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Voice therapy in pediatric functional dysphonia: a prospective study.
Margherita Trani1, Angelo Ghidini, Giuseppe Bergamini
1Policlinico di Modena, Clinica Otorinolaringoiatrica, Via del Pozzo 71, 41100 Modena, Italy. niki.meg@tin.it
International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology
|December 2, 2006
Summary
Voice therapy improved functional dysphonia in children. Motivation and psychological background are key factors for successful treatment outcomes in pediatric voice disorders.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Otolaryngology
- Speech-Language Pathology
Background:
- Functional dysphonia is a common condition affecting children's voices.
- Vocal fold nodules are often associated with functional dysphonia.
- Psychological factors can influence voice disorders in children.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of a specific voice therapy protocol for functional dysphonia in children.
- To assess the impact of vocal counseling alongside voice therapy.
Main Methods:
- Prospective study of 16 children (aged 6-11) with vocal fold nodules.
- Comprehensive phoniatric evaluation including electroacoustical analysis.
- Psychological assessments to explore patient background.
Main Results:
- Significant improvement in Maximum Phonation Time (MPT) post-therapy.
- Overall healing in 43.75% and improvement in 25% of patients.
- No significant changes in other electroacoustical parameters.
Conclusions:
- Voice therapy, combined with vocal counseling, can be effective for pediatric functional dysphonia.
- Patient motivation and psychological background are crucial for treatment success.
- Further research with larger cohorts and long-term follow-up is warranted.
