The Center for Facial and Functional Recovery is proud to present an invaluable opportunity to learn the groundbreaking Synkineedling™ technique specifically designed for individuals with facial palsy. Join us in Madrid on September 21 and 22 for an immersive hands-on instructional event. To ensure an exceptional learning experience, participation is limited to just 18 therapists who are already certified in dry needling techniques. For further details, please reach out to moc.yrevocerlaicaf@ofni.Facial anatomy consists of 17 paired muscles and one unpaired muscle, uniquely structured to originate from bone and insert directly into the skin. Unlike other muscles in the body, the facial muscles are layered and interconnected through fascial tissue, which can develop adhesions that disrupt their natural function. Understanding these connections is key to unlocking improved facial movement.Synkineedling™ is an innovative technique pioneered by Jodi Barth, PT, co-founder of The Center f ... See MoreSee Less
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2 weeks ago

The Center for Facial and Functional Recovery
🌀What is ZSH? A variant of Ramsay Hunt without the hallmark rash. 🌀Symptoms: ZSH tends to be preceded by pain which then continues after onset of the facial weakness. Other symptoms include: loss of taste, hypersensitivity to sound, inability to close the eye after 10 weeks of onset, balance issues, hypersensitivity to light, and/or ringing in the ears. 🌀Treatment: If these intensive symptoms are present, a long course of anti-virals are recommended. #bellspalsy #bellspalsyrecovery #ramsayhunt #synkinesis #facialparalysis #ramsayhuntsyndrome #zsh ... See MoreSee Less
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4 weeks ago

The Center for Facial and Functional Recovery
What is one thing you can do to spread awareness this week? Share your journey? Write to your doctors about how important it is that they stay informed about facial palsy? Thank the professionals that helped you and let them know what was actually helpful? ✨There are so many small things you can do to make a difference! ... See MoreSee Less
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2 months ago

The Center for Facial and Functional Recovery
💡Guess what?!If you are a PT who is interested in learning more about treating facial palsy, we created an online course! We can’t wait to hear what you think!www.myopainseminars.com/courses/cat-67-facial-palsy/ ... See MoreSee Less
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2 months ago

The Center for Facial and Functional Recovery
Let’s start small. What is something you can do today for your recovery? Take a walk. Take five deep breaths. Try a new exercise. Whatever it is, this is you taking an active role in your recovery. ... See MoreSee Less
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