Question
How effective is acupuncture treatment for facial paralysis?
Answer
Facial paralysis is usually caused by inflammation or other damage to the facial nerve, resulting in the loss of facial muscle function. Acupuncture treatment for facial paralysis is completely feasible. In Western medicine, it is normally recommended that patients seek out a skilled acupuncturist within one week or after a week in the early treatment stage to promote recovery of the facial nerve. With proper acupuncture, the effects can be quite good.