Chiropractor Watford Herts

Name: Summit Health
Address: 115 St Albans Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1RD, UK
Telephone: 01923 236162
Price range: $$

Hemel Hempstead

Summit Health
Old Town Court, 70 Queensway, #3
Hemel Hempstead, Herts HP2 5HD
Phone: 01442 927427

St Albans

Summit Health
13 Parkway, Porters Wood
St. Albans
Phone: 01727 841841

Watford

Summit Health
115 St Albans Road
Watford, Herts WD17 1RD
Phone: 01923 236162
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Client Testimonials

Been seeing James for 3 months now after years of back pain from a car accident when I was a child and noticed such an improvement already!! Highly recommend!
- Megan M.
For two years I've visited Summit and noticed a huge improvement in pain relief. The team, especially James, are always welcoming and supportive.
- K A
I had my first sports massage with Dan and highly recommend him. He’s knowledgeable, professional, and made a great treatment plan. Five stars all the way!
- Oliver Termeulen
James and Sophie are amazing and kind. My son has been a patient for a year and now only needs monthly visits. I’ve also started care with both of them.
- Eleanor Clegg
James + the team have helped me correct my posture and reduce the back pain I've had for years due to being tall. Awesome customer experience as well, keep up the good work guys. Thanks!
- Matt H.
Before coming to Summit, I was in pain and having bad headaches. After treatment with Sophie, my movement and posture improved and my headaches are gone. The team is warm, reassuring, and I feel so much better overall!
- Claire Morgans
Summit has been brilliant for my rotator cuff injury. Hussain and Stuart helped improve my mobility and made me feel comfortable. The whole team is friendly and welcoming.
- Teresa Madeleine
Very professional and friendly practice. After a few sessions for my shoulder problem, it feels much better. Highly recommend!
- June Leathers Dear
Everyone at the practice was friendly. Loved the practice's dog.
- Julie H.
Everyone here is really friendly and genuinely tries their best to help you feel better.
- Paige Askew
I’ve been seeing Siya for adjustments and always feel great afterward. Really happy with the care!
- Junction Cafe & bistro
Get help my first time visiting a chiropractor regarding my lower back. I'm looking forward to recovering with Summit's help.
- Collette F.
Yes I would recommend, staff are all lovely!
- Julian R.
Great place for sports massage and chiropractic adjustments!
- Heidi Beavan Cutts
The Summit team are so lovely and helpful. After just a few weeks of adjustments, my headaches have reduced significantly. Hussein is fantastic and I’m looking forward to continued improvement!
- Michelle Anderson
Ella gave me a sports massage that focused on all my problem areas. She listened carefully, and afterward my body felt so much lighter.
- Michelle “M” Treasure
Truly the best chiropractors in Watford! The team is friendly, helpful, and creates an amazing atmosphere.
- Y khan
Great service and team that really make a difference.
- Derrick F.
Always come here whenever my neck plays up.. Lovely and welcoming family business who always go the extra mile for their patients, highly recommend!
- Daniel F.
The best ever chiropractor I've been too, Dr James certainly gets things moving. Highly recommended!
- Mark H.
Really caring and great service! The staff are lovely and accommodating. I feel my health has improved so much since coming here!
- Becca Horabin
Visited Summit in January and have been so impressed with the friendliness of staff and quality of care so far since starting my adjustments. Lovely and clean!
- Sophie S.
Would definitely recommend! Sophie and Stu work wonders! All the team are so friendly!
- Tasha A.
Everyone was very helpful. Felt really cared for. I love Waffle the little doggy.
- Monika S.
Sophie and all of the team are excellent. They will do a thorough assessment and devise a custom treatment plan. They may not be the cheapest but the practice at Hemel Hempstead along with the staff are amazing. There is plenty of free parking.
- Docia Z.
Going to Summit was one of my best decisions. The friendly team helped improve my posture and relieve aches and pains. I'm feeling better and learning how to maintain my wellness. Highly recommend!
- Zoe Blood

Chiropractic Care for Different Ages and Stages

Our chiropractors see adults, older adults, pregnant women, babies, children, and active people with a range of musculoskeletal concerns. Care begins with an individual assessment and is tailored to your symptoms, health history, lifestyle, and goals.

Alongside chiropractic care, our clinics offer sports massage, sports therapy, rehabilitation exercises, spinal decompression, and other services, giving you access to a range of care options in one place.

