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Neurology 212 c173 : A Case of Facial Spasms: Functional or Organic?

Credit Hours(s)3.0

InstructorsJoseph Ferezy, DC, DACAN, FIACN

Price$60.00 USD

Format(s)AudioVisual Course, Case Studies, Diplomate Level;

Educational Objectives

Evaluate a case of an adult female patient who presents with facial spasms and other complaints including facial weakness, slurred speech, and drooling.
Differentiate central causes of facial spasm from central causes of facial spasm.
Consider the effect of chiropractic adjustments on intracranial arterial function.
Develop improved skills in obtaining an accurate case history and performing a neurological examination of patient’s presenting with facial spasms.
Improve interpretation of relevant clinical findings of patients presenting with facial spasms.
List the differential diagnoses to consider in a patient presenting with facial spasms.
Identify portions of the brainstem, origins of the cranial nerves and the relationship between arteries and cranial nerves at the brainstem.

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