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Globus & Throat Pain

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What Is Globus & Throat Pain?

Globus sensation, also known as globus pharyngeus, is the feeling of a lump or something stuck in the throat when nothing is actually there. The sensation can come and go and is typically "annoying" or "bothersome"' but not painful. It does not usually impact the individual's ability to eat, drink, or use their voice. It is often attributed to:

Throat pain is different than globus sensation, in that it is painful and may negatively impact swallowing and voicing. It may be caused by the following:

Globus sensation and throat pain are typically first evaluated by an otolaryngologist. There are multiple medical treatments that can be prescribed by a doctor which can alleviate both conditions, depending on the etiology of the condition. In some instances, further medical testing may be required before treatment can be initiated. An otolaryngologist may recommend referral to an SLP if muscle tension appears to be a contributing factor.

UR Medicine's Treatments for Globus & Throat Pain

Speech-Language Pathology Evaluation & Therapy

Our Speech-Language Pathologists, who have specialty training and expertise disorders of the throat, will complete a personalized assessment.  Assessment will include:

  • A detailed history collection
  • Laryngeal Function Studies consisting of computerized voice analysis and airway measures
  • Behavioral voice and communication analysis
  • Stimulability trials
  • Education and trials of strategies / exercises to reduce muscle tension

If you are recommended for therapy, your therapy program may include some or all of the following techniques:

  • Strengthen and re-balance laryngeal and pharyngeal musculature, including the muscles, joints and ligaments used in voice production
  • Learn techniques for producing a healthy voice while eliminating overuse
  • Exercise laryngeal muscles
  • Create a healthy motor pattern and balance pressures to achieve the ideal configuration of your vocal folds for voice use
  • Learn suppression and breathing strategies to minimize coughing or throat clearing (if this is a problem for you)
  • Reduce laryngeal irritation and maximize laryngeal hygiene

What Sets Us Apart?

UR Medicine Otolaryngology (ENT) provides services to more than 40,000 patients each year. Our specialists perform hundreds of procedures and surgeries annually, so patient care is always in the hands of well-practiced experts. As part of UR Medicine, our physicians handle more complex conditions and unusual complications than most physicians in the area. Many of our physicians are also involved in research to find new treatments for ENT-related diseases.

We use a multidisciplinary approach to care, offering highly specialized treatment for complex problems. Our providers are board-certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Our speech-pathologists are licensed by the New York State Department of Education and hold Certificates of Clinical Competence for the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), in addition to postgraduate training and certifications in several clinical subspecialties. Our entire team is committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care.

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6 locations

Ear, Nose, & Throat - Batavia
Part of Strong Memorial Hospital

7995 Call Parkway, Suite 100
Batavia, NY 14020

Ear, Nose, & Throat - Geneva

64 Elizabeth Blackwell Street, Suite A
Geneva, NY 14456

Ear, Nose, & Throat - North Greece
Part of Strong Memorial Hospital

60 Greece Center Drive, Suite 2
Rochester, NY 14612

Ear, Nose, & Throat - Brighton
Part of Strong Memorial Hospital

Clinton Woods
2365 South Clinton Avenue, Suite 200
Rochester, NY 14618

Ear, Nose, & Throat - Rochester

Highland Professional Office Building
990 South Avenue, Suite 207
Rochester, NY 14620

Ear, Nose, & Throat - Hornell

St. James Medical Office Building
7309 Seneca Road North, Specialty Clinic, Suite 102
Hornell, NY 14843

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