Facial paralysis hope: new rehab techniques tested

NCT ID NCT07436624

Ongoing Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Lahore Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether adding Kabat rehabilitation or kinesiology taping to standard facial therapy helps people with Bell's palsy recover better. 38 adults with one-sided facial paralysis will receive one of the two extra treatments for 8 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in facial symmetry and daily function to see which approach works best.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Kabat rehabilitation and kinesiology taping
What this could lead to: If successful, this could point to a more effective physical therapy approach for improving facial movement and appearance after Bell's palsy.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 38 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The treatments are add-ons to standard care, not a cure.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Bell's palsy Facial Asymmetry facial paralysis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

BELL'S PALSY FACIAL PARALYSIS

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Lahore Teaching Hospital

Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan

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