Abstract
Voice disorders are thought to affect approximately one third of all individuals within
the United States during their lifetime. Individuals who require the use of their
voice as part of their occupations are at highest risk for developing voice problems.
Unfortunately, efficient diagnosis and effective management of voice disorders can
be challenged by difficulty accessing professionals with the necessary expertise to
diagnose and treat voice problems efficiently. Within the next decade, technological
advancements show promise for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of intervention
for voice disorders. Exciting developments in laryngeal imaging, modeling of patient-specific
vocal patterns, and implementation of smart mobile technology and telehealth will
greatly improve the accuracy of diagnosing voice problems and enhance implementation
and carryover of effective voice treatment methods to daily communication demands.
Keywords
Voice - voice disorders - evaluation - treatment - technology