Specialty Focus in Treating Voice & Swallowing Disorders

Specialty Services Include:

Videostroboscopy for visualization and assessment of the vocal cords and voice
LSVT-LOUD and SPEAKOUT! programs addressing voice changes related to Parkinson's Disease
Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) including a camera view of swallow function and education on diet recommendations for safety
Myofascial Release addressing treatment of tightness in the mouth and throat after radiation therapy, various surgeries in the head/neck area, and other changes affecting the mouth or throat area
Convenient Tele-Therapy therapy provided over secure, HIPPA-compliant audio-video via smartphone or computer

Transgender/ Gender Affirming Voice & Communication Services helping individuals find their authentic voice through exploration of:
- Pitch
- Resonance
- Gesture / Non-verbal communication
- Articulation
- Intonation / Flow of speech

Treatments for Difficulty Swallowing: Vocal Cord Dysfunction Treatment:

Gender-Spectrum Voice Services at CVH:

What should I expect with Voice Therapy or Swallow Therapy?

Voice

Vocal strain, voice loss
Hoarseness
Vocal fatigue
Nodules, Polyps, Cysts
Muscle Tension Dysphonia
Paradoxical Vocal Fold Motion/ Vocal Cord Dysfunction/ Exercise-Induced Laryngeal Obstruction (abnormal movement of the vocal cords)
Professional voice concerns
Transgender / Gender-affirming Voice & Communication
Paralyzed vocal cords
Laryngopharyngeal Reflux
Neurological conditions inclusive of Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, Cerebral Palsy
Vocal tremor
Chronic cough / Chronic throat clearing
Spasmodic Dysphonia

Swallowing

Coughing with eating/drinking
Aspiration / aspiration pneumonia
Chewing or swallowing difficulty post-radiation or mouth/throat surgery
Difficulty managing saliva
Difficulty chewing or manipulating food in the mouth
Globus sensation (the sensation of something sticking in the throat or a "lump" in the throat)
Difficulty swallowing pills