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Brain Body Balance · Braunton, est. 2001

Twenty-five years of brain-body care, right here in Braunton.

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Care for the whole family
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Every age, every body

At Vibrant Life, our team of North Devon spinal-health practitioners (led by Chiropractor Dr Rachael Dunn, D.C.) provides exceptional, family-focused care designed to help you feel better now and build lasting health for the future.

25+ years in BrauntonGCC reg # 01657UCA member

  • 25+ yearsin Braunton, est. 2001
  • 9 practitioners+ 3 FOH on the team
  • Trains chiropractorsUK-wide
  • 20+ yearsspecialising in NIP
  • GCC # 01657UCA member
Dr Rachael Clare Dunn DC, founder of Vibrant Life Centre, Braunton

Meet the founder

I've been here from the start.

I started chiropractic in my teens — I had growing pains and my mum took me to a chiropractor. The relief was immediate. I knew then this was what I wanted to do.

Dr Rachael Clare Dunn DC — GCC # 01657

Twenty-five years on, we run the longest-established NeuroImpulse Protocol centre in North Devon. We teach NIP internationally and welcome guests of every age — from infants to grandparents — through our doors at 23 South Street.

  • Registered chiropractor · GCC # 01657
  • UCA member · United Chiropractic Association
  • 24+ years in practice · NIP teacher internationally
  • First registered 14 December 2001
Co-director · OperationsSteven Drake

Welcome to the Vibrant Life Centre

Experts in Nervous System-Based Spinal Health and Wellbeing.

Since 2001, we've been helping individuals and families across Devon achieve their health goals — naturally. Our mission is to empower you to take excellent care of your body and nervous system, so you can enjoy a vibrant, energised life long into the future.

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A 25-year mission

If you're living with aches, pains, tension, or stress — please don't ignore them. These are your body's signals that something isn't right. Painkillers may mask the issue, but without proper care, the underlying cause may worsen over time.

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Self-healing by design

We believe that vibrant health is your body's natural state — your nervous system is designed to self-heal and self-regulate. But in today's fast-paced world, stress, poor movement, and unresolved injuries can interfere with this process. That's where we come in.

Our approach to help you

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Compassion at every age

We treat every guest with compassion, care, and curiosity. From babies and children to adults and elders, we adapt our care to your needs, goals, and stage of life. Our entire team is passionate about helping you reconnect with your body, reduce stress, and restore balance — so you can feel your best.

We look forward to welcoming you and your family to our Centre in Braunton, North Devon, and to supporting you on your journey to a healthier, more vibrant life.

📞 Call us today to begin your journey

Your nervous system will thank you.

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Our 5 ways of caring

Five ways we help your body work the way it should

Every guest gets a bespoke care plan — drawing from the modalities below as your nervous system needs.

Our 20-year specialism

NeuroImpulse Protocol (NIP)

A precise, light-touch spinal and cranial method to identify and correct nervous system interference — taught by Rachael internationally. North Devon's longest-running NIP centre.

Chiropractic

Chiropractic care and cranial therapy — to gently realign and release patterns of dysfunction.

Learn about our techniques
Non-surgical spinal decompression therapy at Vibrant Life Centre

Spinal Decompression

NSD equipment-based decompression for disc bulges, sciatica and chronic back pain — non-surgical, gentle, evidence-led.

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Massage · 7 strands

Targeted massage therapy — to reduce tension, enhance circulation, and support integration. Seven complementary disciplines under one roof.

  • Sports
  • Holistic
  • Deep Tissue
  • Swedish
  • Tuina
  • Reflexology
  • MLD
Learn about the 7 strands

BrainTap

BrainTap and transformational nutrition support — to nourish the brain and body from the inside out. Light-and-sound meditation for stress, sleep and clarity.

Ask about BrainTap

Nutrition

Tailored nutrition support integrated with our V8 + 30 Days programmes.

See V8 + 30 Days

Flagship programme

The V8 Course of Care

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Our flagship 8-week programme — designed to reset your nervous system, support every system in your body, and leave you with habits that last.

