New Member of the Scientific Advisory Board

Dr. Barkmeier-Kraemer has had an interest in spasmodic dysphonia for many years. However, she is an exciting addition to the NSDA Scientific Advisory Board because of her work with vocal tremor patients. We asked Dr. Barkmeier-Kraemer why she decided to join the NSDA Scientific Advisory Board.

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Fiscal Information

Our commitment is to you...our community. As a nonprofit organization, we appreciate the support of every donor and provide this information to ensure that we are operating with transparency. The…

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Our History

A History of research, education, awareness and support In 1989, the National Spasmodic Dysphonia Association was created through the passionate commitment of a small group of patient advocates and medical…

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Managing Stress

Stress management is key to avoiding increased symptoms when living with a voice condition Stress affects us all and can have many adverse side effects. For a person with a…

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Workplace giving

For Employees Participating in the charitable giving campaign sponsored by your employer is easy.  Simply sign up to make a contribution by directing a portion of your paycheck to Dysphonia…

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Laryngeal Vibration for Spasmodic Dysphonia (SD-VTS)

NOW RECRUITING | Laryngeal Vibration for Spasmodic Dysphonia (SD-VTS) Vibro-tactile stimulation – A novel behavioral therapyVibro-tactile stimulation (VTS) is a non-invasive neuromodulation technique that our laboratory developed for people with…

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