The Chiropractic Profession Worldwide
Doctors of Chiropractic – Brecon, Leominster & Hereford
At Brecon Chiropractic Clinic, Leominster Chiropractic Clinic, and Hereford Chiropractic Centre, we proudly continue a tradition of professional chiropractic care that traces back to the very first chiropractic college in the world. Our clinics serve patients throughout Herefordshire, Powys, and surrounding areas, providing safe, effective, and evidence-based care for spinal health and musculoskeletal wellness.
A Legacy of Chiropractic Excellence
Dr* Lawrence Benner, our lead chiropractor, is a graduate of the Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa, established in 1897 as the birthplace of modern chiropractic education. Graduates of Palmer College became known as Doctors of Chiropractic, and today there are approximately 100,000 qualified chiropractors worldwide, practicing across 88 member countries of the World Federation of Chiropractic. Around 30,000 of these professionals are Palmer graduates, upholding a legacy of excellence and patient-centered care.
Chiropractic Care You Can Trust
As a Doctor of Chiropractic, Dr* Benner does not perform medical procedures. Instead, he provides specialised chiropractic consultations, examinations, and treatments designed to improve spinal alignment, mobility, and overall wellness while supporting the body’s natural ability to heal.
At our clinics in Brecon, Leominster, and Hereford, we most commonly treat patients for:
- Back pain – including chronic and acute conditions
- Neck pain – addressing stiffness, discomfort, and restricted movement
- Sciatica and nerve-related pain – managing nerve compression and irritation
- Postural and mobility issues – improving spinal function and quality of life
All treatments are safe, non-invasive, and evidence-based, focused on reducing pain, restoring function, and promoting long-term spinal health.
A Recognised and Regulated Healthcare Profession
Chiropractic is a fully recognised and regulated healthcare profession worldwide. Degree-granting chiropractic colleges are accredited by government and professional bodies in multiple countries, ensuring high standards of education and practice.
Chiropractors are officially recognised in the United States, Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, New Zealand, and throughout Europe, South America, and Asia. Approximate global figures include:
- 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
- Growing numbers across Europe, Asia, and South America
This global presence demonstrates the trust and respect chiropractic care has earned as a safe, effective, and patient-focused profession.
The 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 regulated healthcare professions follow a similar practice:
- Dentists may use “Dr” in the UK under the General Dental Council guidelines.
- Veterinary surgeons may use “Dr” following guidance from the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons.
This ensures transparency and helps patients understand the professional qualifications of their healthcare provider.
Why Choose Our Chiropractic Clinics?
When you choose Brecon Chiropractic Clinic, Leominster Chiropractic Clinic, or Hereford Chiropractic Centre, you are 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, sciatica, and postural issues
- Supported by millions of patients worldwide who trust chiropractic care
Our mission is simple: to provide safe, professional, and effective chiropractic treatment that helps you move better, feel better, and live better. Serving the communities of Herefordshire, Powys, Leominster, Brecon, and Hereford, we are committed to improving your spinal health and overall wellbeing.
