French kids help set new standard for diagnosing speech disorders

This study aimed to find normal nasalance scores for French-speaking children aged 8 to 10. Nasalance measures how much sound comes through the nose during speech, which can help diagnose resonance disorders like those caused by cleft palate. Researchers used a non-invasive device called a nasometer on 131 children to collect these baseline scores. The results will help doctors better assess velopharyngeal function without needing uncomfortable procedures.