Abstract
A protocol is presented for use by the speech-language pathologist in conducting a physical examination of the diaphragm. Five clusters of performance activities are used to reveal the nature and degree of possible diaphragm dysfunction. A worksheet is offered to guide the examiner.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 37-42 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | American journal of speech-language pathology |
Volume | 7 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Nov 1998 |
Keywords
- Diaphragm
- Physical examination
- Protocol
- Worksheet
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Otorhinolaryngology
- Developmental and Educational Psychology
- Linguistics and Language
- Speech and Hearing