Question
Is hyperbaric oxygen therapy effective for facial paralysis?
Answer
Facial paralysis, in essence, refers to damage to the facial nerve function or a comprehensive syndrome of nerve function damage caused by brain inflammation after blood circulation. Therefore, the first step in treatment is to identify the underlying cause. The main purpose of hyperbaric oxygen therapy is to assess the possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning or excessive carbon dioxide leading to poisoning, and treatment is then carried out accordingly. For simple facial palsy, acupuncture and physical therapy with a focus on blood circulation may be more appropriate as the basic treatment.