I'm not sure where the thread is for Carol. but see her website. regarding VCD. I have heard from a MD that there is a corellation between RSIs and the swallowing problem but I don't know if it is strictly VCD. I do know that when some people with RSI learn to use voice activated software, they may develop a diff kind of RSI in the throat area. Working with a speech therapist that specializes in this can sometimes help.

http://cantbreathesuspectvcd.com/

"CAN'T BREATHE? SUSPECT VOCAL CORD DYSFUNCTION!
by Carol Sidofsky"