About Us
Recovering from an injury, illness, operation or hospital stay can be challenging. You may find that everyday activities suddenly feel difficult, or that you have lost some of your strength, confidence or independence. Our team are here to support you through that journey, helping you make progress towards the things that matter most to you.
For us, physiotherapy is about more than exercises and treatment. It is about helping people feel capable again.
Seeing someone regain their strength, rebuild their confidence and take back their independence is what makes our work so rewarding. We believe that meaningful improvements are possible at every stage of life, regardless of age, injury or illness.
At CS Physio, we’re here to help you move forward — with confidence, independence and the freedom to live life on your terms.
CS Physiotherapy was established in 2021 by Claire Schnetler (Lead Physiotherapist), treating clients in their own homes in the Teignbridge and Torbay region in South Devon.
We bring physiotherapy directly to you, providing expert, personalised care in the place where you feel most comfortable — your own home.
Our Services
We can offer home visit appointments 7 days per week (depending on your therapist):
Normal Working Hours
Associate — Normal hours (these may vary)
Claire Schnetler — Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 9am–3pm
Claire Smye — Monday and Thursday, 9am–3pm
Kathryn Esau — Tuesday and Thursday, 9am–5pm
Tom Kent — Saturdays, some Sundays and some evenings
Sarah Stacey — Friday, 9am–5pm and some evenings and weekends
Testimonials
What our clients and their families say...
"Physiotherapy with CS Physio was a most pleasant way to help to heal myself after an unwelcome diagnosis.
Claire (Smye) was attentive, knowledgeable and gently cajoling when effort seemed tough. And we had fun! I will be eternally
grateful and will continue to recommend CS Physiotherapy whenever I have the opportunity"
Mrs J, Chudleigh Knighton
"Four weeks after breaking a bone in my foot I was looking for a physiotherapist who could help me with my recovery.
Claire is very knowledgeable, clearly highly experienced and put me at ease from the very beginning. In our hour long first session we had an in-depth conversation about my injury, she examined the injured area throughout and showed me exercises and stretches to strengthen my weakened muscles. But most importantly she gave me the reassurance and confidence I needed to get back on my feet again. After following her advice the mobility and stiffness in my foot has improved tremendously, I can already walk pain free.
Claire's after session follow up email was really helpful too - I received all the exercises she showed me, clearly explained and with links to video tutorials.
I can’t recommend Claire enough. Anyone who’s in the middle of their recovery would benefit from Claire’s knowledge, experience and utmost care. Thank you, Claire. "
Mrs E, Teignmouth
"Claire has been very professional, friendly and caring in treating my difficult recovery from a wrist injury. I can thoroughly recommend her."
Mrs B, Teignmouth
"I have used the physiotherapy services of Claire Schnetler this year for three different issues and feel I have had very good treatment for my various complaints - particularly concerning my left knee and lower back.
Claire always gave me a thorough examination and provided targeted exercises which proved to be very effective. I have seen her about 7 times.
I found her professional yet sympathetic and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her"
Mrs H, Dawlish
"Claire is highly skilled, professional and an absolute pleasure to work with. She has been working with my elderly mum for a few years now and has kept her injury-free, active and mobile. Claire always challenges Mum and pushes her to achieve her best, but every session is enjoyable and fun. It has made a real difference to Mum's mobility, confidence and overall well-being. I couldn't recommend Claire highly enough!"
Mr B, Teignmouth
"Claire has been wonderful before and after my partial knee replacement.. on her advice I exercised before the operation to strengthen all leg muscles , since my operation Claire has been so caring and helpful. I am now 7 weeks post operative and my Consultant was amazed I had improved so quickly and my range of movement was 0~120 degrees , it was not necessary for me to have a further appointment with him .I am in my 80’s which proves exercise and a good physiotherapist is the only answer to a good recovery . I highly recommend Claire"
Mrs E, Dawlish
"I went to Claire to help with 3 problem areas - sciatica, a painful elbow and shoulder. Claire was very thorough with her initial assessment using questions and observations of where I felt the pain and testing what my body was capable of before experiencing pain.
