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The AHPCSA, established by the Allied Health Professions Act, 63 of 1982, oversees 11 diverse allied health professions, ensuring regulatory standards and excellence. The Allied Health Professions Council of South Africa (AHPCSA) is a statutory health body established in terms of the Allied Health Professions Act, 63 of 1982 (the Act) in order to control all allied health professions, which includes Ayurveda, Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Homoeopathy, Naturopathy, Osteopathy, Phytotherapy, Therapeutic Aromatherapy, Therapeutic Massage Therapy, Therapeutic Reflexology and Unani-Tibb

OSTEOPATHY | MYTH OR FACT?“Osteopathy and Chiropractic are exactly the same profession.”What do you think? 🤔MYTH!Althoug...
23/10/2026

OSTEOPATHY | MYTH OR FACT?
“Osteopathy and Chiropractic are exactly the same profession.”
What do you think? 🤔

MYTH!

Although Osteopathy and Chiropractic both involve aspects of musculoskeletal healthcare, they are recognised as distinct professions within South Africa's allied health regulatory framework.

Both fall under the Professional Board for Chiropractic and Osteopathy, which operates within the AHPCSA.

Each profession must practise according to its applicable scope of practice and professional requirements.

Understanding which healthcare professional you are consulting is an important part of making informed decisions about your care.

💬 Did you know these are two separate regulated professions?

🔎 Verify your practitioner:
ahpcsa.co.za/practitioners

🌍 WORLD SPINE DAY | 16 OCTOBERSPINE HEALTH FOR LIFEYour spine supports you through every stage of life, from everyday mo...
16/10/2026

🌍 WORLD SPINE DAY | 16 OCTOBER
SPINE HEALTH FOR LIFE

Your spine supports you through every stage of life, from everyday movement to the activities you enjoy most.

This World Spine Day, we're raising awareness of the importance of spinal health and the role of appropriate care in managing spinal and musculoskeletal conditions.

Looking after your spine starts with everyday habits:
✓ Stay physically active and keep moving where appropriate.
✓ Take regular breaks from prolonged sitting.
✓ Use safe lifting techniques.
✓ Pay attention to persistent or worsening back and neck pain.
✓ Seek professional assessment when needed.

Chiropractic is one of the allied health professions regulated by the AHPCSA in South Africa. Registered chiropractors are qualified to assess and manage spinal and neuromusculoskeletal conditions within their professional scope of practice.

Spinal health is about more than a single treatment. It's about supporting movement, understanding your body and making informed decisions about your healthcare.

This World Spine Day, make time for your spine, for life.

🔎 Find and verify an AHPCSA-registered chiropractor:
ahpcsa.co.za/practitioners

5 THINGS TO STOP DOING WHEN IT COMES TO YOUR SPINEWhen something doesn’t feel right, it can be tempting to search for an...
13/10/2026

5 THINGS TO STOP DOING WHEN IT COMES TO YOUR SPINE

When something doesn’t feel right, it can be tempting to search for answers or try to manage it yourself. But when it comes to spinal and musculoskeletal concerns, appropriate assessment matters.

5 things to avoid:

1. Self-diagnosing
Back or neck pain can have different causes. Symptoms alone don't always tell you what is causing the problem.
2. Trying to “adjust” yourself
Feeling the need to repeatedly twist, manipulate or “crack” an area is not a substitute for appropriate assessment and care.
3. Ignoring persistent or worsening pain
Pain that continues, worsens or is accompanied by other concerning symptoms deserves appropriate attention.
4. Waiting until pain significantly affects your daily function
You don't necessarily need to wait until discomfort is interfering with work, movement or everyday activities before seeking professional advice.
5. Relying on Google, social media or AI for a diagnosis
Online information can be useful for general education, but it cannot take into account your complete history or replace an appropriate clinical examination by a healthcare professional.

When something doesn't feel right, get it appropriately assessed.

Chiropractors registered with the AHPCSA practise within a regulated professional scope that includes the physical examination of patients for diagnostic purposes and the management of specified spinal and neuromusculoskeletal conditions.

🔎 Always verify that your chiropractor is registered with the AHPCSA:
ahpcsa.co.za/practitioners

SPINE HEALTH FOR LIFE | WHEN PAIN GETS IN THE WAYBack or neck pain can make everyday things like working, exercising, dr...
12/10/2026

SPINE HEALTH FOR LIFE | WHEN PAIN GETS IN THE WAY

Back or neck pain can make everyday things like working, exercising, driving or even getting comfortable more difficult.

Because spinal and musculoskeletal pain can have different causes, appropriate assessment matters.

Within their regulated scope of practice, chiropractors can examine patients for diagnostic purposes and manage spinal and general neuromusculoskeletal conditions using appropriate modalities.

Care should be suited to the individual, their clinical findings and their needs.
Persistent or worsening pain? Don’t simply work around it. Consider seeking an appropriate healthcare assessment.

