Facial nerve disorder

This study uses botulinum toxin (Botox) injections to treat movement disorders such as dystonia, tremor, and spasticity. Up to 2,000 participants aged 2 and older will receive tailored injections, with doctors trained in proper techniques. The goal is to manage symptoms and build…

This study tests whether using virtual reality at home can help people with recent facial palsy (within the last year) reduce involuntary facial spasms called synkinesis. About 100 participants will either use a VR self-rehabilitation program or follow standard rehabilitation exe…

This early study tests a new spring made from surgical stitches to help people with facial nerve palsy close their eyelid. The spring is placed under the skin near the eyelid center, without attaching to bone. Ten adults who cannot blink due to nerve damage will try it, aiming to…

This study looks at whether a custom mouthguard (occlusal splint) can reduce pain and improve muscle function in people with teeth grinding (bruxism) and related jaw and neck muscle pain. About 40 adults will be split into two groups: one gets the mouthguard right away, the other…

This study tests whether injecting a long-lasting numbing medication (Exparel) into the side of the nose can reduce severe face and headache pain. About 15 adults with conditions like migraine or cluster headache will receive either the drug or a placebo, then switch groups. The …

This study tests DaxibotulinumtoxinA (Daxxify) in 40 adults with benign essential blepharospasm (uncontrollable eye blinking) or hemifacial spasm (one-sided face twitching). Participants who previously used Botox will switch to Daxxify to see if it works as well or better. The ma…

This study tests whether intradermal acupuncture (tiny needles placed under the skin) can improve eye surface symptoms like dryness and irritation in people with long-term facial paralysis. Researchers will compare the real acupuncture to a placebo needle in 78 adults aged 18-65.…

This study compares how different laser frequencies affect nerve recovery in people with Bell's palsy, a condition that causes sudden facial paralysis. Researchers will measure nerve signals in the face before and after treatment. The goal is to find which laser setting works bes…

This study tests whether adding neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) to standard facial exercises helps people who have facial paralysis after a stroke. About 130 adults with first-time stroke and central facial palsy will be randomly assigned to receive either usual train…

This study is testing whether Korean integrative medicine, including Chua therapy, can help people with Bell's palsy recover facial movement and emotional well-being. Researchers will follow 100 adults aged 19-69 who have had facial palsy for less than three weeks. The main goal …

This study uses eye-tracking technology to see how people with facial palsy pay attention to faces with abnormal movement, compared to healthy volunteers. Researchers want to understand if patients focus differently on the affected side of the face. The goal is to learn more abou…

This study aims to find genes that cause eye misalignment (strabismus) and related conditions involving the cranial nerves and brainstem. Researchers will analyze DNA from up to 20,000 participants with these disorders. The goal is to better understand the genetic causes, which c…