Chiropractic Australia

Chiropractic Australia Chiropractic Australia is a professional organisation that advocates safe, ethical and effective chiropractic care.

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Chiropractic Australia is a professional organisation that advocates safe, ethical and effective chiropractic care. Vision Statement:
Establishing chiropractors as the non-surgical spine and musculoskeletal care experts. Values:
Honesty, Integrity, Ethical, Accountable, Visionary

Got expertise to share? We want to hear from you. 📢The CA Research Foundation is calling for workshop proposals for Rese...
10/06/2026

Got expertise to share? We want to hear from you. 📢

The CA Research Foundation is calling for workshop proposals for Researchers' Day 2026 – a dedicated forum for researchers, clinicians, and graduate students to connect, collaborate, and grow.

Lead a 90-minute interactive workshop in Melbourne on 9th October 2026 and help build the research capacity of the chiropractic profession.

🔗 Full submission guidelines at https://www.chiropracticaustralia.org.au/news-item/22655/call-for-workshop-proposals

We’re excited to announce our partnership with the Online Pain Education Network (OPEN) — bringing CA members access to ...
09/06/2026

We’re excited to announce our partnership with the Online Pain Education Network (OPEN) — bringing CA members access to practical, evidence-based pain education designed for the realities of clinical practice.

Pain care is one of the most complex areas of chiropractic practice. OPEN’s training is interdisciplinary, person-centred, and CPD-accredited — helping you build the skills and confidence to support patients living with persistent pain, at your own pace, wherever you work.

This is your member benefit. Head to our website to learn more.

Chiropractors are shaping the future of low back pain care. 💪A landmark Australian study is underway — and it's the firs...
08/06/2026

Chiropractors are shaping the future of low back pain care. 💪

A landmark Australian study is underway — and it's the first of its kind to capture LBP trigger insights from within the chiropractic profession itself. That's a big deal for evidence-based practice, and for how our profession is seen in the broader healthcare landscape.

Conducted by Murdoch University, the research aims to identify the most common triggers of low back pain, understand how patients and chiropractors access prevention information, and improve patient education and outcomes across Australia.

How you can contribute: → Complete a short 10–15 min clinician survey → Share the patient survey in-clinic or via social media → Display a QR code poster in your practice

Both surveys are anonymous. Your insights help build the evidence base that backs what we do every day.

🔗 Find out how to get involved: chiropracticaustralia.org.au

Have you checked out our latest edition of the Chiropractic Australia Annual Magazine? It's packed with everything shapi...
06/06/2026

Have you checked out our latest edition of the Chiropractic Australia Annual Magazine?

It's packed with everything shaping the future of our profession. Inside, you'll find expert insights on AI in clinical practice, digital health, emergency care for back pain, lifestyle medicine, concussion assessment, low back pain guidelines, paediatric back pain, research funding, education updates, and so much more.

Whether you're a new graduate or a seasoned practitioner, there's something in this edition for every stage of your chiropractic career.

📖 Read the full edition at chiropracticaustralia.org.au

🚨 Important update for chiropractic practice owners: The Fair Work Commission handed down its final decision on 26 May 2...
05/06/2026

🚨 Important update for chiropractic practice owners: The Fair Work Commission handed down its final decision on 26 May 2026, confirming a new classification structure and phased pay increases under the HPSS Award 2020 taking effect from 1 October 2026.

These changes affect employed health professionals covered by the award which may include chiropractors in your practice.

Swipe through for a full breakdown of what's changing, key dates, and the steps you should be taking now. 👉

Chiropractic Australia is working to provide members with detailed guidance, classification mapping support, and resources to help you prepare. Members will receive a full briefing by email — stay tuned.

📌 Save this post and share with your practice manager. 💬 Questions? Drop them in the comments or reach out directly.

04/06/2026

Back pain affects millions of Australians and can have a real impact on work, lifestyle, and overall well-being.

The Get Your Back Back campaign from Chiropractic Australia is designed to raise awareness about spinal health and encourage people to take proactive steps towards better movement and long-term relief.

