"Effects of Real-Time iEMG Biofeedback on Facial Muscle Activation Patterns in a Child with Congenital Unilateral Facial Palsy"

Abstract

These findings illustrate the potential utility of non-invasive, real-time iEMG biofeedback for restoration of facial muscle patterning and reanimation during repeated production of 'smile' gestures in a young child with congenital and persistent idiopathic unilateral facial paresis. Moreover, this child's medical care team noted improvements in facial activity after completing the iEMG biofeedback regimen, demonstrating the potential benefit of this intervention.