Laryngeal musculature

The laryngeal musculature consists of muscles that control the vocal cords and the voice box. These muscles adjust the tension, length, and position of the vocal cords, enabling speaking, singing, and breathing. Some muscles open the vocal cords to allow air in for breathing, while others close or tighten them to generate sound or protect the airway during swallowing. The precise coordination of these muscles is essential for voice production, airway protection, and respiration, making the larynx a complex and vital part of the respiratory and vocal systems.