Understanding and measuring muscle activity in voice disorders
Functional synergistic perilaryngeal muscle network using synchronized multi-sensor surface electromyography to improve diagnosis and treatment of voice disorders
This study is looking at how muscle strain affects your voice and aims to find a better way to measure how well the muscles in your throat work together when you speak, which could help doctors diagnose voice problems and track how well treatments are working.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10981342 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates vocal hyperfunction, a condition where excessive muscle activity affects voice quality, leading to pain and fatigue. By using advanced technology called synchronized multi-sensor surface electromyography, the study aims to create a new method for objectively measuring how well the muscles around the larynx work together during speaking. This approach seeks to improve the accuracy of diagnosing voice disorders and tracking treatment effectiveness, ultimately enhancing patient care.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals experiencing phonotraumatic or nonphonotraumatic dysphonia, characterized by vocal strain and fatigue.
Not a fit: Patients without any voice disorders or those who do not experience vocal hyperfunction may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate diagnoses and better treatment options for individuals suffering from voice disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using electromyography for muscle activity assessment, suggesting that this innovative approach could yield significant advancements in understanding voice disorders.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University School of Medicine — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Johnson, Aaron Matthew — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Johnson, Aaron Matthew
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.