Speech-language therapy focuses on improving vocal function and managing conditions affecting the throat and vocal cords. Here’s how it can help in treating non-asthmatic cough:

1. Vocal Cord Dysfunction (VCD) Management
   • Identification: Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) can identify vocal cord dysfunction, a condition where the vocal cords do not open correctly, causing cough and breathing difficulties.
   • Therapeutic Techniques: SLPs use specific breathing exercises, relaxation techniques, and vocal exercises to improve vocal cord function and reduce cough.
2. Behavioral Strategies
   • Cough Suppression Techniques: SLPs teach techniques to suppress the urge to cough, such as controlled breathing and swallowing exercises.
   • Habit Reversal: Addressing habitual coughing patterns through behavioral interventions helps reduce the frequency and intensity of cough.
3. Breathing Exercises
   • Diaphragmatic Breathing: Encouraging deep breathing from the diaphragm can help manage cough and improve overall respiratory function.
   • Resonant Voice Therapy: This technique reduces vocal strain and promotes healthy vocal cord vibration, aiding in cough management.