Care of the Professional Voice, Parts I and II (2 DVDs)

CARE OF THE PROFESSIONAL VOICE (parts I and II)
Robert T. Sataloff, M.D., D.M.A.

This is a didactic slide lecture geared toward physicians, voice therapists, and voice teachers which gives the groundwork for a correct diagnostic and treatment procedure in the evaluation of singers.

Part I:

Dr. Sataloff begins by providing an in-depth description of the anatomy of the vocal mechanism and the vocal folds. Then he presents and elaborates upon a comprehensive list of what should be taken in the patient's medical history:

1. Gives examples of breathing technique in order for correct support assessment
2. Presents the results of vocal aging and the value of the rehabilitative process
3. Stresses the importance of separating acute and chronic problems and their associated illnesses
4. Enumerates the common types of vocal complaints and their various etiologies
5. Indicates the importance of obtaining a correct past training and professional singing history; schedule of physical/vocal exercises and warm-up exercises
6. Lists the common patterns and causes of voice abuse
7. The importance and effectiveness of a proper weight loss program
8. Enumerates medical conditions which may manifest as vocal problems
9. Describes the symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux laryngitis
10. Describes the effects of hormonal imbalances
11. The importance of screening for heavy weight loss
12. The effects of stress and anxiety
13. Exposure to irritants
14. The effects of various drugs
15. The consumption of certain foods before singing
16. Obtaining a surgical history and the potential vocal complications of surgery

Part II:

Dr. Sataloff continues his in-depth discussion:

1. Components of the physical examination
   1. Complete ENT examination
   2. Comprehensive voice examination and the value of stroboscopic assessment
   3. General and neurotological examination, as indicated
2. Common organic problems, pulmonary disease, allergy, and their treatment
3. Consequences of voice rest
4. The importance of understanding the skills and training of a singer
5. Treatment with various types of drugs
6. Treatment of serious voice abuse
7. Treatment of vocal fold hemorrhage, laryngeal trauma, spasmodic dysphonia, and laryngeal cancer
   

August 2006.
DVD - Color and Sound (1993)
Approximately 1 hr. 25 min. (Part I)
Approximately 1 hr. (Part II)