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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…

Don't let your voice condition define your self-worth If you look up self-esteem in the dictionary this is what it says, "noun: confidence in one's own worth or abilities; self-respect."…

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…

Vibro-Tactile Stimulation (VTS) is being studied as a future treatment for spasmodic dysphonia Jürgen Konczak, Ph.D Vibro-Tactile Stimulation (VTS) is a non-invasive neuromodulation technique that stimulates the larynx. Using a…

Progression from symptom onset to the diagnosis of spasmodic dysphonia People with spasmodic dysphonia initially notice either a gradual or sudden onset of difficulty in speaking. They may hear breaks…

About Vocal Cord Paralysis Vocal Cord Paralysis (VCP) is impaired movement of the vocal cords caused by an injury to the vagus or recurrent laryngeal nerves that are critical to…

Muscle Tension Dysphonia is different from spasmodic dysphonia but a person can have both conditions Muscle tension dysphonia (MTD) is a condition of extra vocal work and strain. Most of…