Manual evaluation of the diaphragm muscle

The respiratory diaphragm is the most important muscle for breathing. It contributes to various processes such as expectoration, vomiting, swallowing, urination, and defecation. It facilitates the venous and lymphatic return and helps viscera located above and below the diaphragm to work properly. I...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Bordoni, Bruno, Marelli, F, Morabito, B, Sacconi, B
Format: Online
Language:English
Published: Dove Medical Press 2016
Online Access:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4993263/