Because they have yet to pass national legislation protecting the chiropractic profession, Japanese DCs are in a similar situation that U.S. DCs faced. We were fortunate enough to be able to pass chiropractic licensure state by state. The DCs in Japan must accomplish this nationally, which has proved to be an extremely difficult task. And in spite of their efforts, Japanese DCs are currently faced with two chiropractic professions.
Correction
The April 21 Northeast Forum news reported on New York Chiropractic College welcoming two research associates. We stated that Alex M. Eingorn, DC, was affiliated with the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine and Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. Eingorn informs us that he does not have an affiliation with either group. We apologize to Dr. Eingorn for any inconvenience that might have caused him.