VocalDisorders.org - Giving a voice to the voiceless... (Voice Disorders http://vocaldisorders.org Information to help the day-to-day lives of those impacted by conditions resulting in limited or no voice! YOU MATTER! Thu, 03 Jan 2013 14:43:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5 [Diagnosis] What is Vocal Fold Paresis / Vocal Fold Paralysis? http://vocaldisorders.org/vocalfoldparalysis/ http://vocaldisorders.org/vocalfoldparalysis/#comments Sun, 30 Dec 2012 02:10:45 +0000 Andrea Hardaway http://vocaldisorders.org/?p=308 Definition: Vocal Fold Paresis / Vocal Fold Paralysis is a vocal disorder where the vocal fold(s) don’t open or close properly due to abnormal nerve input to the voice box muscles (laryngeal muscles).  The nerves involved in the tensing and opening of vocal folds are the superior laryngeal nerve (SLN) and the recurrent laryngeal nerve (RLN), [...]

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]]> http://vocaldisorders.org/vocalfoldparalysis/feed/ 0 [Diagnosis] What is Spasmodic Dysphonia? http://vocaldisorders.org/spasmodicdsphonia/ http://vocaldisorders.org/spasmodicdsphonia/#comments Sat, 29 Dec 2012 18:04:22 +0000 Andrea Hardaway http://vocaldisorders.org/?p=303 Spasmodic dysphonia (SD) is a vocal disorder where involuntary movements (spasms) of the muscles inside of the vocal folds (larynx) occur during speech.  This interferes with the production of voice; causing breaks in the voice and also resulting in strained speech. Also referred to as: Laryngeal Dystonia Strangled voice Various Types: Adductor spasmodic dysphonia (ADSD):  [...]

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]]> http://vocaldisorders.org/spasmodicdsphonia/feed/ 0 How to Finally Make Vocal Exercises a Part of Your Day http://vocaldisorders.org/how-to-finally-make-vocal-exercises-a-part-of-your-day/ http://vocaldisorders.org/how-to-finally-make-vocal-exercises-a-part-of-your-day/#comments Sun, 01 Apr 2012 22:40:48 +0000 Andrea Hardaway http://vocaldisorders.org/?p=259 Are you having trouble getting motivated to practice your vocal exercises?  Andrea Hardaway shares some practical things you can do to help you get motivated to make those exercises a part of your daily routine.  

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]]> http://vocaldisorders.org/how-to-finally-make-vocal-exercises-a-part-of-your-day/feed/ 1 How to Accomplish Your Vocal Health Goals http://vocaldisorders.org/how-to-accomplish-your-vocal-health-goals/ http://vocaldisorders.org/how-to-accomplish-your-vocal-health-goals/#comments Sat, 31 Mar 2012 11:21:31 +0000 Andrea Hardaway http://vocaldisorders.org/?p=225 Last week, my little dog (Princess)  fixed her eyes on a squirrel which had stalled on a tree.  She charged towards the tree, in full pursuit of the squirrel.  Initially, I don’t think she realized the tree was surrounded by a hedge of bushes.  However, once she did, she was too focused on the squirrel [...]

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]]> http://vocaldisorders.org/how-to-accomplish-your-vocal-health-goals/feed/ 0 All Voices Matter on VoiceMatters.net! http://vocaldisorders.org/voicemattersnewsletter-3-4-2012/ http://vocaldisorders.org/voicemattersnewsletter-3-4-2012/#comments Mon, 05 Mar 2012 02:16:42 +0000 Andrea Hardaway http://vocaldisorders.org/?p=202 There’s been lots of discussion on VoiceMatters.net in the past couple of weeks.  Thank you for your comments, contributions, and messages.EXPRESS YOURSELF:I’ve always found creative expression to be a wonderful way of sharing.  Here is a poem, written by Louise Bale, Please feel free to share your thoughts… Lost for Words  Words should tumble like a waterfall, roll easy [...]

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]]> http://vocaldisorders.org/voicemattersnewsletter-3-4-2012/feed/ 0 How to Talk with Someone with a Vocal Disorder http://vocaldisorders.org/how-to-talk-with-someone-with-a-vocal-disorder/ http://vocaldisorders.org/how-to-talk-with-someone-with-a-vocal-disorder/#comments Sat, 04 Feb 2012 15:21:45 +0000 Andrea Hardaway http://vocaldisorders.org/?p=168 Limited voice and vocal disorders do not have to be a barrier to having productive, engaging conversations.  When you are talking to someone with a voice disorder, there are several things you can do to help make the discussion better for everyone involved.  Here are some things you should know about how to talk to [...]

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]]> http://vocaldisorders.org/how-to-talk-with-someone-with-a-vocal-disorder/feed/ 2 How to Deal with Bad Advice About Your Vocal Disorder http://vocaldisorders.org/how-to-deal-with-vocal-disorder-advice/ http://vocaldisorders.org/how-to-deal-with-vocal-disorder-advice/#comments Sun, 25 Dec 2011 17:06:41 +0000 Andrea Hardaway http://vocaldisorders.org/?p=158 “Can’t you just clear your throat?”   Many of you who deal with vocal disorders have probably, at one time or another, been frustrated by the advice that comes from those closest to you (a family member, co-worker, close friend, spouse, etc…). You’ve heard your share of comments like: — “Maybe you should try some [...]

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]]> http://vocaldisorders.org/how-to-deal-with-vocal-disorder-advice/feed/ 0 Vocal Disorders: How to Avoid Automated Phone Systems http://vocaldisorders.org/how-to-avoid-automated-phone-systems/ http://vocaldisorders.org/how-to-avoid-automated-phone-systems/#comments Sun, 25 Dec 2011 17:03:02 +0000 Andrea Hardaway http://vocaldisorders.org/?p=156 Do Automated Phone Systems scare you? Many people with vocal disorders are frustrated with automated phone systems.  Believe me, I understand.  Even those without vocal disorders have had their share of frustration with the systems that will not let you get past help unless you are able to “Say 1″ or “Say your name”.  ARGH!!!! [...]

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]]> http://vocaldisorders.org/how-to-avoid-automated-phone-systems/feed/ 0 Vocal Disorders: How to Be HEARD this Holiday Season! http://vocaldisorders.org/how-to-be-heard-this-holiday-season/ http://vocaldisorders.org/how-to-be-heard-this-holiday-season/#comments Sun, 25 Dec 2011 16:59:13 +0000 Andrea Hardaway http://vocaldisorders.org/?p=153 This is the time of year where people all over the world are celebrating holidays and preparing to bring in the New Year.  It can be a very exciting time of the year!  You spend lots of time with great friends and family. There is good food and parties… gifts, and just lots of excitement. [...]

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