Short-Term Effects of Four Common Semioccluded Vocal Tract Exercises in Primary Muscle Tension Dysphonia: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Key Points

• Muscle tension dysphonia showed notable improvement following vocal tract exercises.
• The exercises impacted the vocal cords significantly within a short timeframe of assessment.
• Randomized controlled trial analysis encompassed four common semioccluded vocal tract exercises for therapy.
• Findings suggest potential benefits of incorporating these exercises in standard voice therapy protocols.