Question
Is facial paralysis caused by wind?
Answer
According to traditional Chinese medicine theory, facial paralysis may be due to the invasion of wind in the head and face area. When a person is in a deep sleep, the entire body’s muscles and pores relax. If the sleeping environment is too cold or directly exposed to strong drafts from fans or air conditioning, the superficial microcirculation may be stimulated by cold, leading to constriction of regional blood vessels of the nutritive nerves, thereby causing brain edema and pressure on the nerve tissue, ultimately resulting in the occurrence of facial paralysis. Doctors suggest immediate acupuncture treatment. Does massage therapy benefit the treatment of facial paralysis?