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.
Brian Graham, DC
Dr. Brian Graham, a graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic, is a chiropractic sports physician with a specialty in whiplash injuries. He is the founder of Graham Rehabilitation Center (www.grahamrehab.com) in Seattle, Wash., emphasizing patient education while treating professional, college and high-school athletes, as well as the typical weekend warrior.