I drove a friend here for a consultation. Be warned this office complex is a maze. Parking is difficult and possibly you may have to pay. There are a few free spots for visitors. Once parked, walk up the stairs. (I don't remember if there is an elevator.) Look for the cafe. Dr. Lara's office is in that area. You have to go down the hall and his office is all the way on the other side of the building. (North side, I think.) His office is the nicest I've ever been in, with waterfalls--very soothing. (He probably had a Feng Shui person decorate the office.) Dr. Lara examined my friend, who has IBS, and unfortunately he could not help her, and he did not charge for the consultation because no adjustments were performed. read more

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My childhood experience with chiropractors left me skittish about chiropractic. Then I met Dr. Lara. I worked for him when he opened his practice, saw amazing results that he achieved with his patients, and I soon became a patient myself. I froze the first time he was about to manually manipulate my neck, and OMG was I surprised when I barely felt it! Since that moment, Dr. Lara has been the only chiropractor I trust with my neck and other body parts. In addition to his most-excellent magic touch, integrity and vast knowledge -- Dr. Lara was instrumental in establishing Palmer College of Chiropractic-West and taught for many years -- he is honest, forthright and has a great sense of humor. I've known Dr. Lara for 35+ years. Yelp doesn't offer nearly enough stars to accurately convey how highly I recommend him. He is THE BEST. read more

From crutches to running and lifting weights. Dr. Lara is really INTO what he does, probably could retire (I'm guessing), but clearly is passionate about helping people. He knows his stuff. I was in a wheelchair for 7.5 weeks. Severe pain for 2.5 months and seeing specialists. Finally, my trusted neighbor said to try Dr. Lara. My employer covers chiropractic care, but Dr. Lara was not in network. But I paid cash to see him. But he was close, reasonable and so highly recommended that I went to see him. He had me walking 3 miles by session 4, from crutches. After 6 sessions, today I did weights and light jogging. I thought I would never be out of pain or work-out again. Pain in back was radiating down my right leg. I was unable to stand up straight or sleep, etc. He told me I would not need many sessions and that my body was responding well to treatment and holding the adjustments. He is the rare practitioner who does this work for the right reasons. He did not have me do any more treatments than absolutely necessary. Oh, and easy and convenient parking. read more

My wife and I have gone to Dr. Lara for years. He knows what he is doing, cares about his patients, and isn't out to sell you a long-term plan. He's funny and makes you feel at home. Great chiropractor! read more

Dr. Lara is fantastic! I wish I would have found him sooner but grateful I eventually did! So happy with his care and he is always quick to return calls--it never takes long to get in. I also really appreciate that he doesn't make you buy a package of visits with the rule you must come in every week. He wants to solve your problem, not keep you locked in as a regular patient. I was in extreme pain for almost 2 years when I finally went to him. After 2 visits I improved so much! Definitely recommend him! read more

I have been battling hip flexor tendinitis since February and I have been to my Primary, a specialist, acupuncture and PT. Acupuncture was great and helped me get thru the La JOlla Half but it wasn't fixing me. Ryan sent me to Dr. Lara and Dr. Lara did magic. He used some kind of drill jack hammer thing on my hip and shifted it back into place. (Who knew it was out of place??) He also used his TORTURE thumbs. Don't say I didn't warn you. Those things are killer. He must be able to exert 10000 pounds of pressure with those thuumbs! He cured me to the point that when I went back for my next visit a week later, he told me my hips looked good and he doesn't need to fix me. I saved my $50! I can't recommend him enough! Happy Healing! read more

Dr. Lara is a non-nonsense doctor. He is very experienced in his field and identified the problem immediately after a few short questions and a couple of touches. He is very honest and doesn't try to upsell additional products or treatments. He has a wonderful sense of humor which puts new patients at ease. He corrected our friend's back after she was injured in a car accident. She was in pain for almost 10 days with no relief after seeing a general practitioner, paying for X-rays and taking prescription meds. Our friend felt relief after just one visit. We highly recommend him!! read more

I have been going to see Dr Lara for a number of years. He is straight forward with his treatment. It was by far the worse pain I had ever had and I had been to many MD's and had physical therapy for my pain and none helped. The physical therapist recommended Dr Lara and he was able to give me relief when none of the other doctors could find a problem and the MRI only showed mild arthritis. read more

He's great. No muss, no fuss. He treats you for what you came in for and doesn't try to upsell you. He's incredibly patient and I have always left his office feeling better than when I arrived. He's very practical and not into a lot of bells and whistles. He's not trying to impress you, he's just trying to make you feel better. And he doesn't ask you to make a bunch of other appointments before you leave, only what he thinks you really need. And says, if it still hurts, call me and you can make another appointment. read more

Every time I go back to San Diego/La Jolla for work I always stop in and see Dr. Lara. He's extremely patient, diligent and ensures he covers all ailments with new and traditional strategies! I love Dr. Lara. read more

I've been to four other well established, highly experienced and recommended chiropractors in my lifetime and used them regularly for 15 years. None compare with the skill of Dr Lara. He is so precise, caring and such a great comfort when you are in pain... He has the most wonderful sense of humor and is quick to laugh. I've been seeing him for 3 years now and I LOVE how much he helps me when I'm out of alignment. I feel he is right up there in the top of his profession, quietly and steadily improving people's lives. Definitely give him a call, he is amazingly perceptive and talented. read more

Dr. Lara is wonderful. No nonsense, laid back, and no bogus pressure to come back if you don't have to. He will almost always get you an appointment the day that you want. Very accommodating and very little wait time. My husband and I have trusted Dr. Lara for our adjustments for over 5 years and will continue to go back whenever we need pain relief. read more

An Excellent Chiropractor who knows his stuff. I had a soccer injury in my ankle, which he popped back into place. He also adjusted my back and neck so that the stiffness went away. Knows whats wrong with you by feel. Very experienced, and recommend to all. read more

Dr. Lara came highly recommended from a friend that had debilitating back pain and he set her right after a few short visits. I went to Dr. Lara when I had pain radiating from my lower back all down my right side to my thigh. Something I've been dealing with for years. Turns out I've had a rotated pelvis for a very long time. Dr. Lara has been adjusting me over time and I definitely feel the difference! I'm looking forward to the day, very soon, when I can run again! His prices are also very, very reasonable and he has a terrific bedside manner and a quiet confidence that sets you at ease. Highly recommend!! read more

Oh Dr. Lara is so wonderful. Incredibly skilled and just a great person. I came to him with a longstanding back problem and he had the solution immediately, and has kept me feeling great ever since. read more

I havent been here for a while but when I used to go... Dr. Lara did an amazing job with realigning my back after giving birth to my first son. Clean, great area and great service from him! read more

I went to see Dr. Lara for a neck issue in 2009, it is now 2013 and I have never had neck pain since. I am now seeing him post pregnancy due to low back issues and within the first visit I could walk freely for the first time in 7 months. He is a gem of a human. read more

I was on vacation in San Diego. Prior to my trip, I painted 2 rooms and then got on a plane. My thoracic back was in a lot of pain. A colleague from San Diego referred me to Dr. Lara. I was thrilled with the results. He was able to get me in, despite the short notice, and I felt so much better. I was able to kayak later that trip! Yay!!!! Thanks Dr. Lara. read more