Which phase or phases of the swallowing process are voluntary?

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2026-08-19 06:00

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Yes and no. The initial phases of swallowing are under voluntary control, but swallowing takes several different muscles to act in a synchronized way and after initiation of the swallow, the later phases are automatic and not voluntary.

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