Therapeutic device as a facilitating resource for esophageal voice acquisition

Abstract

Highlights • Direct esophageal stimulation aided esophageal voice after laryngectomy.• Sixty percent achieved fluent, intelligible esophageal voice after training.• The Blom-Singer® tube was effective as a non-surgical therapeutic resource.• The method offers a low-cost, accessible option for voice rehabilitation.• Auditory feedback improved patients’ perception and motivation.