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Mitochondria to Motion – Laser Therapy & Integrative Healing

Event Details

Sat July 18, 2026 - 8:00 AM CST — Sun July 19, 2026 - 12:15 PM CST

Location: Austin, TX

Aloft Austin Downtown
109 East 7th Street
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 473-0004

Speaker:
Ryan Manning, DC
Dr. Dustin T. Dillberg DACM. D.Ac., L.Ac. PAS

CEU: 12

Price: Price range: $199.00 through $299.00

About the Seminar

Don’t miss this deep dive with Dr. Ryan Manning, DC and Dr. Dustin Dillberg, DACM. D.Ac. PAS—where modern mitochondrial science meets the timeless wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine. This CE-accredited seminar reveals how cellular energy, laser therapy, and integrative strategies can transform patient outcomes, enhance healing, and optimize overall vitality.

Through a unique blend of evidence-based science, clinical case studies, and live demonstrations, you’ll learn how to:

  • Harness mitochondrial function to improve energy, recovery, neurological function, and long-term health.
  • Integrate low-level laser therapy as a modern expression of Qi, supporting the nervous system and accelerating healing.
  • Apply practical protocols combining nutrition, lifestyle interventions, manual therapies, acupuncture principles, and frequency-based treatments.
  • Bridge ancient energetic medicine with contemporary photonic science to create measurable, reproducible results.

This is not just another lecture—it’s a hands-on, application-focused experience designed to give clinicians actionable strategies for immediate implementation. Join us and discover the tools and knowledge that elite athletes, high-performance clients, and forward-thinking practitioners rely on to optimize function, resilience, and well-being. Seats are limited—this is your chance to be part of an integrative healthcare revolution.

Seminar Dates and Times:
Registration: 7:30am
Saturday, July 18  8:00am - 5:30pm EST
Sunday, July 19  8:00am - 12:15pm EST

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Seminar Topics

  • Unlock the secrets of mitochondrial health to boost energy, accelerate healing, and improve overall vitality.
  • Explore how low-level laser therapy acts as modern Qi to restore nervous system balance and cellular coherence.
  • Integrate photobiomodulation with acupuncture, manual therapy, and chiropractic principles for real-world results.
  • Learn practical strategies to reduce pain, enhance recovery, and improve functional mobility in patients.
  • Discover how lifestyle, nutrition, and frequency-based interventions amplify mitochondrial performance.
  • Bridge ancient wisdom with modern science for measurable, reproducible clinical outcomes.
  • Gain hands-on insights from live demonstrations and real case studies for immediate application.
  • Master protocols that combine lasers, manual techniques, acupuncture concepts, and botanicals safely and effectively.
  • Understand the neuro-metabolic and inflammatory patterns driving chronic disease and how to address them.
  • Leave with a repeatable “Monday morning” framework to implement integrative health strategies immediately.

About the Speaker

Ryan Manning, DC

Dr. Manning works in Los Angeles, CA and specializes in Chiropractic.  In 2014, he graduated from Southern California University of Health Sciences with a Doctorate in Chiropractic.  His extensive expertise in manipulation has accumulated approximately 40,000 hours of manual therapy experience.  His techniques include, but are not limited to, joint manipulation, SOT, dynamic, mobilization low impact technique, sports massage, Shiatsu, Rolfing, Guasha, cupping, & laser therapy.  Dr. Manning earnestly desires to escalate the plethora of techniques he uses on celebrities, icons, supermodels, Academy Award-winning actors, producers, writers, directors & professional athletes to keep at their peak performance levels in their respective industries.

Education

  • 1998 Graduated Santa Monica Healing Arts (now California Healing Arts) with CMT (Certified Massage Therapist) certification 750 hours.
  • 2014 Graduated from Southern California University of Health Sciences with Doctorate in Chiropractic

Clinical Experience: Present

  • Continuous practice of massage 1998 to Present with accumulation of approximately 40,000 hours of manual therapy experience.
  • Manual technique application to DC patients 91-98
  • Continuous DC clinical practice 2014 - Present.

Types of Manual Therapy Utilized

  • Joint Manipulation, SOT, Dynamic Mobilization low impact technique, Sports Massage, Shiatsu, Rolfing, Guasha, cupping.

