If you suffer from Reinke’s edema we have the product for you. See options below according to severity level.
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Definition:
Reinke’s edema, or vocal cords edema, is an accumulation of fluid under The vocal cords’ epithelium, or external layer, which swells the cords.
Vocal professionals, namely singers, teachers and public speakers expose their vocal cords to continuous strain many hours a day, or are required to use high vocal intensity. They are prone to reinke’s edema in the following cases:
In case of acute edema, which gives you breathing difficulties, you must consult an ENT doctor. In extreme cases, a surgical interference is required, to open your airways.
On one hand, silence is not the right thing to do, since in the case of edema, the swollen cords restrict the blood and fluids circulation in the inflicted zone. Therefore, you must move your cords to allow a flow.
On the other hand, if you keep singing and speaking, as usual, at high vocal intensity and wide vocal range, your edema will only get worse, since you will be pressuring your cords and the swollen area. It looks like you lose both ways, and your edema just won’t go away.
As in any other vocal cords’ diseases, here, too, we recommend minimizing the usual vocal strain for a couple of weeks, if possible.
Most importantly, you should exercise, up to one minute, several times a day. In such a condition- the more, the better.
Mildly moving your vocal cords is a much better remedy than silence. For example, you should gargle water while making ascending and descending sounds.
Exercising will enhance the flow of blood and oxygen to your throat, and gradually restore your vocal cords flexibility.
The best remedy for Reinke’s edema is exercising with a TPV device. Make sure that your exercises are regular, short, and feels nice to your throat and vocal cords.
The interaction of your vocal cords with each other should be swift, mild and involve minimum effort. The resistance of the water will provide vocal support and is the quickest way of exercising with maximum effects. Exercising with the TPV device will gradually expand your vocal cords’ range of movement.
As a result, the vocal cords movement will significantly improve your edema.
So don’t give up hope!
Talya
A TMRG specialist