

You may have more options than you think.

Helping people in the Conejo Valley explore non-surgical spine care for over 23 years.

$29 Avoid Surgery Consultation

Your $29 consultation includes:

A focused discussion about your pain, movement, and goals
MRI and X-ray review if applicable
A clear explanation of what may be contributing to your symptoms
Our doctors' recommended next steps based on your specific findings
Your $29 applies toward treatment if you choose to begin care.

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Non-Surgical Back & Neck Pain Evaluation — Thousand Oaks, CA

If you have been told surgery is your next step, you still have options.

At Omega Rehab & Sport, we help people with persistent neck and low back pain understand what is causing their symptoms, explore non-surgical options, and find a clearer path forward in Thousand Oaks CA.

"Is surgery really my only option right now?"
"Is there something I should try before moving forward?"
"Why has nothing worked yet?"

These are the exact questions we help people answer every day.

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"My doctor suggested I not see a chiropractor but I went anyway and came here. I am so happy I did. The pain is gone and I did not need surgery."

— J.O. ★★★★★

"I have suffered with chronic pain from an injury for over 11 years. I have seen many doctors and had many procedures and surgeries. Everything was a bandaid until I started with Dr. K and the team. My pain went down tremendously after only a few treatments. I have never found someone who knew what was wrong with me and how to fix me."

— C.N. ★★★★★

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How 5 of the Most Common Conditions May Be Helped

1. Herniated or Bulging Discs

The disc is a cushion between your vertebrae. When it herniates or bulges, it can press into spaces where nerves run, causing sharp pain, leg pain, tingling, or numbness. Spinal decompression gently creates space between the vertebrae, reducing pressure on the disc and the nerves it is affecting. As that pressure eases, the disc has a chance to settle and irritation begins to calm.

2. Degenerative Disc Disease

Over time, discs lose height and hydration, reducing the space between vertebrae and increasing stress on the surrounding nerves and joints. Decompression helps restore space and reduce that stress. MedX strengthening then helps rebuild the deep stabilizing muscles that support the spine, helping people maintain their progress and reduce the likelihood of symptoms returning.

3. Sciatica

Sciatica is irritation of the sciatic nerve, most often caused by a disc pressing into the nerve's path. The result can be pain, burning, or numbness running from the low back down into the leg or foot. Spinal decompression targets the affected disc, creating space and reducing the pressure on the nerve. As the nerve irritation settles, symptoms along its entire path typically improve.

4. Spinal Stenosis

Stenosis means the spaces in the spine have narrowed, putting pressure on the nerves or spinal cord passing through them. This often causes pain, heaviness, or weakness in the legs, especially with walking or standing. Decompression helps open those spaces and relieve nerve pressure. Rebuilding spinal strength through MedX gives the muscles around the spine the ability to hold those spaces open long term.

5. Chronic Neck and Low-Back Pain

Persistent pain that keeps returning is often a sign that the underlying cause, pressure on a nerve or disc combined with weakness in the surrounding muscles, has never been fully addressed. Our three-step approach works to identify the source, reduce the pressure, and rebuild the strength that gives the spine its best chance of staying strong and functional.

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Clarity. Relief. Lasting Strength.

Step 1: Clarity

We start by reviewing your history, your imaging when available, and your clinical findings to understand the full picture of what is contributing to your symptoms, what has and has not worked, and what a non-surgical path forward may look like for your specific situation.

Step 2: Relief

Using non-surgical spinal decompression, we gently relieve pressure on irritated discs, nerves, and joints, giving your spine the space it needs to begin healing. As pressure reduces, many people notice improvement from the very first session.

Step 3: Lasting Strength

Objective spinal strength testing is a standard part of every neck and low back care plan. We use MedX to objectively test spinal strength against standards specific to your age, sex, and body weight. When weakness is identified, MedX Strengthening is used through a progressive, measurable protocol to build the deep stabilizing strength the spine needs for lasting results.

Omega Rehab & Sport is the certified MedX facility in Ventura County.

Self-care and lasting habits are woven into every step and every plan of care.

"I finally found a team that listened, explained, and delivered results. My pain is gone, and my strength and confidence are back."