Claire provided me with an easy to follow plan of what exercises and stretches would alleviate my pain and improve my own body's muscle strength to prevent and protect against further injury. There is definite improvement in my flexibility and a reduction in pain from the advice and direction Claire provided.
Claire is friendly and easy to work with and I will be using her services again"
Mrs P, Bishopsteignton
"Claire and team are absolutely amazing! My Mum broke her ankle in June. At 87 years old with bad mobility and low self confidence we didn’t think she would walk again. Claire has performed miracles! Mum is confidently walking and even better than before! Highly recommend!"
Mrs F, Bishopsteignton
Testimonials
What our clients and their families say...
"Physiotherapy with CS Physio was a most pleasant way to help to heal myself after an unwelcome diagnosis.
Claire (Smye) was attentive, knowledgeable and gently cajoling when effort seemed tough. And we had fun! I will be eternally
grateful and will continue to recommend CS Physiotherapy whenever I have the opportunity"
Mrs J, Chudleigh Knighton
"Four weeks after breaking a bone in my foot I was looking for a physiotherapist who could help me with my recovery.
Claire is very knowledgeable, clearly highly experienced and put me at ease from the very beginning. In our hour long first session we had an in-depth conversation about my injury, she examined the injured area throughout and showed me exercises and stretches to strengthen my weakened muscles. But most importantly she gave me the reassurance and confidence I needed to get back on my feet again. After following her advice the mobility and stiffness in my foot has improved tremendously, I can already walk pain free.
Claire's after session follow up email was really helpful too - I received all the exercises she showed me, clearly explained and with links to video tutorials.
I can’t recommend Claire enough. Anyone who’s in the middle of their recovery would benefit from Claire’s knowledge, experience and utmost care. Thank you, Claire. "
Mrs E, Teignmouth
"Claire has been very professional, friendly and caring in treating my difficult recovery from a wrist injury. I can thoroughly recommend her."
Mrs B, Teignmouth
"I have used the physiotherapy services of Claire Schnetler this year for three different issues and feel I have had very good treatment for my various complaints - particularly concerning my left knee and lower back.
Claire always gave me a thorough examination and provided targeted exercises which proved to be very effective. I have seen her about 7 times.
I found her professional yet sympathetic and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her"
Mrs H, Dawlish
"Claire is highly skilled, professional and an absolute pleasure to work with. She has been working with my elderly mum for a few years now and has kept her injury-free, active and mobile. Claire always challenges Mum and pushes her to achieve her best, but every session is enjoyable and fun. It has made a real difference to Mum's mobility, confidence and overall well-being. I couldn't recommend Claire highly enough!"
Mr B, Teignmouth
"Claire has been wonderful before and after my partial knee replacement.. on her advice I exercised before the operation to strengthen all leg muscles , since my operation Claire has been so caring and helpful. I am now 7 weeks post operative and my Consultant was amazed I had improved so quickly and my range of movement was 0~120 degrees , it was not necessary for me to have a further appointment with him .I am in my 80’s which proves exercise and a good physiotherapist is the only answer to a good recovery . I highly recommend Claire"
Mrs E, Dawlish
"I went to Claire to help with 3 problem areas - sciatica, a painful elbow and shoulder. Claire was very thorough with her initial assessment using questions and observations of where I felt the pain and testing what my body was capable of before experiencing pain.
Claire provided me with an easy to follow plan of what exercises and stretches would alleviate my pain and improve my own body's muscle strength to prevent and protect against further injury. There is definite improvement in my flexibility and a reduction in pain from the advice and direction Claire provided.
Claire is friendly and easy to work with and I will be using her services again"
Mrs P, Bishopsteignton
"Claire and team are absolutely amazing! My Mum broke her ankle in June. At 87 years old with bad mobility and low self confidence we didn’t think she would walk again. Claire has performed miracles! Mum is confidently walking and even better than before! Highly recommend!"
Mrs F, Bishopsteignton