Diaphragm Reflexes of Respiratory System

The diaphragm is a muscular dome-shaped membrane; it separates the chest (thoracic) cavity from the abdomen. It controls the filling and emptying of the lungs. Contraction of the diaphragm muscle; expands the lungs during inhaling (breathing in air). Similarly, expansion of the diaphragm muscle; contracts the lungs during exhale (breathing out air).

How to do reflexology therapy for the diaphragm?
Hold the top of the foot with the left hand; using the right thumb, walk under the metatarsal heads (half-moon shaped diaphragm), from medial to lateral. Repeat four times. Reflexology therapy for diaphragm helps in the treatment of anxiety, stress, and respiratory problems.