Foundations for Prescribing Song-Based Therapies: A Quantitative Comparison of Laryngeal Exercises

Foundations for Prescribing Song-Based Therapies: A Quantitative Comparison of Laryngeal Exercises

SINGS explores the therapeutic potential of song-based exercises for treating dysphagia in geriatric populations. The project aims to compare the effectiveness of song-based tasks with traditional speech-language pathology (SLP) exercises using advanced tools such as surface electromyography (sEMG) and functional neuroimaging. In addition to quantifying functional activity during therapy, the study will assess patient compliance, satisfaction, and long-term swallowing outcomes, with a focus on improving quality of life through innovative, enjoyable therapies.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Healthy Adults

Exclusion Criteria:

• History of head and neck cancer, radiation to the neck, and/or other head and neck based surgeries*

• Formal Dysphagia diagnosis*

  • Formal GERD diagnosis*
  • Adults unable to consent
  • Individuals who are not yet adults (infants, children, teenagers)
  • Prisoners