[Dysphagia] Tx for Bell's Palsy

[bsonies at comcast.net (Barbara C. Sonies)]

Bells Palsy usually clears on its own in 3-6 weeks (Zemlin)  and other
articles.


> From: "Meyer, Jennifer" <JMeyer@mail.twu.edu>
> Date: Tue, 6 Dec 2005 11:33:56 -0600
> To: "Copeland, Karen" <kcopeland@sjmc.org>, <dysphagia@b9.com>
> Conversation: Tx for Bell's Palsy
> Subject: RE: [Dysphagia] Tx for Bell's Palsy
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> 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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> From: dysphagia-bounces@b9.com on behalf of Copeland, Karen
> Sent: Mon 12/5/2005 8:27 AM
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> Subject: [Dysphagia] Tx for Bell's Palsy
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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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