The Complete Breath

 The Complete Breath

 The Complete Breath - Surya Pierce, MD and David Rakel, MD
UW. Department of Community Medicine and Family Health
Most Americans do not breathe from their diaphragm. They breathe from their scalenes (primarily) and intercostals (secondary). Just getting someone to breathe from their diaphragm on purpose can be a huge step forward.

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