Understanding Spasmodic Dysphonia: What It Is and How Voice Therapy Can Help

Spasmodic dysphonia is a condition I’m hearing more and more questions about. People often email describing their symptoms and wondering: “Could this be spasmodic dysphonia?” It’s a valid question, but the answer isn’t always straightforward. What Is Spasmodic Dysphonia? Spasmodic dysphonia is a type of laryngeal dystonia, which means there are involuntary spasms in the muscles of the larynx. These … Read More

What is Muscle Tension Dysphonia?

Muscle tension dysphonia is a commonly used term amongst ENT (Ear Nose & Throat) consultants / Otoloryngologists and voice specialist Speech & Language Therapists. It is often used as an umbrella term encompassing vocal hoarseness or voice difficulty relating to vocal strain.