Prevention of occupational dysphonia: risk awareness of vocal effort in professional singers.

Background: Professional singers must become aware of their vocal behavior so that they can prevent the occurrence of problems that interfere negatively with their profession. Objectives: The aim of our study is the prevention of occupational dysphonia. Methods: The sample was subjected to phoniatric visit, fiber optic laryngoscopy, MSHI (Modern Singer Handicap Index) and CSHI (Classical Singer Handicap Index) questionnaires, MDVP (Multidimensional Voice Program). Results: The analysis of the data obtained makes it possible to quantify the awareness of the singer on the risk associated with the vocal effort required by his profession. Discussion and Conclusion: Integration of phoniatrician, speech pathologist and voice teacher skills cooperate toward a common objective for the prevention of disorders related to professional singing.