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Effect of Low Energy Extracorporeal Shockwave on Patients With Bell's Palsy
Sponsor: Cairo University
Summary
This study aims to investigate the effect of low energy extracorporeal shock wave therapy on patients with Bell's palsy.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
45 Years - 55 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
42
Start Date
2026-06-25
Completion Date
2026-09-30
Last Updated
2026-06-22
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Low energy extracorporeal shockwave therapy
Participants allocated to the experimental group will receive low-energy extracorporeal shockwave therapy (LE-ESWT) using a shockwave device set at a frequency of 10 Hz, energy intensity of 2.5, and a total dose of 2500 shockwaves per session. The treatment will be delivered to two sites along the facial nerve pathway, including the stylomastoid foramen (500 shockwaves) and a point located 1 cm anterior to the ear (2000 shockwaves). Each session will be administered for approximately 15 minutes throughout the intervention period.
Selective physical therapy program
Participants will receive a standardized physical therapy program including neuromuscular reeducation and massage therapy. Facial exercises will be performed in front of a mirror to improve symmetry and facial muscle control, with therapist assistance provided as needed. Massage therapy will be applied to the neck, scalp, and facial regions. Each treatment session will last approximately 30 minutes.
Locations (1)
Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University
Giza, Egypt