Neuritis of the facial nerve Treatment in University Medical Center (UMC) — Heart Center

Neuritis of the facial nerve is assessed and treated at University Medical Center (UMC) in Astana, Kazakhstan. The JCI-accredited university hospital is linked to Nazarbayev University School of Medicine. Dr. Gulzhan Zhulamanova, head of the neurology program, has over 35 years of practice.

Diagnosis for facial nerve neuritis

Neurologists can assess facial nerve function and look for related causes of symptoms. The on-site Diagnostic Center has MRI, CT, and a neurophysiology laboratory.

• Neurologist consultation: Available with a highest-category neurologist; an MD professor and PhD staff are also available.
• ENMG: Electroneuromyography checks nerve and muscle function, with interpretation of the results.
• MRI: Imaging of the brain and spinal cord.
• CT: Imaging of the brain.
• EEG video monitoring: Available in the neurophysiology laboratory.
• Other assessments: Ophthalmologist examination, laboratory and biochemical tests, and geneticist consultation for hereditary nerve disorders.

Treatment and rehabilitation options

Treatment may combine medication with physical and rehabilitation therapies. Medication is selected for the individual; steroid therapy may be used in severe cases.

• Medication therapy: Drug treatment targets nerve inflammation and pain.
• Physiotherapy: Electrotherapy, light therapy, and heat therapy are available. Electrotherapy uses the Potok-1 device.
• Biofeedback therapy: Training helps patients practice controlled facial muscle activation after nerve damage.
• Therapeutic massage: Helps relieve muscle tension and maintain facial muscle tone.
• Mechanotherapy: Controlled loading supports muscle strength.
• Exercise therapy: Movement exercises help preserve mobility and prevent contractures.
• Hydrokinesiotherapy: Aquatic exercises provide low-load movement training during recovery.
• Neurological rehabilitation program: Inpatient or outpatient care combines electrotherapy, light and heat therapy, biofeedback, massage, mechanotherapy, exercise therapy, and hydrokinesiotherapy. The program is available for adults and children.

Online consultations are available before travel, and an on-site Patient Hotel serves patients and companions. To explore assessment or treatment options, patients can request a consultation through Bookimed.