The Role of Voice Rest on Voice Outcomes Following Phonosurgery

The Role of Voice Rest on Voice Outcomes Following Phonosurgery: A Randomized-Controlled Trial

Patients undergoing vocal cord surgery (phonosurgery) are often prescribed voice rest postoperatively. However, no clinical trials have ever been conducted to ascertain the efficacy of using voice rest and its impact on functional voice outcomes. The purpose of this randomized-clinical trial is to determine if the prescription of voice rest has an impact on voice outcomes following phonosurgery.

The study will seek to determine if a 7-day period of absolute voice rest alters voice-related quality of life following phonosurgery

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age greater than 18 years
• Unilateral vocal cord lesion
• Consented for phonosurgery

Exclusion Criteria:

• Age less than 18 years
• Bilateral vocal cord lesions
• Prior vocal cord surgery