Doctors of Chiropractic Worldwide
At Brecon Chiropractic Clinic, Leominster Chiropractic Clinic, and Hereford Chiropractic Centre, we are proud to continue a tradition of chiropractic care that dates back to the very first chiropractic college in the world.
I graduated from the Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa — established in 1897 as the birthplace of chiropractic education. Graduates of Palmer became known as Doctors of Chiropractic, and today there are approximately 100,000 qualified chiropractors practicing worldwide across 88 member countries of the World Federation of Chiropractic. Around 30,000 of these are Palmer graduates, carrying forward a legacy of excellence and patient-focused care.
Chiropractic Care You Can Trust
As a Doctor of Chiropractic, I do not perform medical procedures. Instead, I provide specialised chiropractic consultations, examinations, and treatments designed to improve spinal health and support the body’s natural ability to heal.
At our clinics in Brecon, Leominster, and Hereford, patients most commonly visit us for help with:
Chiropractic treatment for back pain
Chiropractic care for neck pain
Management of sciatica and nerve-related discomfort
Our treatments are safe, non-invasive, and focused on improving mobility, reducing pain, and enhancing quality of life.
A Recognised and Regulated Profession
Chiropractic is a regulated and widely recognised healthcare profession across the world. Degree-granting chiropractic colleges and universities are accredited by government agencies in many countries. The practice of chiropractic is officially recognised in the United States, Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, New Zealand, and across Europe, South America, and Asia.
Approximate 2015 figures show:
65,000 chiropractors in the USA
8,300 in Canada
4,845 in Australia
4,013 in the UK
800+ in countries such as Brazil, France, Japan, Sweden
Smaller but growing numbers across Europe, Asia, and South America
This global reach demonstrates the trust and respect that chiropractic has earned as a profession dedicated to safe, effective care.
Use of the Title "Doctor"
In the United Kingdom, chiropractors may use the courtesy title “Doctor” to reflect their professional qualifications, while making it clear they are not medical doctors. Other professions also follow this practice:
Since 1995, the General Dental Council (GDC) has allowed dentists to use the courtesy title “Dr,” provided it is not misleading.
In 2015, the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) also permitted veterinary surgeons to use the title “Doctor.”
This ensures clarity for patients while recognising the academic and clinical achievements of these professions.
Why This Matters to Patients
When you choose Brecon Chiropractic Clinic, Leominster Chiropractic Clinic, or Hereford Chiropractic Centre, you’re choosing care that is:
Rooted in over a century of chiropractic education and tradition.
Delivered by a fully qualified Doctor of Chiropractic with international training.
Focused on evidence-based treatment for back pain, neck pain, and sciatica.
Supported by the trust of millions of patients worldwide who benefit from chiropractic care.
Our mission is simple: to provide safe, effective, and professional chiropractic treatment that helps you move better, feel better, and live better.
