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UMMC Voice & Swallowing Center: Voice Rest Instructions

Below is your schedule for coming off of 2 weeks of complete voice rest. (Day 1-14 NO talking). On day 15 the following amount of time is allowed for talking:

MorningAfternoon
Day 1520 min20 min
Day 1620 min20 min
Day 1740 min40 min
Day 181&1/2 hour1&1/2 hour
Day 192 hours2 hours
Day 202&1/2 hours2&1/2 hours
Day 21+3+ hours3+ hours

REMEMBER:

NOT to do the following:DO the following:
  • NO whispering
  • DO drink LOTS of WATER. Keep Hydrated!!
  • NO throat clearing
  • DO use hand gestures, write, or point instead of using your voice
  • NO coughing
  • DO take voice breaks once you are talking!!
  • NO sneezing
  • DO listen to your voice, STOP TALKING if voice is worsening
  • NO heavy lifting
  • NO strenuous exercise
  • NO caffeine
  • NO menthol/peppermint

If you have any questions or concerns, please call: UMMC Voice and Swallowing Center at (601) 984-5160.

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