what is Bell’s palsy?
Bell’s palsy is a condition that causes weakness of the face, one whole side, or some part of the face, disturbing the function of 12 cranial nerves. Due to this, facial muscles become weak and can not perform generally, so the face looks abnormal and ugly. To get better results, we work on the frontalis, nasalis, orbicularis oris, orbicularis oculi, zygomatic major miner, corrugator supercilii, procerus, and buccinator muscles with professional exercises.
These are the best bells and facial palsy exercises.
1)PNF treatment exercise techniques for Bell’s palsy
In the PNF, two methods are used active side resistance and passive side facilitation. Simply put, the affected is helped by an external force like the patient or physiotherapist’s hand to perform the movement the patient needs. On the other hand, the external force, like the patient or physiotherapy hand, stops the active side from moving.
- Promote movement on the affected side.
- Resist movement on the normal side.
Duration: every day, 10 to 15 repetitions in one or two sets 3 times a day.
2) Stretching of lips
Stretching of lips by saying English vowel words like A, E, O, I, U, and others activate the mouth muscles Risorius and orbicularis oris.
3) Chin tuck in
Chin tuck activates the mentalis muscle and restores the chine and lower lip normal expression movement.
4) Eye close or squeezing exercise
Eye closing without squinting activates the orbicularis oculi eye muscle and improves eye movement and coordination.
5) Lifting of eyebrow
Lifting the eyebrow activates the frontalis muscle for head movement and strengthens the frontalis muscle.
6) Nose winkling exercise for Bell’s palsy patient
The winkling of the nose upward, like you have smelled something unpleasant, activates the nasal muscles and improves the expression of the face.
7) Fake smile
Fake smile practice activates the zygomatic muscles of the face. Try to smile with your hand’s help and improve facial symmetry.
8) Cheek puffing
Complete your mouth with your mouth air, and don’t let it out for 5 seconds. This activity will activate the muscles of the cheek. It activates the buccinator muscle.
9) Tongue stretch
The tongue stretch activates the Genioglossus. Tongue outside, inside, and side-to-side movement improve speaking and swallowing issues.
10) Mirror therapy
Side in front of the mirror and perform all facial movements with the help of hand or fingers.
Common mistakes during exercises
There is too much exercise repetition 4 to 5 times a day.
Use of oil during exercise.
How do we prevent further loss?
Do not repeat exercises too much during the day to prevent further loss.
What is the role of modalities in facial palsy?
Modalities improve the sensory and motor function of the face cranial nerves.
Top-notch exercises for belly palsy?
The top-notch exercises for the bells ballsy are muscle strengthening, neuromuscular re-education, and in some cases, massage is suitable for this.
what is the critical difference between Bell’s palsy and facial palsy?
Bell’s palsy is a type of facial palsy that causes temporary face paralysis due to a viral infection. Facial palsy is a major term used for face paralysis.
What are the best bell palsy and facial palsy exercises?
10 facial expression exercises for both cases are explained in detail.
What are the best facial symmetry exercises?
The best facial symmetry exercises are practicing regular facial expressions in front of the mirror. For more details, read Bell’s palsy 10 exercises.
When should we start Bell’s palsy exercises, cure, or treatment?
After the acute phase (2 weeks), gentle movements should start. After 4 weeks, start proper exercises.
What are the types of facial paralysis?
Peripheral
Bilateral
Complete vs. Incomplete
Functional or Psychogenic
Syndromic
