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Prevalence and Risk Factors for Voice Problems Among Soccer Coaches.
1Faculty of Arts, Psychology and Theology, Åbo Akademi University, Åbo, Finland.
Journal of Voice : Official Journal of the Voice Foundation
|March 20, 2016
Summary
Soccer coaches experience a high prevalence of voice problems, with over 28% reporting frequent vocal symptoms. Risk factors include vocally demanding occupations, chronic rhinitis, and stress, highlighting the need for voice care education.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Speech Science
- Sports Medicine
Background:
- Voice problems are prevalent in various occupations requiring heavy voice use.
- Research on voice problems in sports coaches is limited despite their vocally demanding roles.
- Soccer coaches represent an understudied occupational group at risk for voice disorders.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of voice problems among soccer coaches.
- To identify occupational and health-related risk factors associated with voice problems in this population.
- To inform targeted interventions and educational programs for sports coaches.
Main Methods:
- A web-based questionnaire was distributed to 500 soccer coaches.
- Data were collected from 109 male soccer coaches regarding vocal symptoms, environmental, and health factors.
- Prevalence of six specific vocal symptoms and potential influencing factors were investigated.
Main Results:
- A high prevalence of voice problems was observed, with 28.4% reporting two or more frequent vocal symptoms.
- The most common symptoms included throat clearing/coughing and hoarseness.
- Vocally demanding main occupations, chronic rhinitis, and stress were significantly associated with increased risk of voice problems.
Conclusions:
- Soccer coaches face a significant burden of voice problems due to their occupation.
- Increased awareness and education on voice ergonomics are crucial for soccer coaches.
- Integrating voice care into coaching education is essential to mitigate occupational voice risks.
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