ASHA: Spasmodic Dysphonia
A consumer-oriented SD primer, focusing on the characteristics, diagnosis, and treatment of the condition. Published by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
Dextromethorphan to Treat Patients with Voice Spasms
A Maryland-based clinical study comparing the effects of dextromethorphan, lorazepam, and placebo in individuals with spasmodic dysphonia, muscular tension dysphonia, or vocal trem…
eMedicine - Spasmodic Dysphonia
Peer-reviewed article on the medical and surgical management of SD, co-authored by Darius Bliznikas, MD and Soly Baredes, MD.
I Have Spasmodic Dysphonia
Lani Estepa's personal story, accompanied by links to SD support organizations.
National Spasmodic Dysphonia Association
Resources for patients and professionals, including multimedia demonstrations of SD, descriptions of available therapies, information on a financial-assistance program for patien…
Neurological Concomitants in Spasmodic Dysphonia
Review of neurological conditions that may accompany Spasmodic Dysphonia, with background information on the differential diagnosis and treatment of SD. Authored by Lyn Dee Harrels…
NORD: Spasmodic Dysphonia
Abstracted version of a report from National Organization for Rare Disorders database. Features include a general description of SD, listings for support organizations, a link to i…
Spasmodic Dysphonia Exercises and Background
Supportive resource, created and maintained by an individual who has had SD for more than 10 years. Personal perspectives on recovery are featured.
Using Acupuncture to Treat Spasmodic Dysphonia
Overview of an alternative therapy for adductor SD. Prepared by Calm Spirit Oriental Medicine.
Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center: Spasmodic Dysphonia
Overview describing the two main forms of SD and a third, compensatory form, "chronically tight," which is recognized by the Nashville-based treatment center. Links to specific tre…
Voice Doctor
California-based practice specializing in "Direct Voice Rehabilitation" as an alternative approach to SD.
Voiceproblem.org: Spasmodic Dysphonia
Five-page guide to SD, authored by specialists in the treatment of vocal disorders. Fundamental SD concepts are introduced and details concerning symptoms, diagnosis and treatment …
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