Voice Production & Pathology 101 Speaker: Erin Walsh, MA, CCC-SLP
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How does it work? Bernoulli effect
Breath for voice
Sound filtering Resonance
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What’s normal
Development of voice
Puberty changes
Normal measures of voice function Maximum phonation time = S/Z Ratio = Pitch range = Speaking range (male) = (female) =
When things go wrong…
Vocal Nodules
Polyp(s)
Cyst
Hemorrhage
Granuloma
Papilloma
Cancer
Reflux
Spasmodic Dysphonia
Tremor
Paralysis
Seeking medical help ENT Speech pathologist
Prognosis
Prevention
Voice technique fundamentals
Vocal hygiene Medications Humidifier
Controlling reflux
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