The Mechanical Trap of the Hiatal Diaphragm
The esophagus passes through an opening in the diaphragm (the esophageal hiatus) before entering the stomach. When chronic emotional stress or shallow breathing causes the diaphragm muscle to cramp, it spasms against the lower esophageal sphincter, forcing acid upward into the throat.
The Plantar Diaphragm Line Reflexology Technique
A prominent horizontal line runs directly across the sole beneath the ball of the foot, representing the respiratory diaphragm. Dr. Mehraj uses deep, stretching thumb strokes along this line to release chronic diaphragm contractures, allowing the stomach to settle back down into its natural anatomical position.
Doctor's Advice: Never Lie Down Immediately After Meals
Allow at least 2.5 hours between dinner and bedtime. Relaxing your diaphragm through foot reflexology keeps stomach acid where it belongs: breaking down your food safely.
Sleeping Flat Without Nighttime Burning
Patients can finally sleep comfortably flat in bed without propping themselves up on multiple pillows, enjoying deep rest free of chest burning and sour regurgitation.
Consult Dr. M. Mehraj Abdullah at Balance & Bliss Madurai
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