Special Recognition

  • 2014 Distinguished Clinician Award- SCUHS

Accomplishments/Experience - Clients/Patients include: 

  • 50+ A list Celebrities and Icons
  • Multiple Academy Award winning: actors, producers, writers, directors, hair, makeup, special/visual effects costume.
  • Multiple Emmy winning: artists, producers, directors, dancers
  • Multiple Multi Platinum Grammy Award winning producers, writers, and singers,
  • Tony Award Winning: Actor and Actress
  • Profession athletes- World Series Winning Pitcher, 5 time Super Bowl Quarterback, Championship winning players from the NBA NFL, MLB & UFC,
  • Multiple Professional NASCAR and Formula 1 drivers
  • Multiple Olympic Gold Silver Bronze Medal Winning Athletes
  • Royal Family (Ruling) and Royalty of prominent Countries
  • Former wealthiest man in the world
  • Iconic Inventors
  • Moguls in Real Estate, Finance, Entertainment, Music, Fashion
  • Multiple Supermodels
  • Chiropractor working with DWTS 2015 to Present

Dr. Dustin T. Dillberg DACM. L.Ac. PAS

2711 Ala Kinoiki
Koloa, HI 96756
808.652.6449
[email protected]
www.painfree-kauai.com


Second-generation integrative healthcare practitioner with nearly 20 years of clinical experience. Licensed since 2007. Founder, CEO, and Chief Medical Officer of Pain Free Kauai. International lecturer, educator, author, and functional medicine consultant specializing in acupuncture, laser therapy, functional and herbal medicine, sports performance, and mitochondrial optimization for health and longevity.


Clinical Specialties

Acupuncture • Laser Therapy • Functional & Herbal Medicine • Sports Medicine & Performance
Corrective Exercise & Postural Rehabilitation • Myofascial Systems • Neurology
Lymphatics • Breathwork • Natural Pain Management • Movement Optimization


Credentials & Licensure

  • Doctor of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine (DACM)
  • Licensed Acupuncturist & Herbalist – Hawaii
  • Second-Generation Doctor & Natural Healthcare Specialist
  • Hawaiian Ocean Safety Certified | Tow-In Surf & Rescue Certified

Education & Advanced Training

  • Doctorate of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine, Pacific College of Oriental Medicine – 2019
  • MS, Traditional Oriental Medicine, Pacific College – 2007
  • Postgraduate Training:
    • Egoscue University – Postural Alignment Specialist & Instructor
    • Pettibon Institute – Spinal Rehabilitation & Dynamics
    • Bradford Institute – Functional Nutrition Testing & Live Blood Cell Analysis

Leadership & Professional Experience

  • Founder, CEO & Chief Medical Officer – Pain Free Kauai (2011–Present)
  • Advisory Board Member – Hawaii Acupuncture Medicine Association
  • Advisory Board Member – Beautifully Flawed Foundation (Bethany Hamilton Foundation)
  • Functional Medicine Consultant – Xymogen
  • Scientific Advisor & Product Formulator – KonaRed
  • Medical Volunteer – Tavarua, Fiji

Teaching & Academic Roles

  • Affiliate Instructor & Curriculum Developer – Egoscue University (2007–2016)
  • Developed and taught 25+ post-secondary and CE courses in posture, movement, corrective exercise, and functional performance
  • Instructor for seminars, certifications, workshops, study groups, and mentoring programs

Lectures & Conferences (Selected)

Pacific Symposium (2019–2025) • American Chiropractic, Acupuncture, Spa & Massage Conferences
Laser Expo Asheville • International Symposium of Integrative Medicine (Italy)
Dozens of national webinars, podcasts, and CE programs on laser therapy, neurology, posture, and mitochondrial health


Film & Media Appearances

  • Unstoppable: The Bethany Hamilton Story – Sports Medicine & Acupuncture Consultant
  • Soul Surfer (Sony Pictures) – Athletic Training Feature

Publications & Authorship

  • Body and Soul (co-author with Bethany Hamilton)
  • Regular contributor to Acupuncture Today, American Fitness Magazine, Wall Street Journal, and wellness journals
  • Author of numerous articles on laser therapy, pain management, performance, and longevity

Community & Service

Environmental advocate with a passion for ocean safety, conservation, and education. Leader and healthcare director for multiple retreats, athletic events, and nonprofit initiatives.

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CEU

12 CEs Applied: NWHSU and NCCAOM

States Applied for: TX, OK, NM, LA, AR

*Northwestern Health Sciences University (NWHSU) applies for CE Hours to the chiropractic state licensing boards in states surrounding the seminar location. If you need hours for other states, please contact Erchonia before the seminar at (888) 242-0571.  Certain restrictions apply.  *$100 extra for CEs (if needed).  Transcripts are sent out by email approximately 2 months after seminar completion.  If you need a copy sooner, please contact Erchonia directly at (888) 242-0571. If you need a copy of your CEs after 2 months of the seminar completion, please reach out to NWHSU at (952) 885-5446.  Please visit NWHSU’s FAQs for your CE Questions.