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Acupuncture Points for Facial Nerve Injury

2 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Facial Nerve Injury:

Facial Nerve InjuryParalysis FacialParalysis Facial NerveLateral Rectus PalsyStrabismus

Points cited for Facial Nerve Injury

How often each point appears across the 2 entries ranked highest for Facial Nerve Injury. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • GB14Yang BrightGallbladder Meridian2 of 2
  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian2 of 2
  • SI18Cheek Bone HoleSmall Intestine Meridian2 of 2
  • ST04Earth GranaryStomach Meridian2 of 2
  • ST06Jaw BoneStomach Meridian2 of 2
  • BL02Gathered BambooBladder Meridian1 of 2
  • GB01Pupil CreviceGallbladder Meridian1 of 2
  • GB20Wind PoolGallbladder Meridian1 of 2
  • LI19Grain Bone HoleLarge Intestine Meridian1 of 2
  • ST01Tear ContainerStomach Meridian1 of 2
  • ST02Four Direction BrightnessStomach Meridian1 of 2
  • ST05Great ReceptionStomach Meridian1 of 2

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (13 points)

100%

LI04 · LI19 · ST01 · ST04 · ST05 · ST06 · SI18 · BL02 · TB23 · GB01 · GB14 · GB20 · XH04

Paralysis FacialStrabismusLateral Rectus PalsyFacial Nerve Injury
Point 1 of 13

LI04Junction Valley

LI04 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 合谷 (hé gǔ)

🎯 Location: On the dorsum of the hand between 1st & 2nd metacarpal bones approximately in the middle of the 2nd metacarpal bone on the radial side.

⚠️ Cautions: Traditionally forbidden in pregnancy – these are the points used to bring on labour at term. Controlled data show no excess of preterm birth or stillbirth (Carr 2015), but in pregnancy needle only on a clear obstetric indication.

🛡️ Treats: Fever, Tinnitus, Release Exterior, Absent Periods, Wind

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20250220-k0009 ↗

Protocol (7 points)

90%

LI04 · ST02 · ST04 · ST06 · SI18 · TB17 · GB14

Paralysis Facial NerveFacial Nerve Injury
Point 1 of 7

LI04Junction Valley

LI04 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 合谷 (hé gǔ)

🎯 Location: On the dorsum of the hand between 1st & 2nd metacarpal bones approximately in the middle of the 2nd metacarpal bone on the radial side.

⚠️ Cautions: Traditionally forbidden in pregnancy – these are the points used to bring on labour at term. Controlled data show no excess of preterm birth or stillbirth (Carr 2015), but in pregnancy needle only on a clear obstetric indication.

🛡️ Treats: Fever, Tinnitus, Release Exterior, Absent Periods, Wind

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

牙祖蒙,王建华,李忠禹,谭颖徽. 穴位电针刺激对面神经再生过程中神经营养因子-3mRNA表达的影响. 中华理疗杂志 ., 2000 [CNKI]
Substantiated by a study. LI04, ST04, ST06, SI18, GB14 also appear in a study-reported protocol for the same search. That study did not test this prescription. doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20250220-k0009 ↗
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Using Acupoints for Facial Nerve Injury

Self-Treatment Guidelines

  • Locate acupoints using anatomical landmarks
  • Apply firm, steady pressure for 1-3 minutes
  • Treat 2-3 times daily for best results

When to Seek Professional Help

  • Severe or persistent Facial Nerve Injury
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

Disclaimer: The acupoint information provided is for educational purposes only.