# Esophageal Manometry --- **Esophageal manometry** is a [[diagnostic]] test used to determine the health and function of the [[esophagus]]. During the procedure, someone sends a tube through the nose and down the esophagus. Then the person swallows a bunch and the tube can measure the speed, strength and pattern of muscle movements. ![[esophageal manometry.png]] This test can be used to diagnose conditions such as: - [[hiatal hernia]] - [[achalasia]] - [[esophageal diverticulum]] ___