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.
Phil Maffetone, DC
Dr. Philip Maffetone is a 1977 graduate of National University of Health Sciences, former chairman of the International College of Applied Kinesiology, and has written more than 15 books / textbooks on sports, fitness and health. Contact him with questions and comments via his Web site, www.philmaffetone.com."