Books    Speechless: Living with Spasmodic Dysphonia Author: Dot Sowerby Price: $12.00 This book is produced by the National Spasmodic Dysphonia Association. "Speechless: Living with Spasmodic Dysphonia?" is the biography of NSDA Board Member Dot Sowerby?s experience with SD as told to Betty Schonauer. Also featured in the publication are I Climb Over My Voice by Jean Newcomer and An SD's Experience with Depression by French O'Shields, D.Min. as well as articles by Michael Rolnick, Ph.D. of William Beaumont Hospital in Michigan and Michael Rontal, M.D. of Associates in Otolaryngology also in Michigan. Add this item to the shopping cart        Prince Bear and Pauper Bear Author: Emily Lim Price: $16.00 This hard cover, beautifully illustrated book is about Pauper Bear who is a sad little teddy bear who longs to be loved. Prince Bear is a proud bear who loves himself. When their paths take different turns, the two bears discover that things do not happen as they expect. In the process, the two teddy bears come to experience love and friendship with new perspectives. The picture book is written for children from five years old and up, and also for younger children whose parents and guardians are reading with them. It has many themes which can appeal at several levels - love and charity towards others, having a heart to share with siblings & friends, going beyond appearances and also about second chances in life. This story was inspired by author Emily Lim's own personal struggles of coping with Spasmodic Dysphonia for the past nine years. Please note: A limited quantity of these books were donated to the NSDA by the author Emily Lim and the proceeds from the sale of this book supports the organization. Add this item to the shopping cart        Easier Done than Said...Living with a Broken Voice Author: Karen Feeley Price: $15.00 Written by those who suffer from SD, and professionals who work with SD patients, it is a compendium of shared experiences from within the SD community. For those who have been coping with SD for years, we hope this book will provide you with some new ideas to address current issues you might be facing. For those who are recently diagnosed or who are still seeking answers to this strange ailment, we hope this book will serve as a useful reference guide as you begin your journey through life with SD. For friends, family members, or co-workers of those with SD, we hope this book will help you to better understand the plight of people dealing with SD. Pre-order your copy today! This book will be shipped after April 1, 2008. Add this item to the shopping cart        Insurance Assistance Approval and the Appeal Process in the Treatment of SD Price: $2.50 Navigating the insurance approval and appeal process can be daunting, but with the right tools it is possible to obtain coverage of treatment for Spasmodic Dysphonia. The NSDA has prepared this booklet to assist with insurance approvals and appeals for the treatment of Spasmodic Dysphonia with botulinum toxin type A (Botox®).Guidelines for Insurance Approval and the Appeal Process in the Treatment of Spasmodic Dysphonia with botulinum toxin injections. Please note: You may download the PDF version of this booklet for free or order it from $2.50 Download the Adobe Postcript File Add this item to the shopping cart       Brochures    Understanding Spasmodic Dysphonia Price: n/c This brochure is produced by the National Spasmodic Dysphonia Association and it examines the symptoms, causes, and treatments for spasmodic dysphonia along with an explanation of the goals of the NSDA. Add this item to the shopping cart        Spasmodic Dysphonia General Kit Price: n/c The introduction packet includes information on the symptoms of and treatment for spasmodic dysphonia along with a copy of the NSDA Newsletter. Add this item to the shopping cart        Three-Fold Wallet Card on Spasmodic Dysphonia Price: $0.10 This handy business-size card explains what is spasmodic dysphonia. [Can be purchased in bulk quantities.] Add this item to the shopping cart        Laryngeal Denervation Reinnervation Surgery for Adductor Spasmodic Dysphonia Price: $0.20 This brochure for physicians includes general information on the surgery, as well as risks and benefits. Add this item to the shopping cart        Your Botulinum Toxin Injection..What to Expect Price: $0.20 This brochure provides an overview of the expectations of botulinum toxin injections for both ADductor and ABductor spasmodic dysphonia. Add this item to the shopping cart       Videos/Tapes/CD    What is Spasmodic Dysphonia? Video Price: $10.00 This 15-minute video, produced by the National Spasmodic Dysphonia Association and winner of the Crystal Medallion Award from the American Medical Association answers questions about spasmodic dysphonia, how it is treated, and the emotional effects. Add this item to the shopping cart        Understanding Spasmodic Dysphonia DVD Price: $15.00 The “Understanding Spasmodic Dysphonia” DVD contains over an hour of interviews including an overview of Spasmodic Dysphonia; discussions with healthcare experts about diagnosis, treatment, and research; patient interviews including NPR journalist Diane Rehm and singer Jimmie Rogders, along with voice samples of the disorder. The DVD is appropriate for persons affected with Spasmodic Dysphonia, family members and friends, healthcare professionals and others who are interested in Spasmodic Dysphonia and its impact on people's lives. Add this item to the shopping cart        Understanding Spasmodic Dysphonia DVD - PAL Version Price: $15.00 Please note: This is the PAL Version of the DVD which will play on DVD players outside of North America. The “Understanding Spasmodic Dysphonia” DVD contains over an hour of interviews including an overview of Spasmodic Dysphonia; discussions with healthcare experts about diagnosis, treatment, and research; patient interviews including NPR journalist Diane Rehm and singer Jimmie Rogders, along with voice samples of the disorder. The DVD is appropriate for persons affected with Spasmodic Dysphonia, family members and friends, healthcare professionals and others who are interested in Spasmodic Dysphonia and its impact on people's lives. Add this item to the shopping cart       Newsletters    NSDA Newsletter Price: $35.00 Produced by the National Spasmodic Dysphonia Association, the NSDA Newsletter gives updates of scientific research and current happenings. We ask for a voluntary membership of $35 to join the NSDA. You will receive a subscription to the NSDA Newsletter and become part of a network of SD patients and friends. Add this item to the shopping cart       Merchandise    "Self-Portrait at 40" Note Cards Price: $15.00 Produced by the National Spasmodic Dysphonia Association (NSDA) and designed by John S. Hunsinger, Jr., NSDA Past President and Treasurer, this color 5" x 7" card comes in a set of ten featuring the image "Self-Portrait at 40." Add this item to the shopping cart        "Heart in Flight" Note Cards Price: $15.00 Produced by the National Spasmodic Dysphonia Association (NSDA) and designed by John S. Hunsinger, Jr., NSDA Past President and Treasurer, this color 5" x 7" card comes in a set of ten featuring the image "Heart in Flight." Add this item to the shopping cart