The Injury Hub
Facial Palsy: Info, Symptoms & Physiotherapy Treatment.
Our Chartered Physiotherapists across Ireland are experts in the causes, symptoms and treatment of facial palsy.
The Injury Hub: Facial Palsy
What is Facial Palsy?
Bell’s Palsy or Facial Palsy is a disorder that affects nerves and muscles in the face causing paralysis or drooping of one side of the face. Most people who experience the condition are concerned about the unsightly and unbalanced look it gives to their faces. Fortunately, such imbalances are completely resolved in most cases.
How We Can Help.
Symptoms, Treatment & How We Can Help Your Recovery.
Learn about common Facial Palsy symptoms, effective treatments, and how our expert team supports your recovery journey every step of the way.
Symptoms Of Facial Palsy
Facial palsy can affect the ability to eat and drink, and it can be difficult to form normal facial expressions. If the face is mostly or fully paralysed, there may be a difficulty with closing one eye, which can leave the eye vulnerable and exposed particularly during sleep. Some sufferers may experience episodes of drooling from the side of the mouth.
Facial palsy may also be accompanied by a sensitivity to sound on the affected side. Some people experience headache and in particular may experience pain in the head just behind the ear on the affected side. This is often the first symptom of an incipient Facial palsy.
Facial Palsy Treatment
Physiotherapy can be helpful to Facial Palsy in strengthening the facial muscles to avoid wastage and in resensitivisation of the affected nerves. Pain relief is also something that we can assist with.
Our physiotherapists may prescribe a number of exercises that have proven to improve this condition. Tailored facial exercises can help to improve facial function, mainly for people with moderate paralysis and chronic cases
Our Expertise
We have Physiotherapists who specialise in the diagnoses and treatment of Facial Palsy. We will provide expert treatment for strengthen facial muscles and resolve muscular balance. The treatment provided will depend on the level of muscular weakness in the individual and once this is assessed, a personalised treatment plan will be outlined.
All of our Chartered Physiotherapists are fully qualified and insured, with clinical experience in in the treatment of Facial Palsy, so you can be sure you’re in safe hands.
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How Much Does It Cost?
Please refer to our individual clinic location pages for pricing information.
What Are Your Clinic Hours?
Monday – Friday: 8am to 8pm
Saturday: 9am to 5pm
Sunday: Closed
*Please note, opening times can vary between clinics
Where Is This Service Available?
This service is available in any of our nationwide clinics.
Am I Covered By Health Insurance?
We work with all major insurers – Vhi, Laya and Irish Life. We recommend you check your own policy for its terms and conditions to see what cover you have.
How Do I Contact You?
Our Patient Services team is available to help you Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm, and Saturdays from 8:00am to 4:00pm.
Call Us: 01 611 1740
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