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 […]

October Public Affairs Member Update

October Public Affairs Member Update

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 […]

The British Chiropractic Association welcomes Wes Streeting’s commitment to NHS reform

The British Chiropractic Association welcomes Wes Streeting’s commitment to NHS reform

Earlier this week, BCA President, Tim Button, had the pleasure to attend The Labour Party’s Annual Conference to meet policy makers and support the Right to Rehab Campaign which the BCA is part of. We continue our political research exploring how the BCA can influence the political agenda about the current MSK crisis in the […]

ARMA’s New Report Highlights Gaps in MSK Leadership and Prioritisation by ICBs

ARMA’s New Report Highlights Gaps in MSK Leadership and Prioritisation by ICBs

In March 2024, the Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Alliance (ARMA) conducted a review by sending Freedom of Information (FOI) requests to all 42 Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) in England. The aim was to assess their leadership and strategic priorities for musculoskeletal (MSK) services. The resulting report underscores the need for immediate action. Key Findings: Nearly one […]

Chiropractic Awareness Week 2024: 22-28 April

Chiropractic Awareness Week 2024: 22-28 April

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, […]

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 […]

The British Chiropractic Association supporting a new major campaign, calling for universal access to patient rehabilitation

The British Chiropractic Association supporting a new major campaign, calling for universal access to patient rehabilitation

A major new campaign launched on 19 February, calling for an end to the postcode lottery for NHS rehabilitation services that help people recover from the likes of car crashes, cancer or strokes. The UK’s largest and longest-standing membership body for chiropractors joins forces with over 30 healthcare organisations and former Top Gear presenter and […]