Effects of Voice Therapy in Children With Vocal Fold Nodules: A Systematic Review
International Journal of Language & Communication Disorders
Adriaansen, A., Meerschman, I., et al. (2022).
International Journal of Language & Communication Disorders, 57(6), 1160-1193.
This systematic review investigates the effects of voice therapy on objective and subjective vocal outcome measures in children with vocal fold nodules.
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<li><span style="color: #333333;">Lee, L., Packer, T. L., et al. (2008) Self-Management Education Programs for Age-Related Macular Degeneration: A Systematic Review. <em>Australasian Journal on Ageing, 27</em>(4), 170–176. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1741-6612.2008.00298.x</span></li>
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<div>There is some evidence demonstrating that direct and/or indirect voice therapy improved laryngeal function and acoustic, aerodynamic, auditory-perceptual, and patient-reported voice outcomes in children with vocal fold nodules (Level of evidence: Adequate). </div>
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<div>Additional high-quality research is needed to confirm these results.</div>
