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valsalva maneuver - Definition: (Source: MedicineNet)

Valsalva maneuver: A maneuver in which a person tries to exhale forcibly with a closed glottis (the windpipe) so that no air exits through the mouth or nose as, for example, in strenuous coughing, straining during a bowel movement, or lifting a heavy weight. The Valsalva maneuver impedes the return of venous blood to the heart. ...
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Further Reading on valsalva maneuver
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    Atrial fibrillation is the most common type of supraventricular tachycardia . For information on this condition , see the topic ...may teach you how to perform vagal maneuvers , such as the Valsalva ...
  • Supraventricular Tachycardia - Treatment Overview ( WebMD )
    Supraventricular tachycardia is usually treated if : You have symptoms such as dizziness , chest pain , or fainting ( syncope ) that are ...and cause symptoms, you can try vagal maneuvers -such as gagging,
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  • Doppler Ultrasound ( WebMD )
    A Doppler ultrasound test uses reflected sound waves to evaluate blood as it flows through a blood ...skin to help detect a clot in the vein (called a compression maneuver ). The examiner may do this...
  • Medical history and physical exam for a herniated disc ( WebMD )
    During the first visit to your health professional for a possible herniated disc , you will be asked about your medical history ,...high in the lumbar region (lower back) is irritated. Valsalva maneuver .


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