Laryngeal Massage (Sound)

[@taliaruiz9934]

This is amazing! I am a vocal performance major and I always have tension with my larynx. My mind was blown by this and it made a huge difference. Thank you so much!

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

I'm so glad it is helpful Talia!!

[@vishwajeetbabbar7622]

Ok can u just tell me how did u get to know you had TENSION in your LARYNX? i am a pianist, musician and i have learnt singing but i don't sing bcoz after puberty my voice suddenky became a lot bassy than a normal man's voice. I mean i speak almost 1 octave down a normal person. So i need to improve my voice so that i can sing in normal octave which is G3.

[@gypsyguitars]

my throat feels sooo much mo' bettah from your suggestions = LOVE your message & it's intelligence !!!

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

So glad!

[@ms.sleeper1902]

Wow thank you so much...I'm trying to correct years of improper technique and a huge part was straining my neck trying to compensate for TMJ resulting from an assault causing my jaw to pop and or lock when trying to gain volume or opening my mouth trying to go higher and I would strain my neck. vicious little cycle your exercise have helped me so much❣️ thank you,🙋

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

So glad this helps! Keep exploring on the playlist, there are lots of other exercises that can help too, including for your jaw

[@kendralee2568]

This is very helpful as I have vocal chord disfunction and I have problems with laryngeal spasms too.

[@HealingWithJas]

Omggg I struggle from reflux and it causes difficulty breathing because of the acid splashing my esophagus. Just one of these exercises and my breathing improved immediately

[@ElissaMaasMusic]

I'm so happy to hear that!! Feel free to check out the updated video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZnbgH6IiNSMnLM

[@velveteidson2486]

You are so amazing! I love your videos. My favorite metaphor that you have shared is the" sniffing a rose" metaphor, but I am such a vocal nerd that I LOVE all of your stuff. Thank you so much Elissa!

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

I'm so grateful you feel this way, Velvet, thank you!! Voice geeks unite :)

[@LittleLotteWanders]

I have muscle tension dysphonia and I think this will be very helpful! It's so hard to find someone with good knowledge of pedagogy.

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

I sincerely hope it helps!

[@AstralApple]

Did this help? I have mtd too.

[@AstralApple]

@Abdelhalim SKHIRI try voice therapy. There are many programs out there. I was wrong I do not have mtd. I have something similar to presbyphonia which is the medical term for weak ol' vocal chords typically found in the elderly. Also can be labeled as deconditioned vocal folds/muscles or vocal fold atrophy. Dr. Joseph Stemple made a program called Vocal Functional Exercises.

[@colinbell-NI]

Thanks I am going to start this today. For 10yrs I competed in Weightlifting and banged the bar against throat many times during the Clean and Jerk. Now I am trying to learn opera singing I need all that tension gone. On one occasion after a bar bang I lost my voice for a week, not good! Thanks for your videos! Greetings from Ireland.

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

I'm sorry to hear about the vocal injuries Colin, but so glad you're addressing them! Greetings received :)

[@kathleensarachinsky1460]

Colin Bell

[@SeanCaldwellvo]

Great video! Within a few minutes of doing the exercises you showed, it was easier to swallow. I've been doing them daily for a week and everyone keeps saying I now sound like Barry White. Kidding on the Barry White, but they are helpful! Thank you.

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

So glad they are helpful Sean! If you did wind up sounding like Barry White, I'd definitely need a testimonial!! 😂

[@tesladude3283]

A charming delivery of very useful advice. Your video is as delightful as it is informative. Nicely done, and thank you!

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

So glad it's helpful!

[@Vido1133]

This is awesome..

[@kevinm6790]

Why have I just now discovered this video? I'll be subscribing and checking out your other videos. Plus, I love your smile!! :)

[@NimaAMmusic]

I used to sing Metal vocals and apparently damaged my vocal chords! I mostly have a sudden false pitch on my voice when I'm simply talking or feel scratching chords when I sing some specific notes (and can't stabilize my voice on a certain pitch finely) these massage were very useful and I can feel its benefits just in my first try! Thanks for the video!

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

Hi Nima, I'm really happy to hear this is helpful and sorry to hear about the damage! Be gentle!! And also check out Jaime Vendera's videos for really good info on getting a healthy rock/metal sound :)

[@NimaAMmusic]

thank you so much 🙏🏻

[@Rosannasfriend]

Jaime Vendera? Heard of this person. Thank you for mentioning him, I'll look him/her up!

[@JeffAlaniStanfill]

This is an excellent tutorial! I will be sharing this with my students.

