Disadvantages Of Vocal Warm-Ups

The purpose of this experiment was to be able to test different intensities of warm-up conditions changes in the heart rate, skin temperature, electromyogram (EMG), and the contraction of the bicep brachii. Testing three different intensity conditions to determine which warm-up is more efficient on muscle conditioning. Bicep stretches, cardio, and aerobic stretching were the three different conditions because they focused on different muscles in the body. The warm-up that is able to efficiently deliver more oxygenated blood to the muscle is the most affective. Therefore, the predictions is that aerobic stretching will enhance muscle performance of the bicep brachii. This will happen because aerobic stretching is a high intensity warm-up that increases heart rate and cardiac output.

Something that the author wrote that I found very interesting was the fact that tension of any sort on the body can have a major effect on the voice. Therefore, the tension in various parts of the body can negatively affect the voice by limiting the breathing capacity and the use of the resonating space. It is also fascinating that incorrect breathing can cause an enormous tension of the chest and shoulder because the of the amount of effort placed on those areas when breathing. In fact, Cicely Berry mentions that developing bad breathing habits such as breathing from the the upper part of the chest which causes the breath to use a lot of effort and also makes it hard to relax the muscles. Cicely Berry inspires me to really take time to see if their

Speaking in an incorrect pitch, volume, or with poor placement may be even more damaging to the larynx than singing because people speak more than they sing. In most cases, the problems include speaking in a pitch that is focused in the throat. While serious problems in this area are best resolved with the help of a licensed voice therapist, the singer can make some changes based on experience with their preferred placement when singing. Misconceptions include the idea that speaking very softly or whispering will help save voice. People who speak softly do so by blowing breath through the tone stopping the glottis from closing completely. Since the glottis' function is to close, it may compensate with a time of no closure by creating an edema or swelling to fill up the empty space (Greschner, 2017). Therefore, the singer who thinks they are protecting or reserving the voice may be creating a bigger problem threatening their vocal health. In addition, whispering is often focused in the throat. This may be particularly true when speaking on the phone or in situations they may not want to be overheard. In such cases it may be necessary to raise the volume of the speaking voice in order to raise the focus or

al., et 2009). The model allowed them to uncover that a partially incomplete dorsal vocal fold adduction is a first condition for causing an hourglass type movement. A limited collision zone is only possible with minimum curving of the rest position of the vocal fold edges in their ventral portion. This Characteristic is most familiar with the adult female larynx when muscular exhaustion and resulting hypotonia (state of low muscle tone) appear to increase this curving. The sufficient vibration amplitude enabled the researchers to achieve a localized impact, which was signs of the previously mentioned conditions. The documentation of an increased subglottal pressure and by a decrease in an active stress of the tension strength between the symmetric vocalis masses (Vocal fold nodules). The study also revealed teat muscular tension imbalance and behavioral aspects in the modeling procedure indicating a decrease in active stress is a possible effect of enervation, and growth in subglottal pressure a result of effort compensation (Phillippe H. al., et 2009).

Adductor spasmodic dysphonia (ADSD) is a voice disorder due to central motor processing abnormalities which result in decreased control of the laryngeal muscles (Blitzer, 2010). The idiopathic disorder is characterized by involuntary spasms of the laryngeal muscles controlling vocal fold adduction (National Spasmodic Dysphonia Association, 2012). The dysphonic characteristics presented by patients with ADSD are described as strained, strangled, and effortful due to irregular adductions of the vocal folds and the occlusion of air through the vocal tract during phonation(Blitzer,2010; Cannito, Doiuchi, Murry &Woodson, 2012). Patients with muscle tension dysphonia (MTD) present with similar perceptual vocal characteristics however, treatment for the two disorders is quite different. Speech-language pathologists often have difficulty diagnosing and distinguishing between ADSD, a neurological disorder, and MTD, a functional voice disorder (Rees et al., 2007). Correct diagnosis is important and objective measures, such as spectral analysis, are more sufficient in distinguishing the two disorders(Rees et al., 2007).

