Voice Issues / Sickness / Medical Advice

NOLAMOM
Fri, 30 Nov 2007 20:10:02 +0000

Dearabby,
I am assuming that your student has been seen by a speech pathologist. If so, maybe you could contact her speech pathologist and you could work together. If your student has not been evaluated by a speech pathologist (one who specializes in voice), encourage her to do so. Many facotors other than singing can lead to nodes. A speech pathology evaluation will determine exactly what vocal issues need to be addressed (speaking patterns/habits etc).
I agree with MTgrlsmom that you should PM coach C. She is a vocal coach and she has masters degree in speech pathology. In the meantime these websites may be helpful: [University of Pittsburgh Voice Center, Frequently Asked Questions, UPMC | University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA, USA](Voice Center Services| UPMC) and [University of Pittsburgh Voice Center, Voice Care Tips, UPMC | University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA, USA](Voice Center Services| UPMC).
I am a speech pathologist (voice is not my specialty) and I have never heard of anyone that has been placed on vocal rest for a year! Did her nodes go away completely after the year of rest? Your student must be VERY dedicated! Most people have trouble being on vocal rest for 6 weeks. I wish I had more information for you! Good luck to you and your student, she is lucky tohave such a dedicated voice coach!