Question
Lately, I’ve been feeling some stiffness in my facial muscles. How should I treat facial palsy with castor oil?
Answer
The primary treatment for facial palsy involves acupuncture therapy, which is based on needle insertion at specific points on the face to achieve the effects of warming the meridians and expelling wind and cold. This can effectively reduce the edema of the facial nerve and promote the rapid recovery of facial expression muscle function. Facial massage and moxibustion therapy can also be combined to enhance the efficacy of acupuncture. During treatment, it’s important to protect the face from cold and avoid catching a cold from external wind and cold.