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

What timing Jeff! Wouldn't you know I *just* released a new more complete version of this training here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZnbgH6IiNSMnLM

[@drneelimasompura576]

Thanks for sharing this wonderful video! It helped me a lot

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

My pleasure!

[@sushirkumarmahapatra6196]

dearmam i like your all educational videos ,may god bless you thank you

[@fellowgoodie]

Hi Elissa, I watch your other video titled "Full Laryngeal Massage" and I feel that is being helpful to me, so thank you for that. I have a problem and if you could provide your advise that would be great. When I talk a bit more, the occipital muscles (lower backside of the head ) are hurting. Do you find this strange, or do you find there is a connection here. I was wondering why would talking trigger a pain in the back of the head. Can you please suggest what is causing this and what exercises can really help with this. I really appreciate your help here.

[@rajeshrivankar1401]

Alongwth respected exercises..i would also suggest stretching of neck upwards by chin ..gently ..

[@evocre8r]

Wow this is great. I have acid reflux and it makes the muscles around my throat tight. This really helps loosen those muscles. One thing though....when I move my larynx side to side I hear and feel a clicking. Is that normal? Thanks again!

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

Yes that's normal! It's most likely the thyroid and cricoid cartilage moving past one another. Just be gentle. Glad it helps! :)

[@dailyabundance]

Thank you. Just started singing again after a 20 year break. And have been struggling with tension and serious voice cracks. This exercise has helped tremendously. Thanks again. How often should we do these exercise?

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

Glad it helps Valerie! You can do it once or twice a day.

[@bektasince7594]

Thank you for this valuable tips

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

Bektas Ince my pleasure!

[@caglarbas]

Hello,can you please explain how to massage for helping deeper voice thanks😄✋🏽

[@IMABeliever4Life]

I have MTD, have battled this for 10 years. I love your video and advice and will start doing the exercises, however, I need to find a speech pathologist who can address this and help me. I live in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida in the winter months, and St. Louis, MO in the summer months. Can you please refer me to someone who can help me? Also, where can I find the vibration tool for my neck? Thank you again!

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

Hi Shelley, please check out this link for finding a doc near you: www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1mZeIW-ZHGy8SzR3BcDNTSOUDoIU&ll=37.53586626863145%2C-96.06033350000007&z=-1 or this one: uiowa.edu/voice-academy/nurses-office/voice-team-locator and this link for the devices we recommend for Vibrant Voice Technique: www.vibrantvoicetechnique.com/p/recommended-devices. I hope that helps, and you're welcome to contact me at [e-mail] if you have further questions!

[@joelwebb6461]

Thank you very much. Is there a practitioner in my area? My voice was lost a year ago. I'm in Visalia Ca. Thank you

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

Hi Joel I'm sorry to hear your challenge. Please check out these links: www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1mZeIW-ZHGy8SzR3BcDNTSOUDoIU&ll=37.53586626863145%2C-96.06033350000007&z=-1 or this one: uiowa.edu/voice-academy/nurses-office/voice-team-locator

[@Shivdas-nl5pk]

You are really amazing Mam. I have feeling that there is always phlegm in my throat and I feel that I can’t swallow my saliva. But no other problems with drinking fluids, eating etc . Is it acid reflux. Is there any exercise for that . Please reply Mam ..

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

It could be acid reflux... best recommendation is chew your food very slowly! Eat healthy things and drink lots of water :)

[@Shivdas-nl5pk]

Elissa Weinzimmer thank you so much dear ..will laryngeal massage will help ? Or any other massage is there?😊♥️

[@kellyakemann1619]

Hi..I would love to find a practioner in Seattle who does this tyoe of massage.

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

Hi Kelly! You'll want to search for a laryngologist or speech pathologist who specializes in voice in your area... and call them to ask too!

[@joshuacolombi4538]

Hi Elissa... Is it recommended to make any sounds during the laryngeal massage. I am a sufferer of functional dysphonia following a prolonged bacterial infection in my larynx. I see certain videos of doctors carrying out massages whilst patients make sounds to unlock their larynx but don't know if this is ok for me to do myself. Would be extremely grateful if you could advise. Thanks, Josh

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

Hi Joshua! This is a great question, thank you for asking! I think it's totally fine to make gentle sounds. Just keep them free and easy - no pushing. Also if you haven't seen the newer version of this vid, check it out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZnbgH6IiNSMnLM

[@Samsaraindo]

Hey there. Did yoy eventually recover from the functional dysphonia and if yes, what did you do?

[@Vido1133]

I like it

[@tirelesssoul4266]

I am suffering from Puberphonia, and I can't afford treatment fee, I would be really grateful to u if u could help me with the exercises which " Voice Therapist" do to cure their patients,

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

Hi Sahi - check out the full How To Warm Up playlist, and especially the Breath Support exercise!

