Looking Inside the Voice / Vocal Health 101 with Natalia Łastowiecka

In this episode my guest is Natalia Łastowiecka, an SLP specializing in voice, swallow, and upper airway.

Natalia shares her personal journey from being a classical voice performance major to discovering her passion for speech-language pathology after facing vocal challenges herself. We discuss the importance of having a supportive team, including laryngologists and SLPs, especially for professional voice users.

Learn about the significance of baseline assessments, the impact of vocal habits like throat clearing and coughing, and the best practices for maintaining vocal health. Natalia also highlights the importance of hydration, vocal warm-ups, and understanding vocal load to prevent injuries.

Whether you're a singer, voice teacher, or just someone who uses their voice regularly, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical tips to keep your voice healthy and strong.

00:00:20 - Natalia's Journey to Becoming an SLP
00:02:09 - Importance of a Voice Care Team
00:02:37 - Laryngologist vs. Otolaryngologist
00:03:09 - Baseline Endoscopy for Singers
00:04:37 - Visualizing the Voice
00:05:02 - Impact of Throat Clearing and Coughing
00:07:33 - Creating Educational Content
00:09:05 - Basics of Vocal Health
00:11:10 - Preventative Vocal Health Measures
00:14:07 - Vocal Load Management
00:14:44 - Speaking Tips for Vocal Health
00:17:08 - Common Vocal Injuries
00:19:44 - Overall Health and Vocal Health
00:22:04 - Treatability of Vocal Conditions
00:24:22 - Study on Performance Spaces and Acoustics
00:25:42 - Where to Find Natalia Online

 

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