Is it just Fatigue or Vocal Damage?

If you are experience raspiness in your speaking or singing voice, how can you tell if what you are experiencing is vocal fatigue or actual vocal damage.  Vocal damage can come in several forms and it is a very complex issue to tackle.  A simple test to see if you are dealing with true vocal damage is to try singing a simple 5 note scale on an (oo) vowel.  If you hear “air” in your sound or you cannot achieve a clear tone on that  vowel, you are probably dealing with more then just a tired voice. The only true way of accessing vocal damage is to be seen by a doctor, so if you suspect you have damage, please see a laryngologist a soon as so you can to get a proper medical diagnosis.  We here at Jameson Vocal studio are experts in rehabbing voices.  While in graduate school at the University of Southern California, we were fortunate to have had the opportunity to study under world renowned voice scientist Dr. Tom Cleveland who  is still a close friend and colleague. 

If you are diagnosed with vocal damage please contact us.  We will collaborate with your doctor to better understand your diagnosis and work out a plan for your recovery.  Do not lose heart! Vocal rehab is totally possible. It will involve many methods of treatment and is a long process but  just like rehabbing an injury to your body it can be done.  Whether you are diagnosed with something more simple such as vocal abrasions or more serious such as nodules or nodes, we at Jameson Vocal Studio are here to help.