How to find your Hyoid Bone

#hyoidbone #voicemassage #vocaltechnique Have you heard of the hyoid bone but never quite managed to find it? In this video, I'll show you a simple way to locate your hyoid bone and feel how it moves. We'll also talk about why the hyoid bone is interesting for singers and how gentle massage around the area may help release unnecessary tension. The hyoid bone is a horseshoe-shaped bone located just above the larynx. It is connected to many of the muscles involved in speaking, swallowing, and singing. In this video you'll learn: • How to find your hyoid bone • How to check that you've found the right structure • Why the hyoid bone matters for singers • A simple massage technique for the area around the hyoid bone This video is especially helpful for singers who want to better understand their vocal anatomy, reduce unnecessary tension, and develop greater awareness of the area under the chin. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 00:12 How to Find Your Hyoid Bone 00:56 How to Check That You've Found It 01:22 Why the Hyoid Bone Matters for Singers 02:04 A Simple Hyoid Bone Massage 02:43 Closing ⚠️ DISCLAIMER This video is intended for educational purposes and self-massage only. Do not perform these techniques on another person and do not allow anyone without appropriate training to massage the front of your neck. If anything feels painful, uncomfortable, or wrong, stop immediately. For medical concerns or questions regarding your health, please consult a qualified healthcare professional. 🎵 About Mia Karlsson Voice Studio Voice teacher and singer with more than 30 years of professional experience. Musical theatre roles include Christine in The Phantom of the Opera and Belle in Beauty and the Beast. • Master's Degree in Vocal Pedagogy (Malmö Academy of Music) • Estill Level 1 & 2 Advanced • Certified Revoice Voice Massage Therapist • Certified EFT Practitioner • Faculty Member at Balettakademien Professional Musical Theatre Program 🌐 Website: https://miakarlsson.com On this channel, I share knowledge about the voice, vocal technique, voice care, and how to use your voice in a healthy and sustainable way over time. Here you'll find: • vocal exercises • warm-ups • voice massage • help for vocal fatigue • stretch and mobility exercises • support for stage fright and performance anxiety Feel free to subscribe if you'd like more practical exercises for a freer, healthier, and more efficient voice. #hyoidbone #voicemassage #vocalanatomy #voicecare #suprahyoid #tonguetension #larynx #vocalhealth #vocalcoach #singers #singingtips #vocaltechnique #tonguemobility #selfmassage #voicefreedom