Platysma Muscle Tears
The platysma muscle is a thin, broad sheet of muscle located just under the skin in the front of your neck. When…
Dr. Katherine Aberle, MD - Otolaryngology (ENT) is a board certified Ear, Nose, and Throat surgeon with 17 years of experience. She treats the broad spectrum of ENT disorders, with particular interest in pediatrics and sinus related concerns. She was nominated a Kansas City Top Doc in 2020, and she received the Balance Award in 2019 at Advent Health Shawnee Mission for promoting Women's Physician Wellness. In 2018, she started a Women in Medicine group in Kansas City. Dr. Aberle serves on Physician Leadership at Advent Health as well. She completed her residency in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine between 2007 and 2012. Before joining Ascentist Healthcare, Dr. Aberle was in private practice in Colorado for approximately two and a half years. She later relocated to the Kansas City area, where she joined ENT Associates of Greater Kansas City. Over the years, she has developed a particular interest in minimally invasive sinus surgery, allergy treatments, and pediatric ENT disorders. Dr. Aberle also offers in-office sinus procedures and allergy drop therapy, providing patients with convenient alternatives to traditional treatments. Dr. Aberle is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and a member of the American Rhinologic Society. In 2019, Dr. Aberle received the Balance Award from AdventHealth Shawnee Mission for promoting women's physician wellness. She was nominated as a Kansas City Top Doc in 2020, reflecting her commitment to excellence in patient care. Dr. Aberle practices at multiple locations, including Ascentist Healthcare in Lee's Summit, MO, and several other clinics across the Kansas City area. She is highly praised by her patients for her thorough approach to care, clear communication, and effective treatments.
The platysma muscle is a thin, broad sheet of muscle located just under the skin in the front of your neck. When…
A platysma muscle contusion is essentially a bruise or blunt injury affecting the thin muscle of the front part of the neck.…
Platysma muscle injury is not commonly discussed compared to other neck injuries, but understanding it is key to proper treatment and recovery.…
Platysma muscle atrophy is a condition where the platysma muscle—the thin, flat muscle that covers parts of your neck and lower face—loses…
Platysma muscle hypertrophy is a condition in which the platysma—a thin, superficial muscle in your neck—becomes enlarged. Although the platysma is best…
Platysma muscle fibrosis is a condition where the normally soft and flexible platysma muscle in your neck becomes stiff due to an…
Platysma muscle infection is a rare but potentially serious condition that affects the thin, superficial muscle of the neck and lower face.…
The platysma is a thin, superficial muscle that covers parts of the neck and lower face. Sometimes, abnormal fluid-filled sacs known as…
The platysma is a thin, sheet-like muscle that lies just under the skin of your neck. Although it is rarely the origin…
Platysma muscle pain is discomfort or pain in a thin, broad muscle that covers much of the front of your neck. This…
Platysma muscle cancer is a rare but important aspect of head and neck oncology. Although primary cancer arising directly from the platysma…
The platysma is a thin, broad muscle that covers the front of your neck and extends over parts of your lower face.…
Platysma muscle diseases involve problems with a thin, superficial muscle in the neck that plays an important role in facial expression and…
The platysma is a thin, sheet-like muscle that covers parts of your neck and lower face. Although it is not as widely…
Neck muscle dysphonia is a type of voice disorder where excessive tension in the neck and surrounding muscles affects the quality, strength,…
Neck muscle strain is a common condition that can cause pain, stiffness, and discomfort in the neck. It usually happens when the…
A neck muscle sprain is an injury to the ligaments or the soft tissues around the muscles in your neck. It usually…
Neck muscle tears refer to injuries where one or more muscles in your neck are stretched too far, partially or completely ripping…
A neck muscle contusion is a bruise or blunt trauma injury to one or more of the muscles in your neck. Such…
Neck muscle atrophy is a condition marked by the weakening and shrinkage of the muscles in your neck. These changes can affect…