Clinical Assessment of VoiceThis book provides an introduction to medical diagnostics and special problems with professional performers and voice users and offers a rare look at the assessment procedures used by the top voice care teams in the world. Detailed coverage is given to equipment, tests, and procedures, such as laryngeal electromyography, as well as the critical issues arising from psychological aspects of vocal disorders. Every aspect of assessment that clinicians are required to consider in practice is covered here. |
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Chapter | 1 |
Special Considerations Relating to Members of the Acting Profession | 17 |
Chapter 4 | 33 |
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