Voice &
Chronic Cough
Most people use their voice every day and never really think about it very much. It is only when it starts to let us down by not working the way we expect that we realise how reliant we are on our voices for everyday communication.
Voice issues can affect everyday communication and lead to frustration. If you notice persistent voice changes, such as hoarseness, loss of volume, or chronic coughing, it’s important to seek help early.
Signs & Symptoms
of a voice problem
- Changes to sound of voice, e.g. croaky, raspy, hoarse, rough, breathy
- Changes to function of voice, e.g. loss of volume/power, vocal fatigue, running out of breath, loss of pitch range
- Pain associated with speaking
- Persistent coughing or throat-clearing, in the absence of a cold or infection
- Complete loss of voice, in the absence of a cold or infection.
If you have been experiencing any of these symptoms for more than 3 weeks, in the absence of other symptoms, you should talk to your GP about a referral to an Ear Nose and Throat specialist. They will help to diagnose the problem and may recommend speech therapy.
Voice Care Therapy
Our specially trained voice therapists work with children and adults to address a variety of voice-related concerns, including:
- Vocal nodules
- Muscle tension dysphonia
- Age-related voice problems (presbyphonia)
- Persistent coughing or throat-clearing, in the absence of a cold or infection
- Mismatch between voice quality and age (puberphonia)
- Gender-affirmation
- Spasmodic Dysphonia
- Functional Neurological Disorder affecting voice
- Chronic Cough
- Laryngeal Dysfunction / Hypersensitivity / Paradoxical Vocal Fold Movement
- Globus Pharyngeus.
In voice therapy, our specially trained speech pathologists will work with you to improve your vocal health and vocal function. We use a variety of evidence-based approaches, determined by the presenting needs of the client, and we work in close collaboration with other health professionals to optimise client care
Get in Touch – We’re Here to Help
If you’re experiencing persistent voice changes, hoarseness, loss of volume, or chronic coughing, we encourage you to reach out. Early intervention can make a big difference in restoring and maintaining vocal health.
Our team is here to answer your questions and guide you towards the right support. Fill out the contact form below, and one of our specialists will be in touch to discuss your concerns and how we can help.
Your voice matters—let’s work together to keep it strong!
For more information, feel free to call us at (03) 6234 5717.
