KnowraValsalva maneuverLinked fromLinked fromThe 13 pages that link to Valsalva maneuver, each with the reason it gives.All 13Related 10Compared with 3CoughCompared with: Both raise intrathoracic pressure, but a cough releases air through an open glottis.Mammalian diving reflexCompared with: It is another breath-holding-related maneuver, but its pressure effects differ from facial-immersion reflexes.Thoracic diaphragmCompared with: It recruits the diaphragm and abdominal muscles for bracing rather than ordinary airflow.