This may come out of the blue, but I don't like the name (?) "abdominal breathing".The reason is that when singing, and when ...

Diaphragm spasms feel like twitches in the area between the chest and the abdomen. They can occur with or without pain. Possible causes include an injury, nerve irritation, or a rare condition known ...

A diaphragm (say: die-ah-fram) is a shallow cup made of latex or silicone (see picture 1.) It is used for birth control. Your doctor will measure your vagina to find the right size for your diaphragm.

A bedside diaphragm electrical signal rose more than fourfold as a ventilated toddler recovered from myasthenic weakness, ...

Quick quiz: What do the classic '90s sitcoms Friends, Sex and the City and Seinfeld all have in common (aside from the fact they're set in New York City)? They all feature storylines revolving around ...

Comparison of Bilateral and Unilateral Diaphragmatic Paralysis. Panel A shows how normal diaphragmatic contraction results in an outward motion of the abdomen and rib cage (arrows). Panel B shows how ...

RICHARD E. ALLEN, M.D. When used with a spermicide, the diaphragm can be a more effective barrier contraceptive than the male condom. The diaphragm allows female-controlled contraception. It also ...