Tips to prevent voice disorders
Prof Dr. Sanjeev Mohanty
Dr.Mohanty’s Speciality ENT Clinics
Always remain well-hydrated by drinking plenty of water, avoiding extremes of temperature.
- Reduce
the intake of caffeinated beverages and balance that intake with
sufficient water.
- Use
a humidifier particularly if you are staying in dry climates.
- Recommended
humidity of thirty percent in the surroundings is ideal.
- Practice
healthy breathing techniques
- Professional
voice users need to take special care of the respiratory system while
singing and conversing.
- Take
deep breaths from the chest periodically to support the voice and do not
merely rely on the throat for speaking.
- Also,
do breathing control exercises so that the vocal cords do not strain.
- Rest
the voice when you are sick as illness burdens it with extra stress.
Minimize talking, when the voice is hoarse and tired. You must also avoid
using extremes of the vocal ranges.
- Consider
taking voice therapy treatment. The professional support and assistance of
speech-language therapist can tackle voice problems by recommending ways
for healthy voice usage and for
communication.
- Eat
a nutritious diet with plenty of whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables
to protect the mucus membrane of the throat. Avoid spicy foods as they
cause reflux resulting in discomfort due to the backward movement of
stomach acid to the throat. If you experience persistent symptoms of
heartburns, consult the doctor immediately.
- Ensure
that you follow an exercise routine regularly. That helps to boost
stamina, muscle tone and also to maintain good posture and breathing. All
these factors in turn aid proper speaking without pressurizing the vocal
cords.
- For
any specific vocal cord pathology, consult the ENT surgeon for further
definitive management
Thus, a disciplined
lifestyle with a balanced diet, exercise and clean habits can substantially
prevent vocal disorders. Your ENT surgeon will help you, if symptoms are
refractory in nature.
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