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At Crystal Touch clinic we work with residuals and complications after long-standing peripheral facial palsy:
- synkinesis,
- asymmetric or 'crooked' smile,
- facial pains, facial tension and contractures of facial muscles,
- excessive tears or dry eyes,
- other residuals and complications.
Our mission is to achieve the maximum level of recovery for every patient with complications after long-standing Bell's palsy. We are here to support you, help you and guide you on your journey to bring back your Smile!
A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step
- Lao Tzu
Take the first step towards your recovery:
1. Learn about Bell's Palsy
Why is there no one 'magic' exercise or pill that could help me recover overnight?
You will answer this question on your own after learning everything you need to know about Bell's palsy, synkinesis, contractures and other residuals. Knowledge is your best ally for your recovery. It will help you to stay positive and hopeful. Armed with detailed knowledge you can make better decisions for your recovery.
2. Online Diagnostic Session
Can I bring back my smile?
What can I expect in my situation?
Those are the main questions that Alex Pashov will answer during your Online Diagnostic Video Session. You will receive a professional analysis of your current condition, get the prognosis for your recovery and have all your concerns and questions answered.
3. Begin Your Rehabilitation
Our NeuroProprioceptive Rehabilitation method was created by our founder, Elena Pashova. It is based on the mobilization of recovery resources of our own body, the power of our mind and our ability to use our own hands as the most efficient rehabilitation instrument.
It is a unique method that is only practiced by Crystal Touch specialists. We do not use Facial Retraining exercises, electro-stimulation, surgery, Botox or any other invasive methods.
Bell's Palsy Knowledge Base
In our Bell's Palsy Knowledge Base you will find explanations and educational materials about facial palsy. This knowledge will help you to understand your condition better and will give you substantiated hope that your situation can be improved.
Bell's Palsy Video Courses
We have created a Full Video Course about Bell's palsy, to give you all the consolidated knowledge about facial palsy, synkinesis, contractures and other residuals and complications.
Latest News and Articles
Acute Bell’s palsy: what to do, what not to do and what to expect?
When you suddenly wake up with half of your face paralysed, it can be quite frightening: "What happened to me? What can I do? What should I not do? What can I expect and will it go away?"
To help you with all of these questions, we made an explanatory video about Bell's palsy. Here we explain what it is and what you can expect. Most importantly, we give you suggestions on what to do and what you should avoid when you are confronted with acute facial palsy.
Use the filter below to see the latest articles from each category:
Scientific Work
on Bell's Palsy and Its Residuals
Most of our research is focused on synkinesis. Our research and the results of our patients support our conviction that synkinesis is reversible. We present our results at various congresses and conferences, as well as in written publications.
At Crystal Touch, we conduct our own scientific research on complications and residuals after long-standing facial palsy, as well as their recovery. The research is conducted by Crystal Touch co-founder and creator of Bell's Palsy Video Courses - Alex Pashov.
Recent publications:
Presentation on synkinesis at World Congress of Neurology 2019 in Dubai, UAE
During this presentation, we propose a new paradigm in the rehabilitation of synkinesis. The new paradigm contains that the underlying cause of synkinesis is a disruption of reciprocal inhibition of facial muscles.
Presentation at WCNR 2016, Philadelphia – The Origin of Synkinesis
In our presentation in Philadelphia, we discussed our view on the most probable cause of synkinesis. We also discussed why the currently accepted theories about the causes of synkinesis cannot adequately explain this phenomenon.
Scientific article: Nerve Conduction Study in facial palsy
This scientific publication covers our special extended protocol of measuring the recovery level of the facial nerve in the course of its regeneration. In addition, we present our newly-developed method of Synkinetic Correlation, which allows us to objectively measure and record synkinesis.
Metamorphosis - a symbol of hope and transformation
A butterfly is a symbol of new hope and metamorphosis. Just like a caterpillar will turn into a beautiful butterfly, everyone can transform and change for the better. We use butterflies as reminders to maintain hope and believe in a positive change.
In our work and in our clinic you will find butterflies everywhere - in our books, in our rehabilitation materials and as gifts brought to us by our patients.
Inspiring recovery stories
A journey to recovery from Bell's palsy is a journey filled with emotions. It is a journey from despair and depression towards regaining hope, belief and self-appreciation.
We have gone through this journey with every single one of our patients. Starting with their fears during the first visit and ending with confident and beautiful returned smiles! For every patient, it is a journey that requires hard work every single day, from several months to sometimes, a couple of years. They are fighters, that fought hard to bring back their Smiles, and we have been there, with them, on this journey.
Some of our patients want to share their stories with other Bell's palsy sufferers. They wish that their stories will give you hope and inspire you to stay positive and believe that just like them, you can improve your situation.
Our Specialists
ELENA PASHOVA
Founder, Senior Rehabilitation Specialist
Founder of Crystal Touch Clinic and creator of Neuro-Proprioceptive Rehabilitation method
ALEX PASHOV
Co-Founder, Researcher & Analyst
Co-founder of Crystal Touch Clinic, conducts scientific research and analysis, presents our scientific results
JANA FIALOVA
Rehabilitation Specialist
Provides rehabilitation to patients in the clinic, actively participates in Humanitarian projects and seminars
MICHAEL LYSOY
Rehabilitation Specialist
Provides rehabilitation to patients in the clinic, actively participates in Humanitarian projects and seminars
"Bring back your Smile!"
"Bring back your Smile!" is our Humanitarian project that was created to provide rehabilitation for children and adults with heavy, clearly visible residuals and complications, who are financially disadvantaged. With such patients, our specialists work without costs.
Everything is in Your Hands!
We are inviting you on a journey. A journey not in space or time. A journey inside yourself – where under the routine of everyday life there is the real You. The book is your journey into the depths of self-perception.
This book is a bridge between you and those who need your help and your compassion. Our Humanitarian project Bring back your Smile! can exist thanks to all of you, and this book helps us to support the project. All proceeds from the sales allow us to keep working for free with participants of the Humanitarian project.