The BCA's Response to the Government's Elective Reform Plan to Tackle NHS Waiting Times

The BCA’s Response to the Government’s Elective Reform Plan to Tackle NHS Waiting Times

The British Chiropractic Association welcomes the Government’s recent announcement of the Elective Reform Plan, which highlights the critical need to address NHS waiting times. We are particularly encouraged by its focus on expanding community-based care, fostering public-private collaboration, and reducing pressure on hospitals. BCA President, Tim Button said:  “The BCA is delighted to see a […]

Moving Forward Together: Learning and Growing at Chiro Live 2024

Moving Forward Together: Learning and Growing at Chiro Live 2024

Your conference highlights Chiro Live 2024 was a resounding success, bringing together over 300 chiropractors, international experts, students, and industry partners at the iconic St George’s Park. The event celebrated the transformative power of movement in musculoskeletal health and explored innovative approaches to help patients “Move Beyond Pain”. We were thrilled to welcome attendees from […]

Chiropractic Awareness Week 2024

Chiropractic Awareness Week 2024

A special message from BCA President, Tim Button This year’s Chiropractic Awareness Week (CAW) (22-28 April) feels extra special, as it’s my first as your President. It’s a moment in the calendar I always look forward to, and we’ve been working hard to make this annual moment something truly meaningful and tangible. We started by […]

Sad News: Michael Durtnall

Sad News: Michael Durtnall

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Michael Durtnall on 29 January 2024. It was a serious motorcycle accident, as a pillion passenger on a fellow sixth-former’s bike at the age of 18, which first propelled Michael into the world of chiropractic. After suffering debilitating backpain which no doctor, orthopaedic specialist […]

Winners of the BCA Excellence Awards 2023 Announced

Winners of the BCA Excellence Awards 2023 Announced

The British Chiropractic Association hosted its annual BCA Excellence Awards in Birmingham on Saturday 18 November, announcing the winners from three categories nominated for by BCA members and the Chiropractor of the Year award nominated by the BCA Board. The BCA Excellence Awards are an opportunity to recognise the exceptional achievements of Chiropractors across the […]

Pleased to welcome a huge number of new graduates entering the profession

Pleased to welcome a huge number of new graduates entering the profession

We are pleased to share some great news that we bring to you with pride and enthusiasm that our BCA community is growing and becoming home for more members, year on year. The General Chiropractic Council’s (GCC) movement report in September 2023 showed that the BCA welcomed 81 new registrant members, compared to 48 in […]

Announcing the results of the 2023 BCA Board Elections and AGM Resolutions

Announcing the results of the 2023 BCA Board Elections and AGM Resolutions

A message from the BCA CEO Dear members, It was a pleasure to attend my first AGM meeting as CEO of the British Chiropractic Association, which took place on Wednesday 25 October, and to see so many of you voting in the elections and on the resolutions. This year, 253 members voted across the AGM […]

BCA rugby health expert reveals top injures this Rugby World Cup

BCA rugby health expert reveals top injures this Rugby World Cup

Ulrik Sandstrøm, chiropractor and Board Member of the British Chiropractic Association, has been involved in elite level sports chiropractic for over two decades and is passionate about delivering the highest quality care to athletes by working within integrated medical teams. As chiropractor to Leicester Tigers Rugby and chiropractic consultant to England Rugby, he has worked […]

Have your say in the 2023 Member Survey and you could win a £250 Amazon voucher

Have your say in the 2023 Member Survey and you could win a £250 Amazon voucher

Dear BCA members, I hope you all enjoyed the recent Bank Holiday weekend. Creating a trusted and supportive chiropractic community that fully meets your professional needs is our top priority at the BCA. To do this, it’s critical for us to gather your feedback and understand how we’re doing as your membership association of choice. Your […]

Shortlist Announced for the BCA Excellence Awards 2023!

Shortlist Announced for the BCA Excellence Awards 2023!

We are delighted to announce the shortlist of nominees for the 2023 BCA Excellence Awards, after receiving a great number of nominations by members across three categories. The Excellence Awards are an opportunity to recognise the exceptional achievements of your peers and colleagues, and to celebrate our best-in-class members and demonstrate our patient-centred approach. Winners […]