Meet the Family Chiropractic Team

Michael Lucas BSc (Hons)

Ashford Chiropractor and Company Director

Coming from a family that is very much involved in the healthcare industry, I always felt destined to do something within the healing professions. My journey to becoming a chiropractor however, really began as a patient myself. I sustained a very bad whiplash injury after being side-struck by a Volvo (a very well built Volvo I should add) and proceeded to suffer needlessly for several months, trying various treatments without success, before someone advised me to try chiropractic care. Needless to say, the results spoke for themselves, and from that point onward there was no confusion about what I wanted to do for a living.

I graduated from the Welsh Institute of Chiropractic in 2007 before moving to Kent to help grow our very popular clinic in Ashford.

Through this centre, I have continued to further develop my skill set and knowledge base, with a particular interest in postural correction and scoliosis management, paediatric care, as well as being a keen educator of my clients in regard to nutrition and general wellness strategies.

I look forward to helping you not only alleviate your symptoms but also open your eyes to the many health benefits that chiropractic has to offer

James Parker MSc (Hons)

Chiropractor

James graduated with a Masters degree in Chiropractic from the University of Johannesburg in South Africa. After graduation he was invited to attend the Golden key International Honor Society which recognizes the top 15 percent of the University students for their academic achievements.

Since graduating, James has completed further training in Paediatric Chiropractic, Advanced Chiropractic Spinal and International Chiropractic Sports Science Diploma courses, which has allowed him to specialise and further advance his knowledge in the respected fields.

James is a coffee lover, has a keen passion for running and enjoys the peacefulness of being in the countryside. He is also passionate about treating sports men and woman and has worked at various international sporting events, some of which include the World Bench Press and Power Lifting Championships, the World Squash Championships and the ABSA Cape Epic, just to name a few.

James is excited to help the local residents of Ashford to function at the best of their ability. He does this by finding and tailoring safe, effective and specific treatment protocols which are designed to heal the cause of the underlying problem.

John Dent BSc (Hons) PGrad dip NLSSM, CHEK III

John qualified from the North London School Of Sports Massage with a postgraduate Diploma in Sports & Remedial massage Therapy. He is a member of CIMSPA (Chartered Institute Of Management Of Sport And Physical Activity). He has studied personally with famous osteopaths Leon Chaitow and Guy Voyer and with holistic health practitioner Paul Chek. He also holds additional qualifications in Neuromuscular Therapy and SOMA training. John is a level III CHEK practitioner, Golf Biomechanic and has practiced in Harley Street as an associate of The London Spine Clinic and at the Hale Clinic.

John’s love of sport and activity started at an early age and he has represented England in Rugby at both junior and university levels. After graduating from Loughborough University with a degree in Sports Science & Recreation Management, John played Rugby for the famous Racing Club De France in Paris where he coached elite players from a number of disciplines in strengthening and conditioning. After returning to England, John continued his education with Body Control Pilates and the CHEK Institute in California. He holds Pilates qualifications in mat work and reformer and uses a variety of corrective exercise techniques to compliment his soft tissue practice. John specialises in both injury treatment and prevention with a specialist interest in lower back pain treatment and assessment.

John recognises that a multi-disciplinary approach to health will always give you, the client, the best possible results. John is a K1 & K2 Kinesiology Tape practitioner too and when he has spare time at the weekend he runs nordic walking groups at the National Pinetum in Bedgebury.

Practice Manager

Collette previously worked part-time at Family Chiropractic in 2010 and was excited to return full time in 2017, after spending 7 years working in schools. She firmly believes that regular chiropractic care brings a whole range of health benefits and has never felt better! Her children all have regular care and understand and appreciate the many benefits that regular adjustments bring. Collette enjoys being active in her spare time and attends regular spin and fitness classes which complement her regular chiropractic care.

Receptionist/Chiropractic Assistant

Melissa recently joined the reception team at Family Chiropractic and will be predominantly assisting clients on Thursdays as well as covering holidays. Her previous roles have encompassed an array of different fields from banking, healthcare and the travel industry to perfumery.

She enjoys lots of travelling and socialising as well as weekly Boogie Bounce sessions, an energetic disco on trampolines!