This condition can cause sharp chest pain, particularly during breathing, that may be felt under or around the left rib cage due to the location of the affected pleura.

Overemphasizing belly movement can inhibit proper rib cage expansion and diaphragm mechanics over time. Try taking a few more breaths, directing your breath into the lung space under your lower ribs.

A healthy individual breathes naturally using primary respiratory muscles (e.g., diaphragm muscle) that produce a rhythmic observable movement of the upper rib cage, lower rib cage, and abdomen.

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The slight expansion of your abdomen is the result of increased intra-abdominal pressure, not air filling your belly. Overemphasizing belly movement can inhibit proper rib cage expansion and diaphragm ...

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