Five-cluster blueprint

  • NeuroImpulse Protocol
  • Soft Tissue Therapy
  • Nutrition
  • BrainTap meditation
  • Brain Body Balance Movement Routine

V8 is your opportunity to create life-long, healthy habits for you to continue for the whole of your vibrant life.

What V8 leaves you with

  • More energy
  • Less pain
  • Stabilised mood
  • Clearer skin

Our 30 Days Programme

4-week guided detox + cleanse

A four-week guided detox and cleanse — vegan and gluten-free meal plans, shopping lists, accountability, and a private FB group to support you.

  • Vegan + gluten-free meal plans
  • Weekly shopping lists
  • Private Facebook accountability group
  • Daily guidance throughout the 4 weeks
Vegan + gluten-free

What you'll feel

  • Gentle detox
  • More energy
  • Better digestion
  • Clearer skin

WHAT TO EXPECT

Your first visit, step by step.

Allow up to an hour for your first visit. Here's exactly what happens.

  1. 01

    Welcome

    A centre assistant greets you and shows you in.

  2. 02

    Guest intake form

    Complete online ahead of time, or in-person on arrival.

  3. 03

    Examination

    Thorough examination — allow up to one hour for this step.

  4. 04

    Report of Findings

    A dedicated follow-up visit to walk you through what we found and what we'd recommend.

  5. 05

    "Prelude to Health" workshop

    Small-group workshop sharing how nervous-system-led care works — and how to get the most from yours.

GUEST STORIES

Words from our community.

Step by meticulous step through Caro's NIP treatment (and her guidance of my wider overall treatment within vibrant life) she has lead to me moving and feeling BETTER than I did in my late teens.

Birdeye guestOn Caro's NIP treatmentBirdeye

Rachael was great, explained everything and after an hour I left in less pain and with a plan of care for the next 6 weeks. Full confidence in the practice and the staff.

Chris M.

Long-form Birdeye review · Birdeye

Staff at all visits have a lovely calm manner, the atmosphere is conducive to calming and settling the client even if they have rushed in.

Pamela H.

Long-form Birdeye review · Birdeye

I received tui na (a hard-to-find Chinese massage technique) from Vanessa to alleviate my muscle stiffness. The place is full of great energy. So glad this is on my doorstep!

Birdeye guest

On Vanessa's Tuina treatment · Birdeye

MEET THE TEAM

Twelve people who keep this place vibrant.

Twelve people on the team — and every guest gets to meet the right one for their body. Click any portrait at handover for a full bio.

+ Front of house

  • Roz — Front of house

    Roz

    Front of house

  • Liz — Front of house

    Liz

    Front of house

  • Carrie — Front of house

    Carrie

    Front of house

Guest questions

What our guests usually ask first.

Below are the eight questions guests put to us most often before booking their first visit. If yours isn't here, give us a ring — we'd rather talk.

Find us

Right in the middle of Braunton village.

Red-brick building opposite Caen Street car park. Free parking opposite, and we're an easy run from Barnstaple or Ilfracombe.

Where & when

  • Where
    23 South Street
    Braunton, Devon
    EX33 2AA
  • When
    • Monday8:30am – 6:30pm
    • Tuesday8:30am – 6:30pm
    • Wednesday1:30pm – 6:30pm (PM only)
    • Thursday8:30am – 6:30pm
    • Friday8:30am – 3:00pm (closes early)
    • Saturday9:30am – 1:00pm (half day)
    • SundayClosed
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From Barnstaple

  1. Head north on the A361 from Barnstaple — about 6 miles.
  2. Look for the red-brick building opposite the Caen Street car park.
  3. Free parking in Caen Street car park (signed).

From Ilfracombe

  1. Head south on the A361 from Ilfracombe — about 9 miles.
  2. We're on South Street as you arrive in Braunton centre.
  3. Red-brick building opposite Caen Street car park.

Already a guest?

Forms — fill in before you visit

We offer our paperwork online so you can complete it in the convenience of your own home.

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