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.
Lona Cook, DC
Dr. Lona Cook has practiced in western Wisconsin for more than 12 years. Her initial practice has grown and expanded into multiple practices and with a great team of healers. Her most recent expansion with her partner, Dr. Amanda Blonigan, has been the formation of On-Site Chiropractic, which serves the local school district by providing school-based chiropractic care for students and faculty; as well as its nonprofit, Well-Adjusted Students. Their vision is to see chiropractic in schools across the world, helping more people access the benefits of chiropractic care.