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Muscles Tidal Restful Breathing?  Diaphragm Contracts Flatten Lungs

For tidal (restful) breathing, the diaphragm contracts and flattens, and the parasternal/external intercostal muscles lift and flare the rib cage.

Para la respiración tidal (en reposo), el diafragma se contrae y aplana, y los músculos paraesternales/intercostales externos elevan y ensanchan la caja torácica.

Front What muscles are used for tidal (restful) breathing? 
Back 1. Diaphragm contracts to flatten (lungs expand)
2. Parasternal/external intercostals raise & flare rib cage

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