Tips from the Doc
Top 5 Teas to Support Singers and Vocal Health
There are many remedies and tricks singers and voice professionals use to try to boost their vocal health. Various brands appear regularly on riders and some swear by these elixirs. Is there science to support any of these and their connection to vocal health? Here’s our top teas that can help you keep your vocal cords in great condition.
How Long is Voice Therapy?
Voice therapy is like physical therapy for the voice. When there is injury or an issue with performance, therapy targets the cause and rehabilitates the vocal athlete. So, how long is voice therapy?
Simplifying Straws: A Q&A
Pregnancy & The Voice: How Pregnancy Affects Vocal Health
Is Ibuprofen Safe For Singers?
Days for Girls: Empowering Girls in Kenya to Stay in School
Dr. Reena Gupta Visited Kenya to Speak with Young Kenyan Students Alongside Days For Girls.
Parkinson’s Disease & The Voice
What is Preventative Voice Care?
What is voice therapy?
Voice therapy is a rehabilitation for the voice. Just as physical therapy is done by a physical therapist, voice therapy is done by a voice therapist (a certified speech-language pathologist). It mirrors physical therapy, where gentle exercises and education allow vocal injuries to heal. It also optimizes vocal performance.
The Unheard Struggle: Voice Problems in the World of Professional Speaking
In the world of professional speakers, eloquence and communication skills take center stage. The unsung hero is often the voice that brings words to life. This is never more apparent than when the voice is unhealthy or damaged.
What is the treatment for Muscle Tension Dysphonia?
Muscle Tension Dysphonia is diagnosed when someone uses excessive vocal force or compensatory muscles to voice. This results in hoarseness and voice fatigue. We previously covered causes, symptoms, and treatment options. Here we'll explore steps to reduce muscle tension in your voice and improve your sound.
Vocal Fry in Women: The Impact on Vocal Health… and Career?
Vocal fry is debated constantly in vocal health spaces, with people suggesting it's dangerous, harmful, intentional, unavoidable ... just annoying? Does vocal fry make a woman sound less intelligent? Is vocal fry bad for your voice?
Exploring Muscle Tension Dysphonia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Muscle Tension Dysphonia (MTD) has become a common diagnosis in voice, used when a doctor finds no signs of injury in a patient who has voice symptoms. This 'diagnosis' has led to a lot of confusion and also some stress and trauma as patients struggle to find treatment for their newly diagnosed condition.
Why do I lose my voice when I’m sick?
Discover why singers often lose their voice when sick and how they can recover faster. Learn the factors affecting vocal recovery and how laryngologist guidance can make a difference.
Throat Pain with Speaking and Singing: Am I injured?
Discover the causes of vocal burn in professional voice users and learn how to manage throat pain effectively. Explore strategies to alleviate discomfort, maintain vocal health, and ensure your voice remains a powerful and resilient instrument.