Patient's question:
My aunt suddenly had a facial paralysis without any warning. Now she says she wants to get a massage therapy for it. What is the best way to massage treat facial paralysis?Doctor's answer:
First, when a person suffers from acute facial paralysis, it is not recommended to immediately provide massage therapy. During the acute phase, it is advised to seek follow-up treatment at a regular hospital. The individual should pay attention to preventing cold exposure and may use corticosteroids, neurotrophic drugs, or vitamin supplements depending on the situation. Some facial paralysis patients may have a more severe condition, or they may use improper methods to treat facial paralysis, which may lead to lingering sequelae. Typically, if facial paralysis symptoms do not return to normal after three months of treatment, local acupuncture or self-massage can be considered to alleviate the condition.