This study will investigate if the performance on the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) is associated or predictive of the outcomes in voice, swallowing or upper airway therapy in the older laryngology treatment seeking patients. The relationship between the scores of MoCA and parameters in therapy will be analyzed. The outcomes of this study could potentially impact how investigators determine candidacy for therapy and develop patient treatment plans to meet their needs. This is a collaborative study with Emory Voice Center and the NYU Voice Center.
Age range
60 Years – 110 Years
Sex
ALL
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Change in Voice Handicap Index-10 Score Following Therapy
Timeframe: Recorded at initial clinic visit and follow-up visit after completion of speech therapy. Typically a time scale of 6-12 weeks depending on how soon speech/swallow/upper airway therapy is started.
Change in Eating Assessment Tool-10 Score Following Therapy
Timeframe: Recorded at initial clinic visit and follow-up visit after completion of speech therapy. Typically a time scale of 6-12 weeks depending on how soon speech/swallow/upper airway therapy is started.
Change in Cough Severity Index Score Following Therapy
Timeframe: Recorded at initial clinic visit and follow-up visit after completion of speech therapy. Typically a time scale of 6-12 weeks depending on how soon speech/swallow/upper airway therapy is started.
Change in Dyspnea Index Score Following Therapy
Timeframe: Recorded at initial clinic visit and follow-up visit after completion of speech therapy. Typically a time scale of 6-12 weeks depending on how soon speech/swallow/upper airway therapy is started.