Facial Rehabilitation 

Physical, occupational, and speech therapists can be instrumental in facilitating recovery for patients with facial nerve deficits, however, the training in this highly specialized field is variable and inconsistent. Let us help you find evidence based approaches and understand the pathway to competency in facial rehabilitation. 

Facial Therapy Specialists International

FTSI is a non profit organization with a mission of ensuring that patients with facial palsy have access to high quality care. This organization provides educational support and resources for Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Speech Therapists.

Membership: 

  • £28 GBP annually 
  • discount on education 
  • members only downloads 
  • access to closed Facebook discussion page 
FTSI Website

Recommended reading 

🎯 START HERE IF YOU ARE NEW TO FACIAL THERAPY  

Click here to a list of recommended articles, websites, and textbooks to support you on your educational journey. This is a great place to begin! 

Foundations of Facial Rehabilitation

Recorded webinar

This 2 hour recorded webinar contains an overview of facial anatomy and physiology, phases of facial nerve healing, and practical evidence based management strategies for each phase. Downloadable "Guide to Facial Palsy" included with the cost of the webinar. 

Course Host: Advanced Neurotherapy Education

Course Speaker: Sara MacDowell 

Facial Therapy Specialists Online Foundations Course

This 9 hour online self paced course is a required course prior to more advanced training such as the practical hands on course or direct mentorship. This course provides an outstanding foundation from which to become a facial therapy specialist. 

Course Host: Facial Therapy Specialists International

Course Speaker: Catriona Neville 

Practical Facial Neuromuscular Retraining Course 

 Once the didactic material is completed, it is recommended to  participate in the hands on FNMR course. This 3 day intensive course is unparalleled in the amount of learning. Each participant will have the opportunity to work one on one with an an actual patient, getting real-time feedback from course instructors. Click here to access the inquiry form to join the wait list. 

Course Instructors: Jackie Diels, Susan Rankin, Jodi Janczewski, Sara MacDowell

FTSI Webinar Series 

Access recorded and future live webinars hosted by FTSI. These cover specialized topics and challenging cases presented by highly specialized facial therapists. 

Mentorship

Mentorship with a specialized facial therapists on a 1:1 basis.