NCT06340009

MIME THERAPY vs MOTOR IMAGERY TECHNIQUE in Bell's Palsy

Comparison of Mime Therapy and Motor Imagery Technique on Facial Disability in Bell's Palsy.

• Status: Unknown
• Phase: N/A
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 44 (estimated)
• Sponsor: Riphah International University · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 20 Years – 40 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Not accepted

Summary

Bell's palsy, characterized by unilateral paralysis/paresis of facial muscles, is a condition with a significant impact on individuals' lives. It was first identified by scientist Sir Charles Bell, and its sudden onset can lead to social, psychological, and emotional distress. Left untreated, Bell's palsy can have long-lasting effects on a patient's quality of life, including loss of facial muscle control, emotional stress, and communication difficulties. Rehabilitation protocols encompass various physical therapy techniques, among which Mime therapy and Motor imagery technique have shown promise.

Detailed description

While rehabilitation protocols have shown promise in enhancing facial muscle control, reducing disability, and preventing long-term complications, there remains a critical gap in the literature regarding the comparative effectiveness of various rehabilitation techniques. Currently, there is limited empirical evidence to guide healthcare professionals in selecting the most suitable rehabilitation approach for individual patients. The purpose of this study is to address this gap in knowledge by comparing two specific rehabilitation techniques: Mime therapy and Motor imagery technique. Understanding which of these rehabilitation techniques is more effective can significantly influence clinical practice and patient care. By conducting a systematic comparison, this study aims to provide evidence-based recommendations to healthcare professionals in selection of appropriate rehabilitation protocol for Bell's palsy patients.

Conditions

• Bell Palsy

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
OTHER	mime therapy	1. Facial Massage 2. Frowning 3. Close eyes 4. Smile 5. Fish Face 6. Eyebrow raising 7. Breathing exercise 8. Blow cheeks 9. Mouth opening and closing. 10. Moving lips side to side 11. Blow a candle. 12. Nasal flaring 13. Chewing exercise 14. Rinse mouth 15. Speaking vowels 16. Fill mouth with water 17. Fill rubber balloon 18. Sucking water with straw
OTHER	motor imagery	1. Raising your eyebrows 2. Showing angry face 3. Closing and opening eyes 4. Pouting 5. Blowing cheeks 6. Smiling 7. Nasal flaring 8. Blowing candle 9. Deviating lips side to side 10. Chewing something 11. Speaking vowels

Timeline

• Start date: 2024-03-22
• Primary completion: 2024-08-22
• Completion: 2024-08-25
• First posted: 2024-04-01
• Last updated: 2024-04-01

Locations

1 site across 1 country: Pakistan