The BCA is pleased to endorse Sport England’s recently published Physical Literacy Consensus Statement, developed by Liverpool John Moores University’s Research Institute for Sport and Exercise Sciences, in collaboration with academics from Coventry University, the University of Gloucestershire, the University of Bradford, the University of Waikato, Dublin City University, University College Cork, and Deakin University. […]
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. […]
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 […]
We’ll be bringing members periodic updates on our political research and lobbying work. As a brief recap, members said they wanted the BCA to use research donations to establish ourselves in the political space. In 2024 so far, we have drilled down into the landscape to create understanding about where we can make impact and […]
On Thursday 26 September, BCA President, Tim Button, attended Treforest Campus at the Welsh Institute of Chiropractic (WIOC) (University of South Wales), to witness a momentous for the chiropractic profession event – the ‘Topping out’ ceremony of the institution’s fabulous new Student Chiropractic Clinic. The project will replace the current facilities at the William Price […]
Dear members, We have listened to your requests for the BCA to take a proactive role in political engagement and have begun our public affairs project that raises political consciousness of the contribution chiropractors make to their communities and looks to remove barriers for our members to be integrated into wider healthcare. Following the General […]
The British Chiropractic Association (BCA) welcomes the formation of the new Government. We are encouraged by their commitment to reduce NHS waiting times, and their openness to utilising the private sector to provide immediate relief to the NHS. Addressing musculoskeletal (MSK) issues will be central to this and to getting more people back in to […]
The Chiropractors Act 1994 provides statutory regulation for the profession and the title ‘chiropractor’ is protected under this legislation. The BCA thanks Ian and the many BCA members who were central to gaining statutory registration. As the largest and longest-standing association for chiropractors in the UK, we are proud to have played our part in achieving […]
On Tuesday 23 April, for the first time in 30 years, the BCA hosted a roundtable discussion at Westminster, chaired by BCA President, Tim Button. The roundtable was kindly sponsored by Alex Sobel MP, with the purpose of progressing the BCA’s Vision for chiropractic to be integral to UK healthcare and exploring how chiropractors can […]
Chiropractic Awareness Week (CAW) 2024 starts today and this year, we are raising awareness and speaking up for our profession, to build understanding and recognition about the value and expertise that chiropractors bring to their local communities. CAW is a celebration of everything chiropractors do as healthcare professionals; how they treat and care for people, […]
