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NCT Number: NCT07716683

Mirror Therapy vs Mime Therapy in Bell's Palsy

This randomized controlled trial aims to compare the effectiveness of mirror book therapy and mime therapy in patients with Bell's palsy. The study evaluates improvements in facial symmetry, functional disability, and patient satisfaction following structured rehabilitation interventions.

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Key information

Conditions

Bell's Palsy Bell Palsy Cranial Nerve Diseases DNA Virus Infections Facial Nerve Diseases Facial Paralysis Herpesviridae Infections Infections Mouth Diseases Nervous System Diseases Neurologic Manifestations Paralysis Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Signs and Symptoms Stomatognathic Diseases Virus Diseases

Age range

30 year–50 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

ULTH

Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan

About this study

Bell's palsy is a peripheral facial nerve paralysis that results in facial asymmetry and functional impairment. Rehabilitation approaches such as mime therapy and mirror therapy are widely used. Mirror therapy incorporates visual feedback and motor relearning principles, which may enhance neuromuscular recovery . Mime therapy focuses on facial exercises, symmetry training, and functional retraining.

Participants will be randomly allocated into two groups:

Mirror Book Therapy Group Mime Therapy Group

Both groups will receive structured treatment protocols over a defined period. Outcome measures will be assessed at baseline and post-intervention to determine comparative effectiveness.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

Diagnosed unilateral Bell's palsy Duration within specified study period Both genders Willing to participate

Exclusion criteria

Bilateral facial paralysis Neurological disorders affecting facial function Previous facial surgery Severe comorbid conditions

Treatment and study plan

Mirror Book Therapy

Behavioral

A rehabilitation technique using mirror visual feedback to improve facial muscle coordination and symmetry through repeated guided exercises.

Mime Therapy

Behavioral

A structured facial exercise program aimed at improving muscle control, coordination, and facial expressions.

Primary outcomes

  1. Symmetry Improvement

    Time frame: Baseline and 6 weeks

    Assessed using Sunnybrook Facial Grading System

Secondary outcomes

  1. Functional Disability

    Time frame: Baseline and 6 weeks

    Assessed using Facial Disability Index

  2. Patient Satisfaction

    Time frame: Baseline and 6 weeks

    Assessed using Likert scale questionnaire

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

University of Lahore

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Comparative Effects of Mirror Book Therapy and Mime Therapy in Patients With Bell's Palsy

Important dates

Study start
2025
Primary completion
2026
Study completion
2026
First posted
Jul 21, 2026
Registry last updated
Jul 21, 2026

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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