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Kristie Knickerbocker1, Cara Bryan2, Aaron Ziegler3
1A Tempo Voice Center, LLC.
Seminars in Speech and Language
|February 17, 2021
Summary
Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) rapidly shifted to online services during COVID-19. This article explores risks to SLPs' vocal health in telepractice and suggests prevention strategies for maintaining voice function.
Area of Science:
- Speech-language pathology
- Telehealth
- Occupational health
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic necessitated a rapid transition to synchronous telepractice for speech-language pathologists (SLPs).
- Many SLPs lacked prior training in telepractice, moving from in-person to online service delivery.
- The telepractice environment may negatively impact SLPs' vocal behaviors and communication, potentially leading to voice problems.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify factors contributing to phonogenic voice problems in SLPs using synchronous telepractice.
- To propose prevention strategies for maintaining vocal health and function during online clinical service delivery.
Main Methods:
- Utilized the Haddon Matrix and Haddon Countermeasures frameworks.
- Reviewed potential risk factors associated with voice strain in the telepractice setting.
- Synthesized information to propose preventative measures.
Main Results:
- The shift to telepractice presents unique challenges to SLPs' vocal health.
- Specific environmental and interactive factors in online settings can increase the risk of voice disorders.
- Proactive strategies are necessary to mitigate these risks.
Conclusions:
- SLPs require targeted strategies to protect their voices while providing synchronous online services.
- Implementing preventative measures is crucial for the long-term vocal health of SLPs in telepractice.
- Further research may be needed to validate specific interventions for vocal health in telepractice.
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