Find out why do we get hiccups in this funny animation. See exactly what happens inside your chest when things go wrong. We are breaking down the mechanics of those annoying involuntary contractions. Watch as a tiny, mischievous character inside the chest cavity triggers the diaphragm, causing it to spasm and forcing the vocal cords to snap shut. It is a frustrating experience for the muscle, but a great way to understand how these common diaphragm spasms actually work. Learn some fascinating human body facts through this lighthearted look at a recurring, disruptive bodily reflex. Subscribe for more funny medical cartoons, amazing human body facts, and animated science Shorts.
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