Konica Minolta Healthcare Americas, Inc., is pleased to announce the publication of a case study by clinicians in the pulmonary and radiology departments at ASST Fatebenefratelli Sacco (Milan, Italy) ...

A diaphragm is a safe barrier method of birth control. It works by stopping sperm from entering your uterus. Learn more about how to determine if this contraceptive is right for you. A diaphragm ...

Breathing exercises can help if this isn’t true for your breathing. Diaphragm breathing exercises will help you use your diaphragm correctly. Try to do this technique when you’re feeling ...

Plication of the diaphragm is performed for paralysis or eventration (abnormal elevation/shape) of the diaphragm which can result in breathing difficulties. Diaphragm paralysis is typically due to ...

Relaxed breathing should originate primarily from the diaphragm with little movement of the chest and shoulders. Chest breathing activates "accessory respiratory muscles" that tighten the neck ...

If the diaphragm is largely intact, it can be pulled downward and to prevent upward movement and improve ventilation. On the right side, reconstruction of the diaphragm is sometimes performed with a ...