Doctor Vox Lax Vox User manual

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period of two years from the date of sale. Natural wear and tear of silicone, fading of paint, damage due to improper
use, incorrect cleaning, incorrect storage or intervention by third parties are not covered by the warranty. The proof of
purchase must be enclosed in the event of a warranty claim. Guarantee services are provided by Doctor Vox Health
Services and Medical Systems Ltd, Sumer 2 Street No:37/9 06420 Kizilay Ankara TURKEY. www.doctorvox.com
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These operating instructions contain the information required for proper use, correct operation and proper
maintenance. Knowledgeof and adherence to the instructions contained in this operating manual are prerequisites for
safe use. Treatment and training must be supervised by competent clinicians and pedagogues.
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Thank you for purchasing the Lax Vox Tube.
This is an original Lax Vox Tube which is produced by doctorVOX. Lax Vox Tube is made of 100% high quality silicone.
Please read these instructions for correct use and keep the manual for future reference. Should you require further
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Lax Vox Tube
Important Notes
Lax Vox Tube is not a toy, and should not be left in the hands of children under the age
of 3: Risk of swallowing, suffocation and, strangulation!
If you suffer from dizziness, convulsions or fainting, use the device only under
supervision. Risk of falling and, suffocation.
DO NOT use Lax Vox and drive!
If your voice feels tired or tense, take a break. Try using less water. If the problems reoccur, consult your doctor, an
ENT, vocal coach, speech therapist, or respiratory therapist.
If Lax Vox is used by other people, the device must be cleaned thoroughly (i.e. hand-washed with hot water and
kitchen-detergent, or swiped with a proper disinfecting swab) for hygienic reasons.
Take care not to place the bottle with Lax Vox on sensitive surfaces, especially keyboard instruments - as the
bottle may tip over and the water may leak.
Product Specification
Lax Vox is a SOVT (Semi-Occluded Vocal Tract) tool which provides artificial elongation to support your voice
during vocal training.
Lax Vox can effectively relax and cool-down your voice.
With Lax Vox, you can quickly prepare yourself for vocal performances like concerts, shows, auditions, lectures,
conferences, etc.
Product Information
Marketta Sihvo, Ph.D., a Finnish speech and voice therapist, introduced her LAX VOX -method giving workshops
at numerous international voice conferences since early 1991. She got the idea to give her patients “tube and
bottle” of water for phonating into water through a flexible silicon tube. Most of them were surprised, curious and
liked it. In a few minutes the user can perceive the idea of healthy voice production. The tube is an easy tool to
carry in the pocket or handbag and to be used to warm up and cool down the voice system before and after a
demanding vocal task, or when necessary and for fun. Lax Vox Tube, which is being used in Lax Vox Technique, is
made of a high-quality silicone. It is elastic and its length is 30-35 cm, internal diameter is 9-10 mm, and external
diameter is 12-13 mm. Product is provided in sterilized ETO package. The elastic silicon tube can be used till the
silicone loses its properties (the colour turns to yellow). Silicone tube must be kept in a clean environment and
before use, it must be washed by clean drinkable water (you can use soap or regular house detergents and rinse it
thoroughly). Keep silicone tube from direct sunlight in order to use longer.
Lax Vox by
Instruction Manual

The Numbers on the Tube
The numbers on the tube help the user to see how many centimeters the tube is immersed in the water. This provides
the user to adjust proper backpressure during the therapy.
Description of Use
Before the First Use
Thoroughly hand-wash Lax Vox with water and a small amount of house detergent; then rinse and dry.
Preparation
Fill half of the bottle with water. Then, place the tube part (levelled by numbers) into the bottle.
How It Works
The effect of the voice tool is based on three different principles
1. Massage effect: The bubbling water at the end of the tube causes a vibratory
pressure wave back to the vocal folds. This creates a vibratory massage on the vocal
fold tissues and the surrounding muscles.
2. Backpressure effect: There is a backpressure by water and narrow diameter of the
tube. Thanks to this continuous and alternant backpressure, the work of the vocal
folds becomes easier and safer. At the same time, the respiratory muscles work
properly and strengthen, as they have to overcome the water resistance in addition
to the tuning.
3. Artificial elongation of the vocal tract: Eases vocal fold vibration aero-acoustically
Phonation into the Lax Vox
Place the Lax Vox Tube the bottle filled with water. The water level should be at the first or second level over the
end of the tube in the beginning.
Take the end of the tube slightly between your teeth (Do not bite or narrow the tube).
The tongue lies relaxed behind the lower teeth. The lips enclose the end of the tube with a "kiss" without pressure,
but airtight.
Now blow and let the water bubble regularly.
Find your primal sound on which the voice should sound during the bubbling: Hold this tone and let the water
bubble in a stable manner.
Take care to keep your cheeks loose and vibrating with the bubbling. The jaw muscles should also be relaxed.
Imagine your neck and throat wide and soft.
Exercise with the primal sound about 5 minutes, three to ten times throughout the day.
Bubbling with the Lax Vox has a relaxing effect on the vocal organ. It helps with hoarseness and voice overload and
is suitable for warming up the voice before voice use.
Videos
On the official website of your country you will find an extensive video library in English with instructions,
explanations and further exercises. Visit: www.doctorvox.com or “DoctorVox Voice Therapy” on YouTube.
Troubleshooting
No voice? Or, no proper voice?
Focus your attention to your diaphragm: your voice should not come from your larynx.
Think of a boiling teapot in your stomach. Imagine your voice is the sound of bubbling which comes through your
chest.
Feel the bubbling in your throat and mouth: your cheeks must tremble. Vocalize low /hhuuuu/ normally without
tube, do the same into the tube.
Water does not bubble properly or not at all?
The voice is too nasal
Vocalize /pu/ instead of /u/
..is the tube between the teeth?
..do you sit well? –may start in standing posture.
..are the lips tight around the tube?.
Care of the Lax Vox Tube
The Lax Vox can be hand-washed with hot water and a little detergent. Avoid exposing the Lax Vox to full sunlight, as
the colour may fade.
Under normal conditions the shelf life of the silicone Lax Vox is 3 years.