Efectividad del ejercicio orofacial en comparación con la electroestimulación en la rehabilitación de la parálisis facial periférica

Abstract

INTRODUCTION: To analyze the effectiveness of two therapeutic methods of orofacial rehabilitation in peripheral facial paralysis, to restore vital functions and avoid possible muscle atrophies, to contribute to the rehabilitation processes. METHODS: The research corresponds to a descriptive, correlational study, with a statistical analysis under the SPSS 21 program, which aims to collect all evidence that belongs to the previously established criteria. ANALYSIS AND DISCUSSION: The findings found in our research shows that orofacial exercises are more effective when rehabilitating peripheral facial paralysis, this therapy seeks the myofunctional balance of the patient, as well as stimulates the orofacial musculature, using massage that involves active stretching. and liabilities. CONCLUSIONS: After the study carried out, we can conclude that the most effective rehabilitation for peripheral facial paralysis is orofacial exercises. This therapy is safe, inexpensive, and has no contraindications.