- Dextromethorphan to Treat Patients with Voice Spasms
A clinical study comparing the effects of dextromethorphan, lorazepam, and a placebo of dextromethorphan in individuals with spasmodic dysphonia, muscular tension dysphonia, or vocal tremor. Background and participation details are offered by the National Library of Medicine's ClinicalTrials.gov site.
http://www.clinicaltrials.gov/ct/show/NCT00055549
- eMedicine - Spasmodic Dysphonia
Peer-reviewed article on the medical and surgical management of SD, co-authored by Darius Bliznikas, MD and Soly Baredes, MD.
http://www.emedicine.com/ent/topic349.htm
- I Have Spasmodic Dysphonia
Lani Estepa's personal story, accompanied by links to SD support organizations.
http://www.tintota.com/support/sd.htm
- National Spasmodic Dysphonia Association
Resources for patients and professionals, including multimedia demonstrations of SD, descriptions of available therapies, information on a financial-assistance program for patients who require Botox, and listings for dystonia specialists and upcoming symposia.
http://www.dystonia-foundation.org/nsda/
- Neurological Concomitants in Spasmodic Dysphonia
Review of neurological conditions that may accompany Spasmodic Dysphonia, with background information on the differential diagnosis and treatment of SD. Authored by Lyn Dee Harrelson of New Mexico State University's Communication Disorders Program.
http://web.nmsu.edu/~lleeper/pages/Voice/harrelson/index.htm
- NIDCD Health Information: Spasmodic Dysphonia
Answers to frequently asked SD questions, offered by the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (a division of the National Institutes of Health).
http://www.nidcd.nih.gov/health/voice/spasdysp.asp
- NORD: Spasmodic Dysphonia
Abstracted version of a report from National Organization for Rare Disorders database. Features include a general description of SD, listings for support organizations, a link to information on the Botox assistance program administered by NORD, and an opportunity to purchase the full-text report.
http://www.rarediseases.org/search/rdbdetail_abstract.html?disname=Spasmodic%20Dysphonia
- PMDI
Information concerning SD treatment and support-group meetings at the Parkinson's and Movement Disorders Institute of Orange County, California.
http://www.pmdi.org/
- Spasmodic Dysphonia
From the Baylor Grand Rounds Archive, a review of SD diagnosis and treatment, featuring historical perspectives and a case presentation.
http://www.bcm.tmc.edu/oto/grand/110499.html
- Spasmodic Dysphonia
Fact sheet on abductor and adductor SD, with links to audio clips, a diagnostic handbook for physicians, and reviews of medical and surgical approaches. Presented by James P. Thomas, MD, a specialist in voice disorders.
http://www.voicedoctor.net/therapy/dystonia.html
- Spasmodic Dysphonia
A consumer-oriented SD primer, focusing on the characteristics, diagnosis, and treatment of the condition. Published by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
http://www.asha.org/public/speech/disorders/Spasmodic-Dysphonia.htm
- Spasmodic Dysphonia Bulletin Board
Moderated forum for SD patients and their families. Provided by the Dystonia Medical Research Foundation.
http://www.dystonia-bb.org/forums/sd/
- The Dystonia Society
UK-based charitable organization established to benefit families that are affected by dystonia. Its online offerings include information on laryngeal dystonia / spasmodic dysphonia and listings for local support groups in England, Wales, Scotland, and Ireland.
http://www.dystonia.org.uk/dystoniasocietyh.html
- UCSD Otolaryngology: Spasmodic Dysphonia
Overview of current SD treatment options, including Botox injections and operative procedures, with a description of ongoing research at the University of California San Diego.
http://www-surgery.ucsd.edu/ENT/PatientInfo/voi_sd.html
- UNC Spasmodic Dysphonia/Botox Clinic
Information concerning the diagnosis and treatment of spasmodic dysphonia at the University of North Carolina's specialized clinic.
http://apollo.med.unc.edu/ent/oto-hns/clinical_voice_spasmodic_dysphonia.html
- Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center: Spasmodic Dysphonia
Overview describing the two main forms of SD and a third, compensatory form, "chronically tight," which is recognized by the Nashville-based treatment center. Links to specific treatment information and details about the center are also provided.
http://www.vanderbiltbillwilkersoncenter.com/voicecenter.html
- Voice Doctor
California-based practice specializing in "Direct Voice Rehabilitation" as an alternative approach to SD.
http://www.voice-doctor.com/
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