Arlington, Va. – The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) and doctors of chiropractic nationwide will celebrate National Chiropractic Health Month (NCHM) 2026 this October with the theme “Joint Efforts.” The campaign will focus on the importance of joint health over a lifetime and steps people can take to support mobility, joint function and overall musculoskeletal health.
Every day, our joints play a fundamental role in keeping our bodies moving and able to do everything from completing daily tasks and enjoying leisure activities to achieving athletic feats of wonder. When they function well, we barely notice them; but with age, our joints become more prone to injury and wear and tear, which can lead to pain and functional limitations.
“Healthy joints are essential for staying active, independent and engaged throughout life,” said ACA President Kris Anderson, DC. “During National Chiropractic Health Month, we want people to understand that chiropractic physicians provide evidence-based, non-drug healthcare, which can help them reach their goals by maintaining joint health, mobility, and function.”
A “Joint Efforts” campaign toolkit, with resources and ideas on how to participate, will be available later this year at www.acatoday.org/NCHM. Members of the public can learn more about chiropractic at handsdownbetter.org. For more information about NCHM, contact [email protected].
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 benefits of chiropractic care and its natural, patient-centered and drug-free approach to health and wellness. Learn more at www.handsdownbetter.org.
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 www.acatoday.org.
