Video Stroboscopy

Video Stroboscopy is a specialized diagnostic procedure in which a stroboscopic light is used in conjunction with a laryngoscope to electronically slow the motion of the vocal folds in order to identify subtle changes in vibratory patterns that are diagnostically significant.

Video Stroboscopy is used to differentiate vocal fold nodules from vocal fold polyps and cysts. With the use of a camera and video recording system, the examination can be viewed many times by the examiners and patient. This method of reviewing the images at the time of the exam serves as an excellent learning tool for the patient.

Voice therapy services, including Video Stroboscopy, are provided by Terri Walsh, speech and language pathologist with Comprehensive Otolaryngology and Audiology. Terri has been practicing speech and language pathology for over 15 years. Her experience treating voice patients includes working in conjunction with the otolaryngologists to properly assess and treat voice problems. Patients may be referred for outpatient voice therapy with Terri, where the goal is to restore the patient’s voice to a level of function that enables them to fulfill daily voice and communicative needs.