The BCA Influences New GCC Code

The BCA Influences New GCC Code

The GCC Council approved the final version of their new Code of Professional Practice at their meeting on 5 December. The BCA has been through this final version and are pleased to see the significant impact that our feedback has made to standards within the Code. Positive changes include:  Registrant safety and ceasing treatment Members […]

The BCA Influences New GCC Code: What happens now?

The BCA Influences New GCC Code: What happens now?

Following our member update last week, we’ve received confirmation from the GCC that the Council approved the final version of the new Code at their meeting on 5 December. The BCA has been through this final version and are pleased to see the significant impact that our feedback has made to standards within the Code. […]

Planning to start your own chiropractic practice? Here’s what you might need to consider

Planning to start your own chiropractic practice? Here’s what you might need to consider

Starting your own chiropractic practice is one of the most significant steps in a chiropractor’s professional journey. Whether you’re just starting as an associate, considering going solo, or planning to expand and become a clinic operator, this article will walk you through the key pathways, benefits, challenges, and essential considerations, including financial and insurance considerations. […]

Support Your Spine this World Spine Day

Support Your Spine this World Spine Day

16 October is World Spine Day, and this year’s theme, Support Your Spine, encourages us to adopt habits that promote a healthy, strong, and flexible spine. We always hear how vital exercise is, but a comprehensive approach also includes nutrition, mental wellbeing, and lifestyle changes. Here are some other tips on supporting your spine for […]

Is your back aging faster than you? Find out your back age with the BCA's Back Health Calculator

Is your back aging faster than you? Find out your back age with the BCA’s Back Health Calculator

Currently the number of people leaving the workforce due to long-term sickness is at its highest since the 1990s, with musculoskeletal (MSK) health conditions coming in as a leading cause, behind mental health*. Between 60% – 80% of Brits suffer from back pain within their lifetime, and with a sedentary lifestyle becoming more prevalent, it’s […]

Your Retirement: Review where you are, plan for where you want to be

Your Retirement: Review where you are, plan for where you want to be

We cannot emphasise enough the importance of retirement planning, whatever stage of your career. Planning for retirement can potentially help you achieve financial security and stability during the longest holiday of your life, reducing dependence on others and providing peace of mind. Early career If you’re at the beginning of your career as a chiropractor, […]

The BCA's quick and easy steps towards better self-care this Valentine’s Day

The BCA’s quick and easy steps towards better self-care this Valentine’s Day

This Valentine’s Day, we are sharing our top tips towards better self-care. 1. Start small Our daily routines can be exhausting and the thought of adding exercise in can become even more overwhelming. Our top tip is to start by incorporating movement into your day in smaller, bitesize chunks. Many of us often set unmanageable […]

How to choose the right Point of Sale system for your practice

How to choose the right Point of Sale system for your practice

In the dynamic landscape of chiropractic care, optimising your practice is key to providing exceptional service to your patients. In this article, our BCA Plus Partner, Clover, explains the importance of a reliable Point of Sale (POS) system tailored for chiropractors and provides some top tips on how to choose the right POS system for […]

Top 10 tips for promoting and measuring physical activity in your clinic

Top 10 tips for promoting and measuring physical activity in your clinic

Over the last year, a specific focus on physical activity, or more importantly, physical inactivity has been adopted by various national and international chiropractic organisations. The World Federation of Chiropractic’s (WFC) Public Health Committee launched a 2022/23 Physical Activity Campaign and the Royal College of Chiropractors (RCC) released a Physical Activity Toolkit this autumn. With […]

Top tips on how to choose the right payment provider

Top tips on how to choose the right payment provider

Clover has been a trusted partner of the BCA since 2018, back when they were First Data. Over the last five years, 125 BCA members have trusted Clover by choosing it as their payment provider. In return, they have facilitated over £15 million worth of transactions, showing their commitment to making payments as seamless and […]