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Our Services

Chiropractic Care
Chiropractic Care

What is it?

Chiropractic care uses hands-on techniques, including spinal and joint adjustments, to assess and manage musculoskeletal concerns. Your chiropractor will consider your symptoms, movement, health history, and goals before recommending an individual care plan. Depending on your needs, care may include Diversified adjustments or the gentler Activator Methods®.

Who is it for?

Suitable for adults experiencing back pain, neck pain, sciatica, headaches, joint discomfort, muscle tension, or restricted movement, including pregnant women and older adults.

Potential Benefits:
- May help manage back, neck, and joint discomfort
- May help address stiffness and restricted joint movement
- Provides individual advice on posture and everyday movement
- Offers care tailored to your symptoms, lifestyle, and goals
- Can form part of a wider plan for staying active
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Sports Chiropractic
Sports Chiropractic

What is it?

Sports chiropractic is designed for people who put their bodies under regular physical demand, from gym-goers and runners to competitive athletes. Your chiropractor will assess how your joints and muscles move during sport and exercise, with treatment and rehabilitation recommendations tailored to your activity, training schedule, and goals.

Who is it for?

Active adults, gym-goers, runners, and athletes experiencing joint stiffness, muscle tension, or discomfort linked to training, competition, or regular exercise.

Potential Benefits:
- May help manage sport-related joint and muscle discomfort
- May help address movement concerns linked to training or sport
- Provides advice tailored to your activity and training
- Can form part of an individual rehabilitation plan
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Pregnancy Chiropractic
Pregnancy Chiropractic

What is it?

As your body changes throughout pregnancy, everyday movements can begin to feel different. Pregnancy chiropractic uses techniques adapted for expectant mothers, with supportive pregnancy pillows helping you remain comfortable throughout your appointment while care is tailored to each stage of pregnancy.

Who is it for?

Expectant mothers who are experiencing back, pelvic, or joint discomfort and want care adapted to the physical changes of pregnancy.

Potential Benefits:
- May help manage pregnancy-related back and pelvic discomfort
- Uses techniques adapted for pregnancy
- Offers comfortable, pillow-supported positioning
- Provides movement and posture advice where appropriate
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Paediatric Chiropractic
Paediatric Chiropractic

What is it?

Children's bodies are constantly growing and changing. Following an individual assessment, our chiropractors use gentle, age-appropriate techniques tailored to babies, children, and teenagers, taking the time to discuss any musculoskeletal concerns with parents or guardians before recommending care.

Who is it for?

Babies, children, and teenagers whose parents would like a musculoskeletal assessment focused on posture, movement, or joint concerns.

Potential Benefits:
- Gentle techniques adapted to the child's age
- Individual assessment before care is recommended
- Clear explanations for parents and guardians
- Care tailored to the child's needs
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Headache & Migraine Care
Headache & Migraine Care

What is it?

Recurring headaches can sometimes be associated with neck movement, posture, or muscle tension. Your appointment begins with a thorough assessment, and where clinically appropriate, our on-site X-ray facilities may be used to gather additional information before discussing the care options available.

Who is it for?

People with recurring headaches that may be accompanied by neck stiffness, postural strain, reduced movement, or muscle tension.

Potential Benefits:
- May help manage some neck-related headache symptoms
- Assesses posture and cervical joint movement
- Includes practical advice for work and daily routines
- X-ray facilities are available when clinically indicated
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Sports Massage
Sports Massage

What is it?

Sports massage is a hands-on therapy designed to work into the muscles and soft tissues that can become tight through exercise, work, or everyday life. Every appointment begins with a consultation, allowing your therapist to focus on the areas that matter most to you.

Who is it for?

A good option for active people, office workers, and anyone dealing with muscle tightness, soft tissue discomfort, or post-exercise soreness.

Potential Benefits:
- May help ease muscle tension and stiffness
- May help ease post-exercise soreness and muscle tightness
- May be used alongside chiropractic or sports therapy
- Available as a standalone service
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Spinal Decompression
Spinal Decompression

What is it?

Our computer-controlled KDT spinal decompression table uses gentle, repeated stretching movements during each session. Imported from the United States, this technology is available following a full assessment to determine whether it's appropriate for your individual needs.

Who is it for?

