Naslov
Chronic Bell´s Palsy Literature Review and Case Report: Are There Any Rehabilitation Strategies Available?

Autori
Kuzmičić, Sandra ; Pavić, Antonela ; Vidović, Anamarija ; Kuzmičić, Nikica ; Bećir, Boris ; Parlov, Mladenka ; Aljinović, Jure ; Marinović, Ivanka ; Poljičanin, Ana

Vrsta, podvrsta
Radovi u časopisima, stručni

Izvornik
Hrvatski časopis zdravstvenih znanosti (2022)

Status rada
Prihvaćen

Ključne riječi
Bell’s Palsy, Laser Therapies, Acupuncture Treatment, Mirror Therapy

Sažetak
Bell’s palsy, or idiopathic peripheral facial nerve palsy is a neurologic condition characterized by unilateral weakness of facial muscles. The evidence-based guidelines are mostly regarding acute treatment of Bell’s palsy. However, chronic cases of Bell’s palsy are not supported by strong evidence regarding treatment options, except for a weak recommendation to utilize physical therapy. This case report has presented an application of a combination of physical therapy modalities (Mirror Book Therapy, High Intensity Laser Therapy, and Acupuncture) within 10 weeks, to treat a patient with long-term sequelae. This combination of therapies has resulted in a significant improvement in the level of recovery measured by facial grading scales. However, further research is necessary to provide stronger evidence regarding the benefits of this treatment option.

Izvorni jezik
Engleski

Znanstvena područja
Kliničke medicinske znanosti

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