[@benobil5280]

very nice thanks but i think its easier when oil is applied before the massage. respect!

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

Valid!! My ayurvedic self says 👍 to oil.

[@tanzeel179]

How many times in a Day????

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

I wouldn't do it too much! 2-3 times is good :)

[@tanzeel179]

@@VoiceBodyConnection thankyou so much

[@wrestlingreality7016]

I have Adams apple in my throat , it is difficult for me do this massage , what can I do?

[@ladyzproductions]

Thanks so much for this exercise!

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

My pleasure!

[@PinkPoo]

How did you move your neck side to side? I tried gently but it didnt work

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

Alison try to find the flat parts of the cartilage of your larynx. Google "larynx" and/or "thyroid cartilage" so you can see what it looks like. Then apply gentle pressure side to side. If your larynx is very tight it might not move much but that's okay... gentle always!

[@deannaporteous6099]

You are great and very sweet, this is a great technique, however, how long do you do this for and how often, please? Deanna

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

Hi Deanna this video is more up to date: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZnbgH6IiNSMnLM --- about 30 seconds on each step!

[@SuperLotus]

How long per day would you recommend doing this and the other exercises? I admit that part of it is just laziness on my part, but it's kind of daunting learning all these things.

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

Great question! I totally wouldn't call it laziness - it is overwhelming to learn so many new things you "should" be doing every day! This is a great exercise to start with and you can do it twice a day, morning and evening (or when you notice tension) for two minutes each time. I hope that's super simple SuperLotus!

[@jotge.3444]

is that manipultion after Jacob Liebermann???

[@vishwajeetbabbar7622]

How to know that Lerynx is tight? How would i know if i need this exercise???

[@randallafferty9977]

. . . how does the larynx react with the body parts . . .

[@archishmaansingh7246]

Hello ma'am..I have MTD..my voice is almost gone.. ENT had done endoscopy and said voice therapy might help..I found your video and it looks really nice..will it really help me out?? And how long each exercise should be done. Thanks

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

Hi Aparajita, I'm sorry to hear what you're going through! You can do this exercise a few times a day for just a couple of minutes. And if you'd like to ask about working together you can email me at [e-mail]

[@archishmaansingh7246]

Thank you so much ma'am for your response

[@sandeepshail4700]

hey can u tell me what therapy technique used for dysphonia people

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

It depends what the dysphonia is for Sandeep but if you have muscle tension you can do this! And watch the new full video too! kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZnbgH6IiNSMnLM

[@rexhinoshabani4954]

Does this exercise work for globus sensation?

[@sawandutta]

Hi, thanks a lot for sharing this. Would this massage be helpful in combatting muscle tension dysphonia? I'm not sure where to look for an appropriate therapist and was wondering if it's possible to deal with MTD through self help...

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

Hi Sawan, great question! I too had muscle tension dysphonia and yes, I've addressed it through massage like this and other muscle tension reducing exercises as well. Have you seen a clinician to look at your vocal cords? That's very important. But if you have and the lingering issue is muscle tension, yes that's exactly what I help people work through. Feel free to contact me on my website at voicebodyconnection.com for a free consultation.

[@saugatamukherjee3225]

Mam super helpfull your vdo..super neck massage mam..super like and share your video...

[@royelhajj8377]

Hi. I am experiencing a clicking sensation in my throat whenever I swallow saliva, not food. The doctor told me that I have kind of a spasm because of neck tension and stress. Will this exercise be helpful?

[@IqbalIqbal-wp3zq]

How are you feeling now brother? I am having the same sensation after singing a lot?

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

Hi Roy. That does make sense that the doctor says it's tension. I'd say try this exercise might help, but do it really gently. You'll also want to do some gentle neck stretches too. And same as Iqbal's question... feeling better?

[@IqbalIqbal-wp3zq]

Hmm i have tried this exercise it is really helpful and thanks for your reply.

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

My pleasure!

[@shakhawathhossainshatu1487]

My voice not good just like a lady voice So what should I do????

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

Zayn, check out the resonance videos in the How To Warm Up playlist and subscribe to watch for the one that's coming out about "Oral resonance."

[@shakhawathhossainshatu1487]

Voice Body Connection ok but you are doctor?

[@biswarupadhikari1582]

Mam I have Soiling in my Vocal cord..I ma a teacher. I must speak long..Could I do this.