Adults with certain types of back pain, leg pain, sciatica symptoms, or disc-related concerns may consider this therapy.

Potential Benefits:
- Gentle, non-surgical approach
- Care is based on an individual assessment
- Sessions are controlled and adapted to the client
- May be included within a wider care plan
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Dry Needling
Dry Needling

What is it?

Dry needling uses very fine needles placed into specific muscles or trigger points as part of a wider musculoskeletal care plan. It is grounded in modern anatomy and is often combined with rehabilitation exercises, sports therapy, or chiropractic care where appropriate.

Who is it for?

People experiencing localised muscle tightness, trigger-point discomfort, or restricted movement may find this appropriate as part of a wider care plan.

Potential Benefits:
- May help manage localised muscle tension
- Can be combined with rehabilitation exercises
- May help address localised trigger-point discomfort
- Available at the Watford clinic only
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Workplace Wellness
Workplace Wellness

What is it?

Workplace wellness brings chiropractic knowledge into the workplace through posture assessments, workstation reviews, ergonomics advice, and educational health talks. Sessions can be delivered on-site and adapted to the needs of your team and working environment.

Who is it for?

Designed for employers and office-based teams seeking practical guidance on posture, workstation setup, movement, and everyday workplace habits.

Potential Benefits:
- Practical advice on workstation setup
- Encourages regular movement during the working day
- Helps employees understand posture and ergonomics
- Can include talks and online training
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Meet Our Doctors

Dr James McDermott, DC

Dr James practises at the Watford and Hemel clinics, having graduated with a Master's degree in Chiropractic from the Anglo-European College of Chiropractic in Bournemouth in 2013. His background includes a three-year programme in Sports Rehabilitation at the University of Hull, and he began his chiropractic career with one of Europe's largest chiropractic companies before continuing his professional development through seminars across the UK, Europe, and America.

Dr James has a particular interest in working with professional boxers and combat athletes, providing chiropractic care alongside their training and competition schedules.

Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Chiropractic, Anglo-European College of Chiropractic
- Sports Rehabilitation programme, University of Hull
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Dr Sophie McDermott, DC

Dr Sophie practises at the Hemel clinic and is a co-founder of Summit Health. She graduated from the Anglo-European College of Chiropractic in 2011 and has since built a reputation as both a practising chiropractor and health coach, with her work featured in Sainsbury's Magazine.

Dr Sophie has a particular interest in working with busy parents and people looking for practical ways to care for their health. Her approach combines personalised chiropractic care with clear, realistic lifestyle guidance that can fit around work, family, and everyday routines.

Qualifications:
- Doctor of Chiropractic (DC), Anglo-European College of Chiropractic (2011)
- Co-founder, Summit Health
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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens at my first chiropractic appointment?

Your first visit includes a consultation, health history review, and movement assessment. Your chiropractor will explain the findings and discuss suitable care options.

What makes Summit Health different?

We offer chiropractic care alongside sports massage, sports therapy, spinal decompression, dry needling, and workplace wellness across three Hertfordshire clinics, and we're proud to be one of the region's top rated and most awarded chiropractic groups.

What concerns do chiropractors commonly see?

Our chiropractors see people with back pain, neck pain, headaches, sciatica, joint discomfort, muscle tension, and movement-related concerns.

What services are available?

Services include chiropractic care, sports chiropractic, pregnancy and paediatric chiropractic, spinal decompression, sports massage, dry needling, and workplace wellness.

How many appointments will I need?

This varies depending on your symptoms, health history, goals, and response to care. Your chiropractor will review your progress over time.

Is chiropractic suitable for different ages and life stages?

Techniques can be adapted for adults, older adults, pregnant women, babies, and children following an individual assessment.

Where are your clinics located?

We have clinics in Watford, Hemel Hempstead, and Watford. You can book online or contact our team by phone.

Summit Health
115 St Albans Road
Watford, Hertfordshire WD17 1RD
Phone: 01923 236162

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Client Testimonials

Chiropractic Care for Different Ages and Stages

Our Services

Chiropractic Care

Sports Chiropractic

Pregnancy Chiropractic

Paediatric Chiropractic

Headache & Migraine Care

Sports Massage

Spinal Decompression

Dry Needling

Workplace Wellness

A Friendly, Personal Approach

Three Convenient Locations Across Hertfordshire