The campaign highlights practical, evidence-informed approaches to managing back pain, including staying active, understanding triggers, and seeking early professional care when needed. It aims to empower Australians with clear, accessible information to help them make informed decisions about their spinal health. 💡

By focusing on prevention, education, and early intervention, this initiative supports better outcomes for individuals and helps reduce the broader impact of back pain across the community.

👉 See a CA Chiropractor today and improve your back health💡

Recently, Chiropractic Australia’s Board and leadership team came together for a strategic planning session focused on t...
03/06/2026

Recently, Chiropractic Australia’s Board and leadership team came together for a strategic planning session focused on the future of the profession and the role Chiropractic Australia plays in supporting members across the country.

These sessions provide an important opportunity to reflect on progress, review priorities, and ensure our efforts remain aligned with the evolving needs of chiropractors, students, and the communities they serve.

By taking the time to step back and consider the bigger picture, we can continue to refine our focus, strengthen our advocacy, and identify opportunities to advance the profession.

Thank you to everyone involved for their valuable insights, thoughtful discussions, and ongoing commitment to supporting a strong, connected, and thriving chiropractic profession.

Last night, Chiropractic Australia CEO Mark O’Sullivan had the pleasure of attending the Faculty of Medicine, Health and...
03/06/2026

Last night, Chiropractic Australia CEO Mark O’Sullivan had the pleasure of attending the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences Student Awards Evening at Macquarie University, celebrating outstanding academic achievement within the chiropractic program.

Congratulations to this year's Chiropractic Australia Academic Excellence Award recipients.

These awards recognise exceptional dedication, hard work and academic excellence, qualities that will serve these future chiropractors well as they enter the profession.
Pictured with Mark are Dr Christopher Burrell, Head of Education, Department of Chiropractic, Jesse Alexander Cross, Allyna Cheah, and Professor Rosemary Giuriato, Head of the Department of Chiropractic at Macquarie University.

Chiropractic Australia is proud to support and recognise the next generation of chiropractors and looks forward to seeing the positive impact these students will make on the health and wellbeing of their communities.

🧠 Advancing Clinical Understanding of the Head and NeckHead and neck conditions remain some of the most complex and comm...
02/06/2026

🧠 Advancing Clinical Understanding of the Head and Neck

Head and neck conditions remain some of the most complex and commonly encountered presentations in musculoskeletal care. The Chiropractic Australia feature on The Head and Neck: Theory and Practice 2025 highlights a clinician-focused resource designed to bring clarity to assessment, imaging, and management across a wide range of cases.

A special acknowledgement to the contributors behind this work — A/Prof Kenneth Young (Victoria University) and A/Prof Hazel Jenkins (Macquarie University) — whose expertise and dedication have shaped this into an exceptional evidence-informed resource for the profession.

This guide helps practitioners better understand when and why to use imaging modalities such as radiography, CT, MRI, and ultrasound, while strengthening clinical reasoning around diagnosis and patient-centred care. It reflects the growing emphasis on integrating research with everyday practice to improve outcomes in head and neck presentations.

For chiropractors and allied health professionals, it provides a practical framework to support safer, more consistent, and more informed decision-making.

👉 Read the full article here: https://www.chiropracticaustralia.org.au/news-item/22783/the-head-and-neck-theory-and-practice-2025-new

Emergency Care for Back PainDid you know that 81% of people who called an ambulance for back pain were transported to an...
25/05/2026

Emergency Care for Back Pain

Did you know that 81% of people who called an ambulance for back pain were transported to an emergency department, and around 70% of those patients were given opioids?

Back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide, yet people are increasingly seeking care from emergency services when community-based options like chiropractic could safely support them.

Dr Simon Vella's research, published in The Lancet Rheumatology, explores why this happens, the cost to the health system, and where chiropractors can step in to make a real difference.

This is a must-read for anyone passionate about the future of MSK care in Australia.

📖 Read the full article in our Annual Magazine at chiropracticaustralia.org.au

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