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Voice problems of future speech-language pathologists.
Renee Ogle Gottliebson1, Linda Lee, Barbara Weinrich
1Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Ohio 45267-0379, USA. gottliro@email.uc.edu
Journal of Voice : Official Journal of the Voice Foundation
|September 5, 2006
Summary
Voice problems are prevalent in 12% of future speech-language pathologists (SLPs), similar to teachers but less than education majors. Early identification and voice training are crucial for these students.
Area of Science:
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Otolaryngology
- Voice Science
Background:
- Educator students often have voice disorders before employment.
- No prior studies investigated voice problems in future speech-language pathologists (SLPs).
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence and characteristics of voice problems in first-year graduate SLP students.
- To establish a baseline for voice health in this population.
Main Methods:
- Prospective, nonrandomized survey of 104 first-year graduate SLP students at two universities.
- Utilized the Quick Screen for Voice, followed by a detailed questionnaire and endoscopic examination for indicated cases.
Main Results:
- 14% failed the voice screening; 12% failed both screening and questionnaire.
- Common issues included glottal fry, low pitch, hoarseness, breathiness, strained phonation, and voice breaks.
- One student presented with bilateral vocal nodules upon endoscopic evaluation.
Conclusions:
- Voice problems affect 12% of future SLPs, exceeding general population rates but similar to teachers.
- Findings highlight the need for faculty to identify and address voice issues in SLP students.
- Emphasis on optimal voice use in academic and clinical settings is recommended.
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