Why Does My Neck Visibly Bulge Out When I Blow Hard Into a Wind Instrument?
1. Introduction A visible neck bulge while blowing into a wind instrument is primarily caused by the significant elevation of intraoral and intrathoracic pressure obstructing normal venous return, which distends the external jugular vein. Additionally, this pressure can forcefully expand the platysma muscle and the pharyngeal walls. While usually a benign physiological response to high … Read more