“The application of cricoid pressure compensates for decreased UES tone by compressing the proximal esophageal lumen between the cricoid cartilage and the cervical vertebrae.”

“Sample exhibitors included Palladium, Sperry Topsiders, K-Swiss, Hunter Boots, Lacoste, UES, Superga, K-Swiss and Fossil.”

“This is due to the UES moving completely off the sensor as it moves orad with the swallow.”