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Ghadery B, Hassani Z. Return to Work After Bell’s Palsy: A Case Study Based on an Occupational Therapy View. Func Disabil J 2025; 8 (1)
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1- Department of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, SR.C., Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran.
2- Department of Occupational Therapy, School of Rehabilitation, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran. ,zhassani.ot@gmail.com
2- Department of Occupational Therapy, School of Rehabilitation, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran. ,
Abstract: (239 Views)
Background and Objectives: Bell’s palsy (BP) refers to a sudden paralysis of the facial nerve (CN VII) on one side of the face. It affects function and quality of life. The present study aimed to investigate a comprehensive treatment in a patient with BP, with a special focus on returning to work.
Case Presentation: The case study patient was a 28-year-old female who was working as an engineer. After she was diagnosed with right-sided BP, she lost her job and developed symptoms of depression. The goals were to restore facial sensory-motor functions, facilitate the patient’s return to work (RTW), and alleviate depression. Comprehensive interventions, including sensory and motor programs, return-to-work programs, cognitive work hardening, and counseling, were performed in this regard.
Conclusion: Following 36 sessions of training, as assessed by the House-Brackmann facial nerve grading system, the patient achieved normal facial function and returned to work.
Case Presentation: The case study patient was a 28-year-old female who was working as an engineer. After she was diagnosed with right-sided BP, she lost her job and developed symptoms of depression. The goals were to restore facial sensory-motor functions, facilitate the patient’s return to work (RTW), and alleviate depression. Comprehensive interventions, including sensory and motor programs, return-to-work programs, cognitive work hardening, and counseling, were performed in this regard.
Conclusion: Following 36 sessions of training, as assessed by the House-Brackmann facial nerve grading system, the patient achieved normal facial function and returned to work.
Type of Study: Case Report |
Subject:
Occupational Therapy
Received: 2025/07/10 | Accepted: 2025/08/23 | Published: 2025/09/10
Received: 2025/07/10 | Accepted: 2025/08/23 | Published: 2025/09/10
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