phrenic

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Hiccups are caused by the involuntary spasming of the diaphragm, typically as a result of an irritated phrenic nerve.

From BBC • Dec. 28, 2025

After the operation, doctors will assess whether Bolsonaro can undergo an additional procedure: blockage of the phrenic nerve, which controls the diaphragm, for recurrent hiccups, Birolini said.

From Barron's • Dec. 25, 2025

We suspect that gargling and dry sugar both stimulate the phrenic nerve which controls the diaphragm.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 13, 2023

Mr Hucknall, from Wilford, remains under observation after a respiratory consultant found the virus had damaged his lung and the phrenic nerve controlling the diaphragm.

From BBC • Oct. 3, 2021

The phrenic nerve arises from the spinal cord in the upper cervical region and descends through the neck and chest to the diaphragm; it is therefore a special nerve of respiration.

From The Brain and the Voice in Speech and Song by Mott, F. W. (Frederick Walker)