Opening the “Black Box” of Voice Therapy: Investigating CVT-Voice Therapy in pMTD Using Thematic Analysis and the Rehabilitation Treatment Specification System

Key Points

• This research aims to understand the mechanisms of CVT-voice therapy for primary muscle tension dysphonia (pMTD).
• Utilized thematic analysis to evaluate data from voice therapy sessions.
• Applied the Rehabilitation Treatment Specification System to categorize therapy elements.
• Conducted a systematic review of the intervention to assess outcomes.
• Identified key themes related to the efficacy of CVT-voice therapy.
• Highlighted specific strategies that contribute to successful rehabilitation.
• Provided insights into the complexities of implementing voice therapy for pMTD.