Vocal fold (or vocal cord) paralysis occurs when your vocal folds, the two bands of tissue in your larynx (voice box), stop moving. Usually, this occurs because one or both of the nerves that go to ...

The vocal folds, more commonly known as vocal cords, are small and flexible flaps of tissue located inside the larynx, better known as the “voice box.” These delicate, multilayered structures assist ...

Vocal nodules are growths that form on the vocal folds due to overuse. They can cause a hoarse or raspy voice and affect a person’s ability to sing. Treatment often involves vocal rest and vocal ...

Restoring natural vocal cord vibrations may reduce aggressive cancer activity, offering new clues about how laryngeal cancer develops.