Use of the neuromuscular bandage in orofascial dysfunctions Uso del vendaje neuromuscular en disfunciones orofasciales Intervention from Physiotherapy and Speech Therapy

Abstract

Introduction In the last decade, the neuromuscular bandage has become a technique has been used in pathologies like oral learning, sensitivity, lip closure, oral suction, motor incoordination for swallowing and chewing. This  technique has been shown to have a significant effect in increasing the quality of life of patients with conditions of this type. Method A literature reflection study on the use of the neuromuscular bandage for Speech therapy and physiotherapy in head and neck disorders. Review of the studies from the year 2000 to 2017, literature that will contemplate the following DeCS terms: Speech therapy, Sialorrhea, athletic Tape, Deglutition Disorders and mastication. Results with the data in the evidence is linked to the neuromuscular debt is a location in the area of Speech theraphy and physiotherapy that care in the care of patients with pathologies such as cerebral palsy, autism and neuromuscular diseases that produce problems such as dysphonia impaired swallowing , hypotonia in the musculature of the neck, orofacial dysfunctions that alter the activities of the person’s daily life. Conclusion The neuromuscular bandage is a tool for the functions of speech theraphy and physiotherapy in orofacial dysfunctions, this method has effects on the motor functions are altered by neurological pathologies that alter the activities of daily life and the quality of life of patients. In addition, we must emphasize the need for research with a larger  population to measure the impact of this type of intervention and its results at a functional level.