Voice Therapy
Voice problems have multiple causes, including upper respiratory infection, inflammation from acid reflux, vocal overuse, laryngeal cancer, and neuromuscular diseases such as spasmodic dysphonia, vocal cord paralysis, Parkinson’s disease, stroke, Lou Gehrig’s disease and multiple sclerosis. Psychological trauma can also result in vocal problems, as can excessive smoking or drinking. Some disorders occur with no apparent cause. Many voice disorders are reversible and can be treated if diagnosed early.
