Unlock the full potential of your voice with my phonation tubes! Whether you're a singer, public speaker, or someone looking to improve vocal health, these customizable phonation tubes offer a unique and effective solution. Experience the benefits of semi-occluded vocal tract exercises (SOVT) and take your vocal training to the next level.
Phonation tubes are essential tools for voice training and therapy, designed to create back pressure that helps improve vocal fold vibration and resonance. These tubes are fully customizable, allowing you to select specific inner diameters and lengths tailored to your vocal needs. With a focus on ease of use and printability, these tubes are ideal for singers, speech therapists, and anyone interested in enhancing their vocal performance.
Inspired by the Finnish resonance tube method developed in the 1960s by Professor Sovijärvi, these phonation tubes offer a simple yet effective approach to treating various voice disorders. The method has been internationally adopted in voice clinics since 2006, addressing both functional and organic voice disorders, such as vocal hyperfunction, hypofunction, muscle tension disorder, ventricular voice, chronic laryngitis, and vocal nodules.
Selecting Your Tube Type
Tolerance Test
Tolerance Adjustment
Wall Thickness
Printing Instructions
Assembly
Using the Phonation Tube
I'm not an expert, and while I believe the measurements are accurate, they may not be perfect. The chamfers are included to improve printability and should not significantly impact the effectiveness of the tubes, but this is based on my best understanding. If you are an expert or have more experience, please use the custom option to adjust the dimensions to your specific needs and share your feedback.
When using the phonation tube, you should feel a comfortable back pressure that supports your vocal folds without causing strain. If you feel too much resistance or too little, you might need to try a different inner diameter. The right tube size should help you feel an easy and resonant phonation, allowing you to vocalize without discomfort.
For more information on using phonation tubes for voice disorder recovery, check out these videos:
Additionally, you can read more about the scientific background of SOVT exercises in this article on PubMed.
I hope this project helps you in your journey to better vocal health and performance. Please comment and share your knowledge to help improve the model and make it even more effective for the community. Happy printing and even happier vocalizing!