These are compulsory courses for everyone who works in primary care, neurology or the musculoskeletal system.
Bell's palsy usually presents with isolated facial palsy, but if you are unfamiliar with the disease or the cranial nerves, the symptoms can easily be mistaken for a stroke.
Although rare, lacunar infarction involving the lower pons can occur with isolated facial palsy-like symptoms, which is why it is important to know how to take differentials into account when assessing a person with facial palsy.
These courses cover all of the basics (and more!) You need to know in assessing someone with Bell Palsy. To enter today, follow the links below.
The Tutor – Wendy Walker
Wendy is a neurological physiotherapist specializing in facial paralysis, peripheral nerve injuries, and neurology and complex diseases.
Wendy Walker has 38 years of experience in the treatment of neurological and complex diseases such as facial palsy, peripheral nerve injuries, strokes, head injuries, balance disorders, chronic pain conditions and incontinence. She has advanced Bobath and pediatric Bobath training as well as extensive training in incontinence and sEMG biofeedback.
Wendy regularly gives lectures and courses on sEMGm, fascis palsy, neurological and vestibular rehabilitation for physiotherapists, general practitioners and surgeons. In 2017-2018 she was the team leader in the creation of 4 online Physioplus MOOC courses on physical activity and she is the expert on Physiopedia topics on facial paralysis.
The courses
These two courses should definitely be on your to-do list. Wendy has a great presentation style and makes sure you are maximizing your learning opportunities. In addition, there will be more courses later!
Introduction to the facial nerve
The facial nerve (7th cranial nerve) is one of the most stressed nerves in the body and supplies the facial muscles, which are also involved in chewing, speaking and expressing our emotions, with motor innervation as well as the innervation of the salivary glands and taste buds . The course and anatomical relationships of the facial nerve expose it to various possible injury sites that lead to facial palsy. Knowledge of the facial nerve, its course, its function and its vulnerabilities is essential for the optimal treatment of every facial nerve palsy.
Dominate the 7th cranial nerve
Rehabilitation for facial paralysis
Facial nerve palsy occurs when the facial nerve is damaged, which leads to a number of deficits. Patients may have difficulty eating and drinking, and their speech may be impaired. In addition, they may not be able to close their affected eye and therefore suffer from dry eye. Since they cannot move their lips, they may not be able to control expressions such as a smile. All of these deficits can seriously affect an individual's quality of life. While the treatment of facial palsy varies depending on the stage of the injury and the individual presentation of the patient, there are specific physiotherapeutic interventions that can improve the results in people with facial palsy.
Improve results in facial paralysis
