Dr. Claire Ryan uses NetworkSpinal Analysis, a gentle approach that releases nervous system tension with no twisting, popping, or cracking. She brings over 20 years of clinical practice, following in her father's footsteps as a fellow chiropractor, and trained directly with NetworkSpinal Analysis founder Dr. Donald Epstein.
Dr Claire graduated from her chiropractic degree in 2005 with first class honours, and has trained extensively both nationally and internationally since, studying a wide range of techniques from paediatric care to sacro-occipital technique before going on to master NetworkSpinal Analysis as her primary approach.
Outside the clinic, Claire is a qualified yoga teacher, a marathon runner, a mother of three, and co-owner of The Hillyfield Woodland Farm on Dartmoor. She's especially passionate about caring for people and families of all ages, and about helping her practice members take a more active role in their own health and wellbeing.
A first visit, including your consultation, report, and first adjustment, is £65 for adults. Ongoing pay-as-you-go visits are £45, and Ola also offers adjustment packages and a no-contract membership if you would rather spread the cost. Claire will always walk you through your options before you commit to anything.
Your first visit runs about 40 minutes and includes a health history, a physical assessment, postural photos, and your first adjustment where clinically appropriate, so Claire can properly understand your spine. On your second visit, about 30 minutes, she will walk you through her findings and recommend a plan of care. The number of visits we recommend relates directly to your symptoms, how long they've been present, your health goals and the demands of your lifestyle. Every care plan is personalised to you.
Depending on which practitioner you see, your adjustment may be manual, instrument-assisted, highly focused, or more neural and energetic. Network Spinal Chiropractic is an especially gentle yet deeply powerful approach that works with the nervous system to support healing, regulation and greater ease.
New to chiropractic, or new to Ola? Here's what to expect. Call 01803 862 565 if you have a question we haven't covered.
Chiropractic is a hands-on approach to improving the alignment, posture, and coordination of your spine. It's built on the idea that structural misalignments in the spine, sometimes called subluxations, can affect the muscles around them and the nervous system, which in turn can contribute to back pain, neck pain, and other issues. In the UK, chiropractors train for five years and must be registered with the General Chiropractic Council.
Techniques range from very gentle spinal work to more traditional manual adjustments, often combined with soft tissue methods like trigger point therapy, massage, or dry needling. Claire also builds in a rehabilitation plan so the changes from your treatment actually stick.
NetworkSpinal Analysis was developed to help release tension patterns that build up in the spinal cord after injury or ongoing stress. Rather than mechanically adjusting the spine, Claire uses very light pressure at specific points to help your body find and release that tension on its own, no twisting, popping, or cracking required.
Plan on about 40 minutes. You'll fill out a health questionnaire beforehand, then Claire will ask about your health history and carry out a physical assessment, including postural photos, before putting together a full report.
This visit runs about 30 minutes. Claire will walk you through what she found on your first visit, recommend a plan of care, and you'll receive your first adjustment. She'll also cover any financial packages available, if that's something you're interested in.
A NetworkSpinal session, or entrainment, typically lasts 20 to 30 minutes. You stay fully clothed and lie on the table while Claire uses gentle pressure along your spine. Many people notice their breathing deepen and a wave-like release of tension through their body, leaving them feeling more relaxed and energized.