The Diaphragm Weekend: Evaluating, Treating, Rehabilitating, and Optimizing Breath and Body Function
Helsinki, Finland // 1-2 June, 2024
A Packed Weekend of Breathing & Learning!
Understanding the full importance of the diaphragm
Evaluating diaphragm function
Linking the respiratory diaphragm to the pelvic floor, the cranium, and beyond
Testing the diaphragm for function vs. dysfunction
Treating the diaphragm both mechanically and via breath work
Rehabilitating and integrating the diaphragm for proper health, movement, and vitality
Learning many breathwork skills and techniques that make immediate changes to biochemistry and biomechanics
Understanding breath control and integrative breath therapy which has been shown to be a useful adjunct to TMJD, chronic pain, and other ailments
Assessing, strengthening, and relaxing the diaphragm for optimal function
Resetting the diaphragm with the eye-lift reflex
Assessing Body Oxygen Level Test
Improving oxygen uptake and carbon dioxide tolerance
…and a lot more!
Stephen Gangemi, DC, DIBAK, DCBCN
Dr. Gangemi is a chiropractic physician and clinical nutritionist with a passion for natural health care specifically in the fields of nutrition and manual therapies. He has over 25 years of clinical experience as a practitioner of complementary sports medicine and holistic therapies for patients dealing with a variety of ailments such as hormonal imbalances, digestive disturbances, immune dysfunction, and musculoskeletal problems. His practice focuses on not just treating his patient’s health concerns, but helping them move better and live healthier lives.
Dr. Gangemi teaches his natural health care protocol and techniques, Systems Health Care, to doctors and students throughout the US and Europe. SHC is a dynamic evaluation and treatment method which identifies primary problems by identifying and treating patterns in a systematic, individualized progression. SHC employs various applied kinesiology principles and methods combined with a multitude of Dr. Gangemi’s unique and highly effective protocols for patient evaluation, treatment, and management.
Dr. Gangemi is an avid endurance athlete and dedicated student of many nature-based movement methods. He’s finished 16 Ironman triathlon races including 6 Hawaii Ironman World Championships as well as ultra-distance trail and SwimRun races. He goes by the moniker “Sock Doc” at his popular website sock-doc.com which focuses on a natural approach to injury treatment and prevention for athletes. His other website, drgangemi.com has dozens of articles on how to live a healthier and more active life as well as natural treatment methods for a variety of ailments.
MaryBeth Gangemi
Advanced Buteyko Educator and Myofunctional therapist
See you there! Space is limited!
Location: Chydenius Neuro-kiropraktiikka Clinic, Kalevankatu 4A, Helsinki (Email: [email protected])
Date/Time: 1st June 10:00-18:00; 2nd June 9:00-14:00
Registration: Before 1st May, 2024 = €475
: After 1st May, 2024 = €525
Contact/Registration: Email Dr. Gangemi ([email protected]) for bank wire transfer details
Refunds: Full refund less €50 on or before 1st May. No refunds after 1st May.