The future of MSK health, empowered by chiropractic
The BCA’s 100-year anniversary celebrates the entire chiropractic profession and our members’ contributions to musculoskeletal health, while paving the way for advancements in the next century.
Celebrating 100 Years of Excellence
Our heritage is a testament to the dedication and passion of our chiropractors, who have transformed patients' lives through their care. However, the true measure of our success lies in our ability to adapt and evolve.
Together, we are the largest UK body of regulated chiropractors. But we are much more than numbers; we are a collective of health professionals who aim to provide the best care possible to the people and communities we serve.
Image: BCA meeting 1934 with Bartlett Palmer (son of the Founder of Chiropractic).
BCA 100 Activities
In honour of a century of advancement in chiropractic care, we are excited to bring together the BCA community through a series of thoughtfully designed events and activities.
See what's to come below and stay tuned for more information as we progress our BCA 100 program.
Schedule
Share a Memory
To mark this momentous landmark, we are constructing a timeline of events, memories, artefacts and pictures from the BCA and its members from over the decades - our online exhibition!
To help bring this to fruition, we need your help! Share your memories via the form below.
Looking to the future
Together, we have a critical role to play in solving the health challenges our society faces today and those of tomorrow.
We are ambitious about the future of chiropractic and believe it should be integral to mainstream healthcare, providing people with more informed choices about their health and alleviating pressures on the NHS. New research from the BCA found that giving chiropractors same status as physiotherapists and osteopaths could dramatically cut NHS waiting lists by over 100,000 appointments and boost UK productivity by an estimated £400 million per year. Read more here.
We are proud to be the British Chiropractic Association – the home of chiropractors who have provided person-centred care for 100-years, and will continue to do so for the next 100 more.
Tim Button, BCA President
"The BCA's legacy is built on a century of pioneering work, but our focus is firmly on the future. We are committed to advancing the field, empowering chiropractors with the latest knowledge and tools, and enhancing patient care to meet evolving healthcare needs. For the next 100-years, we will continue to foster growth and excellence in chiropractic care, ensuring our members and their patients benefit from the highest standards of treatment and support."
Cait Allen, CEO
"This celebration is about more than just our past achievements. It's a testament to our ongoing commitment to innovation, engagement, and connection within the chiropractic community. We are excited to continue supporting the growth and development of the chiropractic profession, ensuring that our members have the tools and resources they need to thrive. As we look ahead, we remain dedicated to advancing the field and enhancing the quality of care for patients across the UK."