ABSTRACT
Purpose
To analyze the perception of fatigue in university professors, according to their level of knowledge of vocal health and hygiene.
Methods
Observational and cross-sectional study. The study counted with 235 university professors, divided into two groups: Group 1 (G1) - 201 professors with more knowledge of vocal health and hygiene; Group 2 (G2) - 34 professors with less knowledge of vocal health and hygiene. The participants answered to the Vocal Fatigue Index (VFI). The data were analyzed using the Mann-Whitney test (p<0.05).
Results
The G1 presented significantly higher fatigue perception than G2 in the factor of tiredness of voice and avoidance of voice use (p = 0.010) and improvement of symptoms with rest (p = 0.039).
Conclusion
Professors with more knowledge of vocal health and hygiene have higher perception of vocal fatigue.
Keywords:
Health evaluation; Fatigue; Faculty; Occupational health; Voice