Dr. Spuller began his education at the University of Florida, earning his bachelor’s degree before heading to Palmer College of Chiropractic West, where he earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree. And because a professional doctorate wasn’t quite enough for Ryan, he went on to complete an additional year of postgraduate study focused on sports injuries and sports medicine, earning his Certified Chiropractic Sports Practitioner (CCSP) designation.
That additional training quickly found its way into practice. Shortly after earning his CCSP, Dr. Spuller became the team doctor for the San Jose Predators, a semi-professional tackle football team. Working with athletes reinforced something that has remained a cornerstone of his career: understanding not just where someone hurts, but what they need to do to get back to the activities and life they love.
Building on a Pleasanton Tradition
When the opportunity came to take over Spinal Health Chiropractic, an established Pleasanton practice with a 25-year history at the time, Dr. Spuller jumped at the chance.
Since taking over the practice in 2006, he has continued to build on that foundation while developing his own approach to patient care. Over the years, he has had the opportunity to help thousands of patients—from athletes dealing with sports injuries to people simply trying to get through their workday, sleep comfortably, or enjoy time with their families without pain getting in the way.
Dr. Spuller believes chiropractic care should be about the person, not just the problem. He takes the time to listen, ask questions, understand what is going on, and develop a treatment plan based on the individual patient. His goal isn't to keep people coming back indefinitely—it is to help them improve as efficiently as possible and give them the tools to stay healthy and active.
Chiropractic, Sports & Family
Dr. Spuller is married and is the proud father of three children. Chiropractic care has been part of his family's life from the beginning, and all three of his children have grown up as active athletes. Watching his own kids experience the demands of sports has given him an even greater appreciation for the importance of proper movement, injury prevention, and getting athletes back to the activities they love.
Of course, being a Gator is also part of the story. Go Gators!
Giving Back to the Community
Dr. Spuller believes that being fortunate enough to build a successful practice in a great community comes with a responsibility to give back.
For more than 10 years, he has been actively involved with the Pleasanton North Rotary Club, serving in leadership roles including Community Service Chair, Youth Service Chair, and International Service Chair. He served as President of Pleasanton North Rotary for the 2025–26 Rotary year.
For Ryan, community service isn't simply about writing a check or showing up for an event. The most rewarding part is seeing the difference that someone's time, effort, or generosity can make in another person's life.
Why I Love Being a Chiropractor
After more than two decades in practice, what Dr. Spuller enjoys most hasn't changed.
It's the people.
Every day brings the opportunity to help someone move a little easier, get back on the golf course, return to the gym, play with their kids, compete in their sport, sleep better, or simply live their life with less pain and more confidence.
Seeing that transformation—and seeing the look on a patient's face when they realize they are finally getting better—is what makes being a chiropractor so rewarding.
Dr. Spuller is proud to have spent his career serving the people of this community.
His goal is simple: listen to his patients, provide thoughtful and individualized care, and help them get better so they can get back to living their lives.
