05/28/2026
Shortness of breath, throat tightness, or feeling like you “can’t get air in” may not always be asthma — it could be Inducible Laryngeal Obstruction (ILO), also known as Vocal Cord Dysfunction (VCD)
SLPs play an important role in helping individuals manage ILO/VCD through:
🔹Breathing retraining
🔹Manual relaxation strategies
🔹Voice therapy techniques
🔹Identifying triggers and reducing laryngeal tension
With the right support, people with ILO/VCD can regain control of their breathing and feel more confident in daily life!