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What is the name of the muscular under the lungs that helps control the expansion and contraction of the lungs?

The diaphragm


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A hiccup is the movement of the diaphragm. The diaphragm is in the thoracic cavity just under the lungs. This organ helps to squeeze the lungs when you exhale in order to get all the air out of the lungs. Holding your breath causes the diaphragm to move downward and stop this movement. Hope this helps A RN in NJ


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Dose The diaphragm separates the brain and spinal cord?

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