Arlington, Va. – The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) and doctors of chiropractic nationwide will celebrate National Chiropractic Health Month (NCHM) this October with the theme “Joint Efforts.” Throughout the month, they will share information on how to support lifelong joint health through movement, nutrition, injury prevention and other healthy habits.
The human body contains more than 300 joints, which make it possible for us to move and do everything from completing daily chores and enjoying leisure activities to participating in exercise and sports. Maintaining healthy joints becomes especially important as we age, helping us to stay physically active and preserve mobility, independence and quality of life. Regular movement is one of the most powerful contributors to overall health and longevity.
Doctors of chiropractic help their patients improve and maintain joint function through an evidence-based, nondrug approach to health and wellness. In addition to hands-on treatment for common neuromusculoskeletal conditions such as back pain, neck pain and headaches, they provide guidance on exercise, injury prevention and healthy lifestyle habits that can help support joint health over time.
“Healthy joints are essential for staying active, independent and engaged throughout life,” said ACA President Kris Anderson, DC, MS. “During National Chiropractic Health Month, we want people to understand that chiropractic physicians provide evidence-based, nondrug healthcare, which can help them reach their goals by maintaining joint health, mobility, and function.”
Members of the public can learn more about chiropractic and joint health at handsdownbetter.org and follow the conversation on social media using #JointEfforts and @acatoday.
About National Chiropractic Health Month
National Chiropractic Health Month (NCHM) is a nationwide observance held each October. The event helps to raise public awareness of the importance of musculoskeletal health and the benefits of chiropractic care and its evidence-based, patient-centered and nondrug approach to health and wellness. Learn more at handsdownbetter.org/NCHM.
About the American Chiropractic Association
The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) is the largest professional chiropractic organization in the United States. ACA attracts the most principled and accomplished chiropractors, who understand that it takes more to be called an ACA chiropractor. We are leading our profession in the most constructive and far-reaching ways — by working hand in hand with other health care professionals, by lobbying for pro-chiropractic legislation and policies, by supporting meaningful research and by using that research to inform our treatment practices. We also provide professional and educational opportunities for all our members and are committed to being a positive and unifying force for the practice of modern chiropractic. Visit acatoday.org.