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.
Janelle Perkins, DC
Dr. Janelle Perkins, a 2004 graduate of Parker College of Chiropractic (now Parker University, College of Chiropractic) is one of seven chiropractors in her family. She has more than 15 years of experience in clinical nutrition.