Dr. Davila, DC

Dr. Davila, DC Provider of conservative pain relief, spine and posture correction, and wellness lifestyle coaching,

It is my mission to help as many people as possible live more of the life they want through education and service.

10/29/2025

Today I had the responsibility of informing a patient that they have avascular necrosis of both hips and will likely require bilateral hip replacement. The wild thing is that it is only their left hip that hurts, and it really only started to catch their attention about a month and a half ago. There was no significant trauma. They gradually began to experience sciatica like symptoms. By their own admission, they have a high pain tolerance and generally just tough things out to be able to continue working and going about their daily life.

Yes, this is a rare occurrence. However, it is also an example of why it is so important that we take a proactive approach to maintaining our health as best as we can, and do not simply "live with" pain or any other symptoms, whenever possible.

Could this have been prevented with a more proactive approach to health? Maybe. The truth is I cannot say with certainty. I think it would have been worth trying.

For years "experts" and the media have been pushing going vegetarian/vegan claiming it's better for the environment and ...
10/25/2025

For years "experts" and the media have been pushing going vegetarian/vegan claiming it's better for the environment and for human

I never believed it. I've read too much. One of the many reasons that going "meat free" is not good for human health is that vegans suffer higher rates of vitamin B12 deficiency. The best sources of B12 are meat (beef, pork, chicken, lamb), fish (salmon, tuna, sardines, trout), eggs, and dairy products (milk, cheese, yogurt).

Vitamin B12 deficiency can cause a wide range of symptoms, including neurological problems like numbness, tingling, weakness, difficulty walking, as well as mental health problems like depression, anxiety, and memory loss.

Do what you will with this information. Be well, friends.

When I 20 years old I had let my   get away from me while away at college. I did not prioritize quality  , I ate too man...
10/20/2025

When I 20 years old I had let my get away from me while away at college. I did not prioritize quality , I ate too many unhealthy, nutrient poor foods, I drank too much (soda and alcohol), and I had stopped working out the way I used to in high school. As a result, I had become morbidly obese, way out of shape, and was informed that I had and "high cholesterol" by my family doctor.

Their solution was to prescribe me a "low dose" of Lipitor and a "water pill", check back in three months. I asked the doctor "If I start taking these, how long will I have to use them?" He said "You'll be on some dosage of them for the rest of your life"

I did not like that answer. I knew it was poor lifestyle choices that put me in that position. I knew making better lifestyle choices was the real "cure". Plus, I had already worked as a pharmacy technician for a couple of years, and my experience told me no one ever seemed to come off their meds.

I chose to forego their drug prescriptions and change my lifestyle instead.

I started eating differently, prioritizing sleep, and working out more consistently, emphasizing weight lifting. In three months I lost 60 lbs, and ever since then I've worked to keep a healthier body composition. Earlier this year I got a cardiac CT scan for the first time, and got the best score possible (zero).

You are going to have to have successful health habits for the rest of your life if you wish to get and stay as healthy as possible. There is no short cut. Or you can wind up being one of millions hoping polypharmacy helps them keep putting out fires. It's your choice.

I'm happy to do my part to make life better and improve public health
09/30/2025

I'm happy to do my part to make life better and improve public health

This is one of my go to home remedies if I'm feeling under the weather - A combination of tea (usually green) with honey...
09/25/2025

This is one of my go to home remedies if I'm feeling under the weather - A combination of tea (usually green) with honey and a few drops of oregano oil

It's soothing and the honey and oregano oil are potent, natural antibacterials, antivirals, and antifungals.

Since  /  use is in the news, here's some more food for thoughtEvery single person should consult their doctor before st...
09/24/2025

Since / use is in the news, here's some more food for thought

Every single person should consult their doctor before starting any new drugs. Ignorance is no excuse.

If you want to raise  , fit kids, lead by example. It's hard to tell them what to do if your actions don't align with yo...
09/21/2025

If you want to raise , fit kids, lead by example. It's hard to tell them what to do if your actions don't align with your words. Get help as needed.

  and   are a journey. Not a destination. Choose your journey mates wisely.
09/20/2025

and are a journey. Not a destination. Choose your journey mates wisely.

People can get injured in an instant, and take years to fully recover.If you wish to get back to being as healthy and fu...
09/03/2025

People can get injured in an instant, and take years to fully recover.

If you wish to get back to being as healthy and functional as possible, be willing to put in the work, and be patient. The time will pass anyway.

Whether you like it or not, symptoms are feedback from your body that something in your lifestyle and/or environment are...
08/27/2025

Whether you like it or not, symptoms are feedback from your body that something in your lifestyle and/or environment are not congruent with optimal physiology.

The trick is for you and your providers to find your "triggers" and tackle them head on. Anything else is, frankly, a waste of time and

"Better living through technology"I simply do not buy it. Don't ever take health or nutrition advice from Bill Gates. St...
08/12/2025

"Better living through technology"

I simply do not buy it. Don't ever take health or nutrition advice from Bill Gates. Stick to real food. Always. Your depends on it

Spinal degeneration/  starts with intervertebral disc (IVD) degeneration. IVD degeneration is caused by a variety of fac...
08/09/2025

Spinal degeneration/ starts with intervertebral disc (IVD) degeneration. IVD degeneration is caused by a variety of factors, but especially chronic and poor spinal biomechanics.

A lumbar discectomy, where they go in and "clean out" the problematic piece of the disc, does not address any of the potential root causes. On top of that, the evidence shows it may make things worse in the long term, leading to more drugs and surgery.

Don't do that to yourself. Try drug free, non-surgical care, and you may not need anything else.

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534 Chestnut Street, Basement Level
Hinsdale, IL
60521

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2pm - 6pm
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It is my mission to help as many people as possible live more of the life they want through education, service, and corrective chiropractic care.