How can I train my voice professionally?
December 24, 2023 | 20,00 EUR | answered by Roberta Weinert
Dear Ear, Nose, and Throat Doctor,
My name is Ingo Bittner and I am reaching out to you because I am interested in professional voice training. I work in a call center and spend hours on the phone every day. Lately, I have noticed that my voice quickly becomes tired and I have difficulty speaking clearly and distinctly. This not only affects my work, but also causes discomfort in my voice.
I am worried that my voice could suffer permanent damage if I do not take action. I have already tried to improve my speaking technique and regularly drink warm beverages, but so far my voice has not significantly improved. Therefore, I am wondering if there are specific exercises or techniques that I can use to professionally train my voice to strengthen and protect it.
Can you provide me with specific tips on how to effectively train my voice? Are there particular exercises that I should do regularly? What dietary recommendations can you give me to support my voice? Are there possibly medical treatments or therapies that could help me?
I appreciate your support and expertise in this area.
Sincerely,
Ingo Bittner.
Dear Ingo Bittner,
Thank you for your message and your interest in professional voice training. It is understandable that you are concerned about your voice, especially if you work long hours on the phone every day and notice problems with your voice. A tired and strained voice can not only affect your work, but also lead to long-term damage if not properly addressed.
It is important that you regularly train and care for your voice to strengthen and protect it. Here are some specific tips and recommendations that can help you:
1. Breathing and vocal exercises: Regular breathing and vocal exercises can help strengthen your voice and improve your speaking technique. Exercises like lip rolling, tongue training, and vocal modulation can help relax and strengthen your voice.
2. Warm-ups and cool-downs: Before working on the phone for long periods of time, it is advisable to spend a few minutes doing warm-up exercises to warm up your voice. After the workday, cool-down exercises can help relax and soothe your voice.
3. Hydration: Drink plenty of water to keep your vocal cords moist and support your voice. Avoid alcoholic and caffeinated drinks as they can dry out the vocal cords.
4. Healthy diet: A balanced diet with plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein can help strengthen and protect your voice. Avoid spicy and fatty foods as they can irritate the vocal cords.
5. Medical treatments: If you have ongoing issues with your voice, it may be advisable to see an otolaryngologist to rule out possible medical causes. Depending on the diagnosis, specific treatments or therapies may be recommended to improve your voice.
I hope these tips help you effectively train and protect your voice. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact me.
Best regards,
Roberta Weinert, Specialist in Otolaryngology.
