Voice therapy
Voice Therapy
Voice Therapy (pronunciation: /vɔɪs θɛrəpi/) is a therapeutic approach designed to improve or modify the human voice.
Etymology
The term "Voice Therapy" is derived from the Latin word vox, meaning "voice", and the Greek word therapeia, meaning "healing".
Definition
Voice Therapy is a specialized field of Speech-Language Pathology that involves the diagnosis and treatment of voice disorders. It is a non-surgical approach that aims to improve or restore the individual's voice to its optimal function.
Types of Voice Therapy
There are several types of Voice Therapy, including:
- Vocal Hygiene: This involves educating the patient about healthy voice habits and lifestyle changes that can improve vocal health.
- Vocal Function Exercises: These are specific exercises designed to strengthen the vocal cords and improve voice quality.
- Resonant Voice Therapy: This therapy focuses on improving vocal resonance and reducing strain on the vocal cords.
- Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT): This is a specific type of voice therapy designed for individuals with Parkinson's disease.
Related Terms
- Vocal Cord: The two bands of smooth muscle tissue found in the larynx (voice box) that vibrate to produce sound.
- Larynx: Also known as the voice box, it is the part of the throat that contains the vocal cords.
- Speech-Language Pathologist: A professional who diagnoses and treats disorders related to speech, language, and voice.
- Phonation: The process of producing vocal sound by the vibration of the vocal folds.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Voice therapy
- Wikipedia's article - Voice therapy
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