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

Hi Biswarup - please go find a laryngologist who can see you near your home! It's important to have it looked at. Best, Elissa

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

Hi All on this thread/watching this video! I want to let you know that I'm starting a weekly group coaching program for people with muscle tension dysphonia. If you would like support and accountability to be doing your tension release and voice exercises, please join us! voicebodyconnection.mykajabi.com/p/mtd-group-coaching

[@saugatamukherjee3225]

Mam my thayroied problem..mam pls share thayroied gland massage..

[@vivianfrankielam1147]

thanks , how can you loosen the stylohyoid muscle?

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

Ooh good question! The stylohyoid isn't an easy one to stretch, but when you bring your head into alignment and then tilt from side to side (as in, one ear towards the shoulder and then switch) it can lengthen it. All to this exercise sticking your tongue out and you've got a good stylohyoid stretch!

[@mariovillagomez57]

You realy my type .

[@KevinQualls]

Hi Elissa, when moving my larynx side to side, I felt some popping. It doesn't hurt but I just don't want to hurt my larynx. Is this popping normal? Thank you!

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

Hi Kevin, that is indeed normal. It's most likely the thyroid and cricoid cartilage moving past one another. Be gentle and use your intuition, but if it doesn't hurt that's good!

[@KevinQualls]

@@VoiceBodyConnection Thank you for your reply. I'm so glad there is more information like this out there. I've been struggling with Muscle Tension Dysphonia for two years now and I'm just coming to understand what has been happening with my voice. I'm an evangelical missionary in Japan. I use my voice for teaching and preaching. I also am a songwriter and perform as a musician often. So, to have something like this happen and visit my ENT and have him tell me it is acid reflux is discouraging. However, videos like yours has helped me tremendously. Thank you again!

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

@@KevinQualls you're so welcome! Two other resources you might appreciate if you haven't found them yet... this full laryngeal massage video (even more steps!) kzbin.info/www/bejne/mmPVaZSNepKfm5I, and also I'm starting a group coaching program in the new year specifically for muscle tension issues. If you go to www.voicebodyconnection.com and scroll to the bottom to sign up for my newsletter, I'll send the info out soon!

[@கனவுக்காதலன்]

Mam I have difficulty in speech there's any exercise mam plzz reply

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

Hi this question isn't specific enough for me to help you, but please check out my entire channel! There are lots of exercises... I'm sure you'll find something that can support you!

[@கனவுக்காதலன்]

Mam i mean some pronunciations is not good ...

[@கனவுக்காதலன்]

Thanks a lot to reply mam

[@thatlonelydude4814]

I developed globus sensation, will this help me get rid of it?

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

Potentially! It's also worth looking into acid reflux as a possible cause.

[@جمعهالحنيت]

Can l take translasion to arabic please ?

[@sp9161]

hello I've been told that I have nodules on both sides of my laryx and they might go away using a vocal therapy, otherwise I will need a surgery. it's been three month now but I don't feel any change in my condition. I still have vocal fatigue and feel pain while I try to talk in my throat Do you think your massage exercises can be of help for my nodules?

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

Yes exercises like this could help! But it's important for you to be doing coaching with a speech therapist too. Are you seeing someone who is helping you?

[@sp9161]

Yes. I've been visiting a speech therapist (one a week) since the time I was diagnosed with the nodules like three months ago. But I wonder why it still hurts or weakens now and then when I try to talk. Can it be because she is not a reliable therapist or do I need to wait like a long time for my full recovery? Sometimes I can't stop thinking that speech therapy does not work on my nodules and the only way is surgery. In the town where I live (north Iran) there is no other speech therapist. And I know that she is doing her best. Btw could you please recommand other useful tips or exercises?

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

It really depends. I'm glad you're seeing a therapist, but it's true that sometimes speech therapy doesn't do the full trick for recovering from nodules. Ideally you want to be working with a speech therapist who specializes in voice. I also highly recommend trying vibration exercises for your voice: check out www.vibrantvoicetechnique.com.

[@mukherjeesaugatamukherjees2885]

MAM NICE VOCAL MASSAGE..PLS SHARE LONG TIME MASSAGE VDO..

[@kendralee2568]

I have vocal chord disfunction.

[@parishmitasharma4881]

Will dis cure stammering problem

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

Unfortunately no, that's a different issue.

[@jaglan2710]

You are very pretty .. .....facial expression are very attractive

[@Hen9207]

TMI

[@ishajaryal3969]

How can I wiggle my larynx

[@VoiceBodyConnection]

Hi Isha - just like the demo in the video. Thumb on one side of the larnyx, other fingers on the other, and gently move the cartilage side to side

[@ishajaryal3969]

Voice Body Connection thanks a lot

[@habib-ul-haq5101]

I'm tension voice breathing to feal some shame talking to speak another peoples