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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
Exclusively for members: The BCA Sessions! As a BCA member, you have exclusive access to a programme of virtual events, which include CPD sessions and community activities. The majority are free, but some may be at a discounted price for members. Here is a little more information about how The BCA Sessions work: What are […]
We are pleased to bring you some huge news for the chiropractic profession and the wider MSK community. Yesterday, the World Health Organisation (WHO) launched its new Guideline for the Non-Surgical Management of Chronic Primary Low Back Pain in Adults in Primary and Community Care Settings, which provides evidence-informed recommendations on non-surgical interventions for chronic […]
The BCA is delighted to offer you an exciting opportunity to share your research findings in the form of a poster at our conference, Chiro Live 2023, on 18 November at the The Vox, Birmingham. Student projects are particularly encouraged. Projects may comprise original research (randomised clinical trial, case series/report, survey, educational research, literature review, […]
Over a third of 18–24-year-olds have been prevented from working due to back pain. 14% of the 18–24-year-olds who stated they were left unable to work due to back pain conditions, were prevented from working for 10-12 months. Over half of 18–24-year-olds are not registered with a GP (52%). New data from the British Chiropractic […]
This Posture Awareness Month, the BCA is encouraging the UK to look after their back health. Our recent research shows that 33% of the UK has had an MSK (musculoskeletal) issue in the last 2 years, with 52% of those having lived with the condition for over a year. To help minimise the risk of […]
