In addition to causing discomfort, facial paralysis can also affect self esteem. Evaluation and treatment are provided by a multidisciplinary team. Our program is based on clinical evidence that specific neuromuscular retraining can diminish the effects of facial paralysis. Therapists use this information to develop individual retraining programs. Together, patients and therapists retrain selected muscles by improving awareness of facial movements.
All work is done in private treatment rooms.
Treatment intervals vary with patient's goals, abilities, proximity to the program and the complexity of treatment. Because motivation is the key to successful retraining, we also empower patients with the skills and confidence needed to successfully carry out the program at home. Patients receive a home program that uses mirror techniques to self-monitor quality and symmetry of movement. During follow-up visits, the therapist will make modifications to the home program based on progress and set realistic goals for each patient. This combination of intensive therapy and home exercise maximizes results while limiting costs.