— D.J.A. ★★★★★

The Doctors Behind Your Recovery

Meet the team helping many Conejo Valley people find a non-surgical path forward.

Non-Surgical Back & Neck Pain Evaluation Thousand Oaks CA Sevak Khodabakhshian, D.C.

Sevak Khodabakhshian, D.C.
Dr. Khodabakhshian earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic West in 2003 and has been helping people in the Conejo Valley find relief from persistent neck and low back pain ever since.
What people say most often is that he explained what no one else had, giving them clarity about their condition and a clear path forward for the first time.
He approaches every person with genuine care, warmth, and a deep commitment to making a positive difference in their life.

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Zack Fulks, D.C.
Dr. Zack Fulks earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic West in 2022, following his undergraduate studies at San Diego State University in 2019. Dr. Fulks was drawn to chiropractic care by its hands on, whole body approach to helping people move better and live healthier lives.
He is genuinely invested in every person he sees and takes time to listen at every visit, making sure care continues in a way that is personal and built around you.

A three-time Ventura County Star Readers' Choice Award winner and 2025 Acorn Best of Thousand Oaks honoree for Best Chiropractor, we are proud to be the practice people trust when they want clarity, relief, and lasting results.

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"Dr. K, just wanted to check in and let you know my back has been better than ever. Honestly, have not felt any pain since the major issues. Thanks again for seeing me when everyone wanted to cut me open. I will always recommend Omega."

— M.S. ★★★★★

Frequently Asked Questions

Does spinal decompression hurt?

Most people describe it as a gentle, relieving stretch through the neck or low-back. The treatment is designed to be comfortable and settings are always adjusted based on your specific condition.

I have tried decompression but the pain came back. What is going to be different here?

If you have tried decompression but the pain came back, it is likely because only part of the problem was addressed. Spinal decompression takes pressure off irritated discs, nerves, and joints. But when the spine lacks the strength needed to maintain the improvement created through decompression, symptoms often return.

When weakness is a contributing factor, that is the missing piece we address. At Omega, we take the next step by objectively strengthening the deep spinal stabilizer muscles using MedX, a system that measures spinal strength and tracks your progress against standards specific to your age, sex, and body weight.

This is not conventional strengthening. MedX isolates and targets muscles that most exercise cannot reach. Reducing pressure and building strength together is what makes lasting improvement possible.

What is MedX and why does it matter?

MedX is the gold standard in isolated spinal strengthening, backed by more than 75 peer-reviewed studies and a clinical track record spanning over 100,000 people worldwide. It objectively measures the strength of the muscles supporting your spine and tracks your improvement session by session against standards specific to your age, sex, and body weight. Omega Rehab & Sport is the only certified MedX facility in Ventura County.

How do I know if I am a candidate?

That is exactly what the $29 consultation is designed to determine. Every situation is different. Some people benefit most from spinal decompression alone. Others have spinal weakness as a contributing factor, and strengthening becomes part of the plan. In some cases, the issue may be something else entirely.

During your visit, your doctor will review your history, go over any existing MRI or X-ray imaging, and discuss what is contributing to your symptoms. From there, you will get a clear understanding of what is causing your condition and the recommended next steps for your specific situation.

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We will review your case, discuss your symptoms, and help you understand whether a non-surgical path may be right for you. Your $29 consultation fee applies toward treatment if you choose to move forward. If you have current X-rays or MRI results, please bring them. They help us give you the most informed evaluation possible.

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"I can not say enough great things about Dr. Sevak and his team. He is incredibly caring, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping me recover from my herniated disc. Thanks to their care I have seen real progress and finally have hope again."

— A.C. ★★★★★

"I have recommended Omega to everyone I talk to. I had sciatic symptoms and was fearful I would be in pain forever. After a few months the pain was gone. The care you will get at Omega is unmatched."

— C.V. ★★★★★

Results vary. Not every case qualifies for or requires decompression. A clinical evaluation is needed to determine the most appropriate course of care.

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Omega Rehab & Sport
325 Rolling Oaks Dr #250, Thousand Oaks, CA 91361

Chiropractic + Physical Therapy • Integrated, Doctor-Led Care