Electrophysiological relationship between the nose and the hyoid bone complex

Abstract

Objectives: The hyoid bone of the humans hangs in the upper part of the neck. It is connected to the styloid process via the stylohyoid ligament. The bottom edge of the hyoid bone the larynx is attached to the thyrohyoid ligament. In turn, the larynx is connected with the trachea, bronchi and lungs. These structures constitute a complex that is called the Hyoid Bone Complex (HBC). Regulating the respiration HBC operates various human actions such as drinking, laughing, singing, swallowing, vomiting-crying and breathing Upper movements of the HBC inhibit respiration whereas lower movements accelerate respiration.