Rediscovering Your Voice Post-Illness: A Guide to Vocal Recovery

Have you recently battled a cold, cough, flu, chest infection, or even COVID and emerged victorious, only to find your voice hasn’t quite returned to normal? Many people experience this frustration. You wait patiently, hoping for improvement, but eventually it becomes apparent that your voice hasn’t fully recovered. This is a common reason why people seek the expertise of a voice therapist.

The Fear of a Failing Voice A Singer’s Anxiety

This video explores the interplay between muscle tension dysphonia and voice-related anxiety. It delves into the cyclical relationship where anxiety can exacerbate voice issues and vice versa.

The Remarkable Complexity of Our Voices

In this clip, explore the intricacies of the voice and larynx, highlighting how they usually function seamlessly and the discomfort that arises when they don’t.

The Hidden Connection Between Anxiety and Your Voice

Understanding the Impact of Anxiety on Your Voice

In this video, we explore how anxiety can affect the voice, whether it’s due to communication anxiety, social anxiety, or generalized anxiety. We discuss conditions like spasmodic dysphonia, muscle tension dysphonia, and how anxiety can exacerbate these issues. We also offer insights into the physiological and emotional factors that contribute to voice problems and provides strategies for managing anxiety to improve vocal health. Join us to learn about effective release techniques, holistic approaches, and lifestyle adjustments that can help reduce tension and promote a healthier voice.

00:00 Introduction to Anxiety and Voice
00:42 Understanding the Impact of Anxiety on Voice
01:31 The Chicken and Egg Scenario
02:08 Holistic Approaches to Voice Anxiety
02:54 Physical and Emotional Factors
03:16 The Importance of the Larynx
04:27 Treatment and Therapy for Voice Anxiety
05:10 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Most Singers Ignore This, Don’t Make This Vocal Health Mistake

In this clip, I emphasise the importance of taking time to work on voice exercises and incorporating voice rest to help the voice recover. I discuss how some individuals may need to limit their workload or stop performing to maximise recovery benefits, especially when dealing with conditions like vocal nodules.

The Vocal Recovery Plan Singers Often Overlook

In this video, we explore how voice therapy can support singers through vocal crises and changes. Common issues like vocal fatigue, unreliable voice, and difficulty reaching notes are discussed. We emphasise the importance of taking time to rest and focus on voice therapy to address and overcome these issues effectively whilst balancing performanc schedules with the need for vocal rest. Whether you’re a professional or an amateur singer, the insights shared here can help you maintain and improve your vocal health.

00:00 Common Vocal Issues Faced by Singers
00:42 Challenges of Continuing to Perform While in Therapy
01:32 Importance of Rest and Dedicated Time for Recovery
03:20 Balancing Performance Schedules with Therapy
03:45 Long-term Benefits of Vocal Therapy
05:00 Conclusion and Encouragement

Don’t Overlook Vocal Fatigue

In this clip, we discuss the progression of chronic voice issues, the potential development of pathologies like nodules and inflamed vocal cords, and the implications of persistent voice problems despite proper care. Learn why long-term voice issues require thorough investigation and possible different approaches.

The Resilient Voice Recovery with No Direct Injury

This video discusses various conditions affecting the vocal cords, their potential for recovery, and the impact of treatments. Topics include temporary issues like nodules, polyps, cysts, muscle tension, and laryngitis, as well as permanent alterations from surgeries due to cancers or laryngectomies which may necessitate alternative communication methods.