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Dr. Katherine Murphy Shaw, CSCD, OTR/L is an occupational therapist in Coralville, IA specializing in occupational therapy. Dr. Katherine Murphy Shaw, CSCD, OTR/L is affiliated with University of Iowa Health Care.
Facial Paralysis
Facial paralysis is an inability to move the muscles in the face. It often affects only one side, and it can happen quite suddenly. Facial paralysis may make one's face feel frozen or numb.
Facial paralysis can happen when there is inflammation or damage to either the part of the brain that controls the facial muscles or the nerve that carries signals from the brain to the face. Some common causes include:
Facial paralysis is a frustrating and frightening experience, but many cases are temporary and go away on their own. Even with more difficult cases, there are treatment options available, including rehabilitation, pain management, and surgery.
She has a state license in Iowa.
Licensed In: Iowa
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Dr. Katherine Shaw is an occupational therapy specialist in Iowa City, IA and Coralville, IA. Her areas of expertise include the following: lymphedema, facial paralysis, and rehabilitation. She is affiliated with the University of Iowa Health Care.
