[Dysphagia] Tx for Bell's Palsy

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E-stim has traditionally been used by PT's to treat Bell's Palsy.  However, a typical therapeutic protocol would also include daily facial massage/ exercises as well.  Try it can,t hurt.   
 
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From: pressmah@sjhmc.org
To: JMeyer@mail.twu.edu; kcopeland@sjmc.org; dysphagia@b9.com
Sent: Tue, 6 Dec 2005 12:48:56 -0500 
Subject: RE: [Dysphagia] Tx for Bell's Palsy


It is my understanding that in something like 90% of cases Bell's Palsy
spontaneoulsy resolves in 2-3 weeks  I have not looked at recent literature.
Hilda Pressman

-----Original Message-----
From: Meyer, Jennifer [mailto:JMeyer@mail.twu.edu]
Sent: Tuesday, December 06, 2005 12:34 PM
To: Copeland, Karen; dysphagia@b9.com
Subject: RE: [Dysphagia] Tx for Bell's Palsy


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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