12 Home Remedies for Hiccups

5Compress the Chest

While this method has not been scientifically tested, it might be useful in helping you change the position and relieve hiccups. All you need to do is to curl forward and hold this posture for a couple of minutes until it works. Otherwise, try to straighten up the body and breathe deeply or fold up the knees in a fetal posture. A kid could try changing her or his position as well, but do not attempt to compress her or his chest because it might affect the delicate body. [5]

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