Question
How is facial paralysis acupuncture performed?
Answer
For patients with acute facial neuritis (also known as Bell’s palsy), it is recommended to seek treatment at a local hospital’s neurology department within 1 to 2 weeks after the onset. Treatment usually includes intensive therapy with corticosteroids, combined with the use of medications that nourish the nerves, such as Vitamin B12 and Vitamin B1. For facial paralysis caused by post-stroke sequelae, the specific treatment plan for massaging acupuncture points should follow professional medical advice from traditional Chinese medicine. It is not advisable to decide on a treatment method independently to avoid delaying treatment.