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.
#ChiropracticCares to the Rescue
With millions of Americans reeling following a string of destructive and deadly tornadoes in mid-December 2021 that cut across six Southeast and Midwest states (Arkansas, Illinois, Kentucky, Missouri, Mississippi, and Tennessee), leaving devastation and despair in their wake, Foot Levelers immediately launched #ChiropracticCares, a matching-donation campaign to aid in relief and recovery efforts.
The company pledged to match all donations made through Foot Levelers up to $250,000, with 100 percent of tax-deductible donations going directly to the American Red Cross. Donations were accepted through Dec. 31, 2021 via phone or mail.
Kent Greenawalt, Foot Levelers chairman and CEO, offered his heartfelt thanks to members of the chiropractic profession who pledged their support during this time of need:
"When people are suffering, chiropractors are quick to respond with healing and compassion," he said. "We're grateful to everyone who supported our Matching Funds Campaign for Storm Relief last month. Their generosity has provided crucial assistance to the many people rebuilding their lives after this tragedy. Once again, our colleagues helped us show the world how much chiropractors care."