Adductor Laryngeal Spasmodic Dysphonia

Adductor Laryngeal Spasmodic Dysphonia is a neurological voice disorder where the muscles controlling the vocal cords involuntarily tighten or spasm during speech. This causes the voice to sound shaky, strained, or interrupted, often making speech difficult to understand. The spasms typically occur during speech, especially on certain words or sounds, while singing or at rest the voice may be normal. It is a chronic condition caused by abnormal nerve signals leading to muscle overactivity. Treatment options include Botox injections to relax the muscles and voice therapy, helping improve voice quality and reduce symptoms.