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Understanding Performers' Perspectives on Access to Care and Support for Voice Injuries: A Survey Study.
Christine Murphy Estes1, Amanda Flynn2, Christine M Clark3
1Voice and Swallowing Program, Westchester Medical Center; Westchester Institute for Human Development Speech and Hearing Center; Institute of Public Health, New York Medical College, Valhalla, New York.
Summary
Performers with voice injuries need better preventive education and support. Increased awareness and open communication are key to improving care access and outcomes for vocal artists.
Area of Science:
- Vocal health
- Performing arts medicine
- Health services research
Background:
- Performers have a higher risk of voice injury and impairment than non-performers.
- Understanding factors influencing performer support is crucial for improving outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore performers' perspectives on accessing care for voice injuries.
- To identify barriers and facilitators to seeking and adhering to voice care.
Main Methods:
- Anonymous online survey distributed to 151 performers with a history of voice injury.
- Inquiries focused on "red flag" awareness, care access, treatment adherence, and communication comfort.
- Responses analyzed considering clinicodemographic factors and care aspects.
Main Results:
- Most performers sought care from otolaryngologists or voice teachers.
- High treatment adherence (87.16%) was linked to symptom resolution, with financial and scheduling issues as barriers.
- Awareness of "red flags" was high, but access to voice care resources and management support was moderate to low.
- Performers desired more preventive education and were more comfortable discussing injuries if working with voice teachers.
Conclusions:
- Increased preventive education is vital to reduce stigma and foster support for performers with voice injuries.
- Voice professionals play a key role in advocating for and providing robust support systems.
- Addressing barriers like cost and scheduling can improve care access and adherence for vocal artists.
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