The Use of the Twang Technique in Voice Therapy

Abstract

Aryepiglottic narrowing is an important component in both resonant voice and twang therapy techniques. While resonant voice is considered a well-established standard in voice therapy, twang remains the subject of debate. The hesitation toward the use of twang therapy is unclear. Potential explanations include lack of familiarity and inadequate experience or training with the technique. Moreover, concerns have been raised that twang could be vocally injurious due to the required constriction within the vocal tract. There is evidence that twang therapy is an effective voice therapy tool. However, the appropriateness of its application has not yet been well-defined.