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Enhancing Practitioner Skills: Insights from "The Irritable Larynx Syndrome as a Central Sensitivity Syndrome"

Enhancing Practitioner Skills: Insights from \"The Irritable Larynx Syndrome as a Central Sensitivity Syndrome\"

The research article titled "The Irritable Larynx Syndrome as a Central Sensitivity Syndrome" offers valuable insights for practitioners in the field of speech-language pathology. The study, conducted by Morrison and Rammage (2010), reveals significant findings that can help improve clinical outcomes for children with Irritable Larynx Syndrome (ILS).

Understanding ILS and Its Co-Morbidities

ILS is characterized by laryngeal muscle spasms triggered by sensory stimuli, leading to symptoms such as chronic cough, globus sensation, and dysphonia. The study reviewed 195 patients diagnosed with ILS, revealing a high incidence of co-morbidities with conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (57%), fibromyalgia (28%), chronic fatigue syndrome (42%), and chronic headaches (49%). These findings support the hypothesis that ILS is a central sensitivity syndrome (CSS), where laryngeal and paralaryngeal muscles overreact to normal sensory stimuli.

Clinical Implications

Practitioners should consider the following strategies to enhance their clinical practice based on the study's findings:

Encouraging Further Research

While the study provides a strong foundation, further research is needed to explore the pathophysiology of ILS and its relationship with other CSS conditions. Practitioners are encouraged to stay updated with the latest research and consider participating in studies that aim to uncover new insights into ILS and CSS.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: The Irritable Larynx Syndrome as a Central Sensitivity Syndrome.


Citation: Morrison, M., & Rammage, L. (2010). The Irritable Larynx Syndrome as a Central Sensitivity Syndrome. Canadian Journal of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, 34(4), 282-289. Retrieved from https://cjslpa.ca/files/2010_CJSLPA_Vol_34/No_04_226-303/Morrison_Rammage_CJSLPA_2010.pdf
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

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