Understanding vocal fatigue and its effects on voice disorders
Objective assessment of vocal fatigue in laboratory and real-world settings
This study is looking at how vocal fatigue affects people who use their voices a lot, like teachers and singers, by tracking their vocal health in different settings to find ways to help them feel better and perform better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts General Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10868684 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates vocal fatigue, a common issue affecting many individuals who rely on their voices professionally, such as teachers and singers. By using advanced measurement techniques, including accelerometers and acoustic analysis, the study aims to objectively assess how vocal fatigue impacts vocal function over time. Participants will be monitored in both controlled laboratory settings and real-world environments to gather comprehensive data on their vocal health and behaviors. The goal is to identify the factors that contribute to vocal fatigue and improve clinical management strategies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include adults over 21 years old who experience vocal fatigue or voice disorders, particularly those who use their voices professionally.
Not a fit: Patients who do not experience vocal fatigue or voice disorders may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better understanding and management of vocal fatigue, ultimately improving the quality of life for individuals with voice disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown variability in recovery from vocal fatigue, but this study aims to provide new insights through a novel multi-modal measurement approach.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Massachusetts General Hospital — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ghasemzadeh, Hamzeh — Massachusetts General Hospital
- Study coordinator: Ghasemzadeh, Hamzeh
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.