The use of ultrasound in the management of bells's palsy: case studies

ABSTRACT

Four cases of bell's palsy were managed using low intensity continous ultrasonic energy. Two cases reported for treament within two weeks of the onset; one case within one week of onset while the last case was about six months old. Average of five treatments were given over a two week period; using 0.5 -0.8 watts/cm2 for five minutes over the mestoid process region. Feldene gel was used as couplant. All cases recovered spontaneously