New nursing approach shows promise for facial paralysis patients

This study tested whether a 12-week nursing program based on the Roy Adaptation Model (RAM) could improve anxiety, depression, and quality of life in 160 adults who developed facial paralysis after surgery for a giant acoustic neuroma. Participants received either the RAM program (including education, counseling, and facial exercises) or standard care. The study also measured stress and inflammation markers in the blood. The goal was to see if this supportive approach helps patients cope better emotionally and physically.