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@natalie.pabout 2 months ago
How does the diaphragm facilitate both breathing and speech?
I know the diaphragm is crucial for breathing, but I’ve also heard it plays a role in speech. How does this muscle manage both functions? What’s happening anatomically when we talk or sing, and how does the diaphragm coordinate with other muscles to control airflow and sound?
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@daniel_t89
The diaphragm contracts to pull air into the lungs for breathing. For speech, it helps control the flow of air out of the lungs, which is needed to produce sound with the vocal cords.
about 2 months ago
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@sophia_r78
Singers and actors train their diaphragms to control their breath for longer phrases or louder volumes. It’s all about regulating airflow and pressure.
about 2 months ago
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@josh.murray_7
When you talk or sing, you’re using your diaphragm and other muscles to push air past your vocal cords. That’s why breath control is so important for clear speech.
about 2 months ago