diaphragmatic
/ˌdaɪəfræɡˈmætɪk/
adjective
- Relating to the diaphragm, the dome-shaped muscle that separates the chest from the abdomen and helps with breathing.
- She felt a sharp diaphragmatic pain after running too fast.
- The doctor explained that diaphragmatic breathing can help reduce stress.
- Yoga often focuses on diaphragmatic movements to improve lung capacity.