Closed-loop network of skin-interfaced wireless devices for quantifying vocal fatigue and providing user feedback.

ABSTRACT: Vocal fatigue is a measurable form of performance fatigue resulting from overuse of the voice and is characterized by negative vocal adaptation. Vocal dose refers to cumulative exposure of the vocal fold tissue to vibration. Professionals with high vocal demands, such as singers and teachers, are especially prone to vocal fatigue. Failure to adjust habits can lead to compensatory lapses in vocal technique and an increased risk of vocal fold injury. Quantifying and recording vocal dose to inform individuals about potential overuse is an important step toward mitigating vocal fatigue. Previous work establishes vocal dosimetry methods, that is, processes to quantify vocal fold vibration dose but with bulky, wired devices that are not amenable to continuous use during natural daily activities;

SUBMITTER: Jeong H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9992836 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature