Immersive Virtual Reality Meditation in Voice Therapy

The study is investigating if using guided meditation through immersive virtual reality (IVR) can improve voice therapy sessions. It focuses on 30 participants who will use the TRIPP application with the Meta Quest 2 virtual reality headset. This technology is famous for providing calming or focusing meditation experiences. The goal is to see if starting voice therapy with these meditations can help people learn and remember the therapy techniques better. This research is important because stress and anxiety can make voice therapy less effective, and finding ways to enhance therapy through IVR could help people manage their vocal issues more successfully. In the study, participants will use the virtual reality headset at the beginning of their voice therapy sessions to engage in guided meditation. This approach aims to improve their attention, self-control, and reduce excessive strain on their voices. The study will evaluate how these meditations impact vocal production and therapy engagement. Although specific risks or benefits are not mentioned, the research hopes to show that incorporating meditation in this way can enhance therapy outcomes by helping participants focus better and manage their stress, potentially leading to better voice control and therapy results.