Take a deep breath - stand up straight or sit up straight, breathe deeply starting from way down in you abdomen. - A deep breath supports your tone and range

Hyperfunctional voice disorders are voice problems that happen when uncontrollable tightening (spasm) prevents the vocal cords from working properly. Vocal cords normally move back and forth to make sounds when air passes through the voice box (larynx). If you have a hyperfunctional voice disorder, the area of the brain that controls vocal cord movement does not send the right signals. This causes the vocal cords to spasm. Hyperfunctional voice disorders might also be referred to as muscle tension dysphonia.

Warming up is crucial to increase the blood flow to the muscles and loosen the joints but it is mainly done to prevent injuries. A warm up is done before beginning to the dance, it consists of commencing with a few exercises along with stretches, then start to make different movements combination of cardiovascular exercises, isolations, stretching and strength drills progressively causing perspiration without becoming out of breath. Cardiovascular exercises increase heart rate, the body increases temperature and stretching warms the muscles making the muscles more flexible, the muscle temperature rises to 30 degrees Celsius when the dancer is resting which improves the muscle flexibility

Unilateral vocal fold paralysis (UVFP) is the complete immobility of one vocal fold. According to Sapienza and Ruddy (2013), “90% of vocal fold paralysis that occurs is unilateral and caused by damage to the peripheral nervous system” (p. 189). Vocal fold paralysis is typically considered a symptom of a disease or neurologic disruption. In one study, it was found that vocal fold paralysis was caused by surgical trauma, tumors or neoplasms, unknown or idiopathic factors, trauma, central nervous system dysfunction, radiation, inflammatory, cardiovascular, and other causes (Chen, Jen, Wang, Lee, & Lin, 2007). Symptoms of unilateral vocal fold paralysis may include: aphonia, abnormal vocal quality (breathy, hoarse, and/or strained), and dysphagia. Onset of UVFP may be life altering as the individual has to find compensatory strategies for voicing or even alternative methods of communication. The individual is also left susceptible to aspiration due to the lack of airway protection. These factors make it critical to diagnose the impairment so as to provide the appropriate treatment.

This study was designed to determine a) how psychosocial factors affected subjective and objective measures of vocal fatigue, b) if and how these outcome measures changed pre-post vocal exertion evaluated through the adapted LingWAVES protocol, and c) if there was an effect of education or employment on some of these variables.

Within the performance I made use of body warm-ups and laid on my back flat on the floor thrusting my pelvis forward. When making use of flexing and extending my two legs crossing one another creating an optimal reflex extension. By making use of breath the muscles are stimulated with in the body therefore the body is relaxed and go into optimal

There are numerous benefits to working out. Working out helps improve your muscles and can help you lose weight as well as your mental health. Working out can boost your energy levels and reduces stress and anxiety and it can also make you satisfied with your body. Dynamic warm up exercises, speed training/sprint mechanics, Agility training, Weight training/strength training, flexibility training/static stretching, and core training all help in definite ways, respectively.

The patient presents with probable muscle tension dysphonia (CAPE-V 62/100). She is characterized by hoarseness and roughness in her voice. Ms. Pepper’s forced vital capacity was 2900 cc ml. The average vital capacity for women is between 3000-4000 cc ml. Ms. Pepper’s vital capacity is below the normal. Ms. Pepper predicted MPT was 17.11 seconds. According to Awan & Ziminsky-Ammon (1996), the average mean for MPT should be about 19.70 (SD of 5.79) Reduced MPT might indicate either a problem with reduced respiratory capacity or control and/or loss of air through incomplete glottal closures. However, the increased tension may require excessive levels of subglottal air to initiate and maintain phonation so someone may run out of air quicker and/or

The history of stretching has changed over the years, athletes we're told warming up before an activity was essential to reduce any injuries. Most sports used static stretching as the ultimate way of being prepared for a sport. Evidence shows that dynamic stretching is more effective for an athlete in preparing for a big game. Dynamic stretching is more beneficial to an athlete because it activates muscles, improves range of motion, strengthens the muscles which leads to more body awareness.

Range of movement- This is linked to muscle pliability as the warmer the muscles get, the better the elasticity which enable the body to move easier and have a better range of movement around a joint. Exercise increases the production of synovial fluid at a joint, therefore keeps the joints lubricated and makes them suppler. Consequently, allowing a larger range of movement throughout the body. For example if an individual went on the cross trainer for 10 minutes and then went on to the rowing machine; they would have an increased range of movement at their joints, making it easier to exercise on that machine due to the muscles already being warmed up.