Question
My husband has facial paralysis; his facial muscles are stiff. How effective is cold compress therapy for the treatment of facial paralysis?
Answer
Based on your description, facial paralysis is usually a symptom caused by inflammation of the facial nerve. The main symptoms include facial numbness, mouth and eye deviation, tongue stiffness, and difficulty closing the mouth and leaking air. The treatment methods for facial paralysis include rest, anti-inflammatory and antiviral medications, and nerve nutrition. Physical therapy such as cold compresses, physical therapy, acupuncture, and massage can be combined. It usually takes about a month to fully recover.