🔎 Find and verify an AHPCSA-registered chiropractor:
ahpcsa.co.za/practitioners

KNOW YOUR CHIROPRACTOR | CHECK THEIR CREDENTIALSHow do you know if you’re seeing a properly registered chiropractor in S...
09/10/2026

KNOW YOUR CHIROPRACTOR | CHECK THEIR CREDENTIALS

How do you know if you’re seeing a properly registered chiropractor in South Africa?

Before booking an appointment, take a moment to check your practitioner’s credentials.

In South Africa, Chiropractic is a regulated allied health profession, and a chiropractor must be registered with the Allied Health Professions Council of South Africa (AHPCSA) in order to practise legally.

As an informed patient, you can:
✓ Check their AHPCSA registration
✓ Ask about their professional qualifications
✓ Ask questions about their credentials and the care being recommended

Being informed about the healthcare practitioner you choose is an important part of making informed decisions about your care.

Know who you’re seeing. Check their credentials. Choose registered care.

🔎 Verify a registered chiropractor on our website.

SPINE HEALTH FOR LIFE | IT STARTS WITH MOVEMENTYour spine is with you through every stage of life, and regular movement ...
08/10/2026

SPINE HEALTH FOR LIFE | IT STARTS WITH MOVEMENT

Your spine is with you through every stage of life, and regular movement is an important part of looking after it.

Long periods of inactivity can contribute to stiffness and discomfort, while staying physically active can support mobility, strength and everyday function.

A chiropractor can assess musculoskeletal concerns affecting the spine and, where appropriate, provide advice and exercises as part of an individual approach to care.

You don’t have to wait for movement to become difficult before thinking about your spinal health.

Keep moving. Listen to your body. Seek appropriate care when you need it.

🔎 Always verify that your chiropractor is registered with the AHPCSA:
ahpcsa.co.za/practitioners

Therapeutic Massage Therapy | Post-Surgical & Scar SupportRecovery after surgery can continue long after the procedure i...
29/09/2026

Therapeutic Massage Therapy | Post-Surgical & Scar Support

Recovery after surgery can continue long after the procedure itself.

Once healing has progressed and when clinically appropriate, Therapeutic Massage Therapy may form part of supportive care by working with the soft tissues surrounding the affected area. Therapeutic Massage Therapy is defined in AHPCSA regulations as the manipulation of soft tissue by manual means.

Because every procedure and recovery is different, treatment should be individualised and appropriate to the person’s stage of healing. Massage should not be performed over an unhealed surgical site, and anyone considering treatment following surgery should follow the guidance of their treating healthcare professional.

Always choose a Therapeutic Massage Therapist registered with the AHPCSA. Therapeutic Massage Therapy is a regulated allied health profession in South Africa.

🔎 Verify your practitioner on our website via the link in our bio.

UJ POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMAS | APPLICATIONS OPENThe University of Johannesburg’s Department of Complementary Medicine is inv...
29/09/2026

UJ POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMAS | APPLICATIONS OPEN

The University of Johannesburg’s Department of Complementary Medicine is inviting applications for its Postgraduate Diplomas in:
• Acupuncture
• Phytotherapy

📅 Applications close: 31 October 2026

Bursaries are available for academic fees associated with the first year of study for all first-time enrolled students.

Both programmes are offered part-time over a minimum of two years and are NQF Level 8 qualifications worth 120 credits.

Course Enquiries
Dr Neil Gower
HOD: Complementary Medicine
📧 [email protected]

Application Enquiries
Debbie Makola
📧 [email protected]
📞 011 559 6706

For programme information, admission requirements and applications, please visit the University of Johannesburg website and navigate to Postgraduate Admissions.

Applications close 31 October 2026.

CHRONIC STRESS AND BURNOUTStress doesn’t just affect how you feel. It can also be felt in the body.Ongoing stress can be...
27/09/2026

CHRONIC STRESS AND BURNOUT

Stress doesn’t just affect how you feel. It can also be felt in the body.

Ongoing stress can be associated with physical symptoms such as muscle tension, headaches, fatigue and changes in sleep. For some people, tension may be particularly noticeable around the neck and shoulders.

Therapeutic Massage Therapy may assist with muscular tension and promote relaxation as part of supportive care, within the therapist’s professional scope.
However, persistent or worsening symptoms should not simply be attributed to stress. Appropriate assessment is important, particularly when symptoms are ongoing or affecting daily life.

🔎 Find and verify a registered practitioner by clicking the link in our bio.

HAPPY HERITAGE DAY 🇿🇦Today we celebrate the diversity, cultures, traditions and shared heritage that make South Africa u...
24/09/2026

HAPPY HERITAGE DAY 🇿🇦

Today we celebrate the diversity, cultures, traditions and shared heritage that make South Africa unique.

Heritage Day is an opportunity to recognise the many communities and traditions that form part of our country, while celebrating the values that connect us.

The AHPCSA wishes all South Africans a meaningful and happy Heritage Day.

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