functional voice disorder

Functional voice disorder involves problems with voice quality, pitch, or volume that are not caused by an physical injury or disease but are due to how the voice muscles and nervous system work together. It often results from stress, muscle tension, or improper voice use. The vocal cords look normal, but the way they function leads to voice difficulties such as hoarseness, strain, or absence of voice. Treatment typically includes voice therapy and exercises aimed at reducing tension and improving voice production, helping the person restore healthy voice function without underlying structural issues.