Vocal fold hypomobility can result from a myriad of disorders of nerves, muscles, or cricoarytenoid joint function. Vocal fold hypomobility may manifest with symptoms that range from breathiness, vocal fatigue, and decreased range to aphonia, aspiration, and shortness of breath.
Resource Type: Print
Resource Name: Journal of Singing
Level: Intermediate
Category: Vocal Health and Wellness
Keywords: Amyloidosis, Arthritis, Breathy, Cricoarytenoid joint disorders, Diabetes, Hoarseness, Laryngeal innervation, Laryngoscopy, Muscular dystrophy, Myasthenia gravis, Myositis, Neck trauma, Nerve injury, Recurrent laryngeal nerve, Strobovideolaryngoscopy, Superior laryngeal nerve, Superior laryngeal nerve paresis, Surgery, Thyroid, Vocal fold edema, Vocal fold hypomobility, Vocal fold mobility, Vocal fold paralysis, Vocal fold paresis, Vocal fold weakness, Voice disorders
