Indigo Girls' member reveals incurable medical disorder affecting her voice
Summary
Emily Saliers, a member of the Indigo Girls, has been diagnosed with two incurable movement disorders that affect her ability to sing. She now experiences involuntary muscle movements and tremors that change her voice, and she explains that her singing will not sound the same as before.Key Facts
- Emily Saliers has cervical dystonia with torticollis, which causes involuntary neck muscle contractions.
- She also has an essential tremor causing shakes in her jaw, throat, and diaphragm.
- These disorders make it hard for her to hold a steady singing tone.
- Saliers is using treatments like massage, physical therapy, acupuncture, and Botox injections.
- She is working with a vocal coach who knows about these disorders.
- There is no cure for her conditions, so her voice will permanently change.
- The Indigo Girls plan to continue touring and will use extra singers and digital help to improve their sound.
- Fans and other musicians have shown support for Saliers and the band.
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