Question
What should I do if my child has facial paralysis and is unintentionally drooling?
Answer
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that facial paralysis is caused by the patient’s weakened Qi and empty meridians, leading to obstructed Qi and blood flow and malnourishment of the facial muscles. Acupuncture treatment, through the principle of “tonifying the deficiency and draining the excess,” regulates and unblocks the meridians, balances Qi and blood, and nourishes the affected side of the facial muscles, restoring normal function. The application of modern electroacupuncture technology enhances the therapeutic effects of acupuncture.