Neck tension and singing

Neck tension and singing We have all experienced neck pain or stiffness from time to time, but what can this do to our voice? Generally neck pain or stiffness will make it difficult to move our neck due to restriction in movement due to stiffness or pain causing apprehension and restriction. The most common areas […]

What is Laryngeal Manual Therapy (LMT)?

What is Laryngeal Manual Therapy (LMT)? Ultimately, Laryngeal Manual Therapy (LMT) is a form of manual therapy aimed at mobilising the voice box or larynx and the surrounding tissues that control the movement of the larynx. It is a form of treatment used by professional voice users such as actors and singers to maintain freedom […]

Vocal Heath Tips!!!!

Vocal Heath Tips!!!!  1. Stay hydrated. Why is this important? When you are under hydrated the vocal folds will also have less hydration than they need, so a well hydrated person will have well hydrated vocal folds. If the vocal folds are not hydrated then the protective mucosal lining of the folds is compromised meaning […]

What is muscle tension dysphonia MTD

What is muscle tension dysphonia MTD Muscle tension dysphonia is one of the most common types of vocal disorder, in which the muscles of the the neck which help to support the larynx or voice box become too tight, resulting in the larynx not being able to move efficiently. This can sometimes be described as […]