Osteopath for Performing Artists

Osteopathy for voice problems

The muscles of the larynx can become very tight affecting te quality of the voice. The voice can also be affected by other mechanical strains in the body. Alison will do a full assessment to establish the cause. When the problem is due to a mechanical strain then laryngeal osteopathy can help. Treatment can also be beneficial after surgery as part of the rehab process. Alison works with both Professional and Amateur Performers to help them carry on working without injury. She has undertaken specialist training in Laryngeal Manipulation and Performing Arts Medicine.
associated with tight muscles around the larynx.

Common symptoms you may be experiencing include:

Alteration in the quality of your voice
Voice cutting out
Loss of power of the voice,
Loss of volume,
Loss of vocal stamina,
Loss of pitch range,
Hoareseness
Huskiness,
Tightness in the throat

Muscular injuries affecting the voice may be primary or secondary

Primary problems are usually caused by muscle tension in the vocal tract. This happens when you
overuse your voice or develop faulty speaking or singing habits. Often this is associated with
inadequate breathing.

Secondary problems occur because there is something wrong with the vocal cords affecting voice production, the muscles then have to work harder when you speak or sing in an attempt to make your voice sound normal.

Treatment involves hands on techniques to stretch to muscles around the larynx whilst also addressing other postural problems which can have an affect on your voice. After treatment patients often find that their voice sounds clearer.

Further medical investigations

Sometimes further investigations would be needed to examine the vocal tract and for this you would be referred to a laryngologist who specialises in voice.

Camera operators and other production staff

The use of cameras can cause strain to the neck and back leading to nerve impingement, pain and tingling in the shoulders, arms and hands. Any symptoms experienced should be addressed as soon as possible to prevent long term damage
Singers, Actors, Presenters

Performers and public speakers can experience injury to their voice and need their voice to be agile. Alison works with both Professional and Amateur Performers to help them carry on working without injury. She has undertaken specialist training in Laryngeal Manipulation and Performing Arts Medicine. Please see the voice page for more information click here.

Alison is a member of the British Association of Performing Arts Medicine (BAPAM), Osteopathic Performing Arts Care Association and the British Voice Association.

Musicians, actors, puppeteers and other performers

With my passion for the arts and health I love helping performers, both professional and amateur get back to fitness and performing.

 please bring your instrument with you to the consultation. When it is not possible to bring an instrument in or there may be awkward postures on stage, etc. sending a video is useful so Alison can see the way the injury has developed and give you advice on prevention in the future. Ergonomic assessments can also be carried out in a performance space either in person or virtually.

Osteopathy for voice problems

The muscles of the larynx can become very tight affecting te quality of the voice. The voice can also be affected by other mechanical strains in the body. Alison will do a full assessment to establish the cause. When the problem is due to a mechanical strain then laryngeal osteopathy can help. Treatment can also be beneficial after surgery as part of the rehab process. Alison works with both Professional and Amateur Performers to help them carry on working without injury. She has undertaken specialist training in Laryngeal Manipulation and Performing Arts Medicine.
associated with tight muscles around the larynx.

Common symptoms you may be experiencing include:

Alteration in the quality of your voice
Voice cutting out
Loss of power of the voice,
Loss of volume,
Loss of vocal stamina,
Loss of pitch range,
Hoareseness
Huskiness,
Tightness in the throat

Muscular injuries affecting the voice may be primary or secondary

Primary problems are usually caused by muscle tension in the vocal tract. This happens when you
overuse your voice or develop faulty speaking or singing habits. Often this is associated with
inadequate breathing.

Secondary problems occur because there is something wrong with the vocal cords affecting voice production, the muscles then have to work harder when you speak or sing in an attempt to make your voice sound normal.

Treatment involves hands on techniques to stretch to muscles around the larynx whilst also addressing other postural problems which can have an affect on your voice. After treatment patients often find that their voice sounds clearer.

Further medical investigations

Sometimes further investigations would be needed to examine the vocal tract and for this you would be referred to a laryngologist who specialises in voice.

Camera operators and other production staff

The use of cameras can cause strain to the neck and back leading to nerve impingement, pain and tingling in the shoulders, arms and hands. Any symptoms experienced should be addressed as soon as possible to prevent long term damage
Singers, Actors, Presenters

Performers and public speakers can experience injury to their voice and need their voice to be agile. Alison works with both Professional and Amateur Performers to help them carry on working without injury. She has undertaken specialist training in Laryngeal Manipulation and Performing Arts Medicine. Please see the voice page for more information click here.

Alison is a member of the British Association of Performing Arts Medicine (BAPAM), Osteopathic Performing Arts Care Association and the British Voice Association.

Musicians, actors, puppeteers and other performers

With my passion for the arts and health I love helping performers, both professional and amateur get back to fitness and performing.

 please bring your instrument with you to the consultation. When it is not possible to bring an instrument in or there may be awkward postures on stage, etc. sending a video is useful so Alison can see the way the injury has developed and give you advice on prevention in the future. Ergonomic assessments can also be carried out in a performance space either in person or virtually.

Osteopathy for voice problems

The muscles of the larynx can become very tight affecting te quality of the voice. The voice can also be affected by other mechanical strains in the body. Alison will do a full assessment to establish the cause. When the problem is due to a mechanical strain then laryngeal osteopathy can help. Treatment can also be beneficial after surgery as part of the rehab process. Alison works with both Professional and Amateur Performers to help them carry on working without injury. She has undertaken specialist training in Laryngeal Manipulation and Performing Arts Medicine.
associated with tight muscles around the larynx.

Common symptoms you may be experiencing include:

Alteration in the quality of your voice
Voice cutting out
Loss of power of the voice,
Loss of volume,
Loss of vocal stamina,
Loss of pitch range,
Hoareseness
Huskiness,
Tightness in the throat

Muscular injuries affecting the voice may be primary or secondary

Primary problems are usually caused by muscle tension in the vocal tract. This happens when you
overuse your voice or develop faulty speaking or singing habits. Often this is associated with
inadequate breathing.

Secondary problems occur because there is something wrong with the vocal cords affecting voice production, the muscles then have to work harder when you speak or sing in an attempt to make your voice sound normal.

Treatment involves hands on techniques to stretch to muscles around the larynx whilst also addressing other postural problems which can have an affect on your voice. After treatment patients often find that their voice sounds clearer.

Further medical investigations

Sometimes further investigations would be needed to examine the vocal tract and for this you would be referred to a laryngologist who specialises in voice.

Camera operators and other production staff

The use of cameras can cause strain to the neck and back leading to nerve impingement, pain and tingling in the shoulders, arms and hands. Any symptoms experienced should be addressed as soon as possible to prevent long term damage
Singers, Actors, Presenters

Performers and public speakers can experience injury to their voice and need their voice to be agile. Alison works with both Professional and Amateur Performers to help them carry on working without injury. She has undertaken specialist training in Laryngeal Manipulation and Performing Arts Medicine. Please see the voice page for more information click here.

Alison is a member of the British Association of Performing Arts Medicine (BAPAM), Osteopathic Performing Arts Care Association and the British Voice Association.