[Dysphagia] Tx for Bell's Palsy

[JMeyer at mail.twu.edu (Meyer, Jennifer)]

One of my graduate students developed a Bell's Palsy this semester.  She did not want to go the medication route so since we have some e-stim equipment on hand, we used it to help limit muscle atrophy while the condition ran it's course.  She had only 5 sessions which lasted approx. 30 min. each. during which she performed OM ex. or simply ate her lunch.  Within 2-3 weeks her Palsy was completely resolved.  I DO NOT claim the e-stim was responsible for a rather quick resolution of the condition, but it might merit further study?
Jennifer S. Meyer, M.A. CCC-SLP
Asst. Clinical Professor
Texas Woman's University

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	I am looking for any information regarding SLP involvement in the
	treatment of Bell's Palsy.  Specifically, what, if any, treatment
	interventions are appropriate and effective?  Also, any good support
	resources would be helpful.  I have a friend who has a friend diagnosed
	following childbirth and they are seeking guidance. 
	
	Thanks in advance.
	karen
	
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