Vocal aging
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Bibliographic Information
Vocal aging
Singular Thomson Learning, c2001
- : soft cover
Available at 2 libraries
Note
Includes bibliographical references and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
The state-of-the-art of what is known about normal and pathological aspects of the aging voice is finally available in one richly referenced volume. Diagnosis and treatment of voice problems in the elderly are detailed, based on a description of normal voice changes with aging. Clinicians and diagnosticians are provided information to determine the difference between healthy and unhealthy voice changes. (KEYWORDS: Voice, Aging, Gerentology, Vocal, Aged)
Table of Contents
Theories of Aging. Aging of the Respiratory System. Aging of the Larynx. Aging of the Supralaryngeal System. Neuromuscular Control of Voice and Aging. Aging and Speech Breathing. Aging and Vocal Fold Function. Aging and Articulation. Aging and Speaking Rate. Acoustic Aspects of Aging Voice. Listeners" Perceptions of the Aging Voice. The Aging Voice: Normal Changes or Disease? The Aging Professional Voice. The Aging Voice: Pharmacological Effects. The Aging Voice: Endocrine Effects. Surgical Care for Voice Problems of the Elderly. Voice Therapy for the Elderly Patient: Special Considerations. Index.
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