January - 2018

Respiratory Dysphagia in COPD

Respiratory Dysphagia occurs in COPD, Emphysema, Chronic Bronchitis and Asthma because there is loss of the coordination of respiration...

COPD, Emphysema & Chronic Bronchitis

It is predicted that Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) will become the fourth leading cause of death worldwide within the next...

The Aging Respiratory System

The aging Respiratory System is characterized by a progressive reduction in physiologic capacity, changes in respiratory mechanics,...

Chest Wall Compliance

Chest wall compliance is defined as the dimension of change that occurs during respiration. During healthy adult respiration the lungs...

The Muscles of Respiration (Abridged)

The muscles of the oral cavity, pharynx and larynx as well as the structure of the glottis and the protection of the airway via the vocal...

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