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Acupoints for Facial Palsy

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Protocol (5 points)

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Paralysis Facial PeripheralFacial PalsySubacute Facial Paralysis
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ST02Four Direction Brightness

ST02 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 四白 (sì bái)

🎯 Location: Directly below pupil in the depression the at the infraorbital foramen.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution with infraorbital nerve.

🛡️ Treats: Heat, Wind, Deviation Eye, Facial Droop, Headache

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Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20241230-k0005 ↗

Protocol (22 points)

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HoarsenessDysphagiaTongue WeaknessFacial PalsyInjury Cranial Nerve
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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

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Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20250218-k0004 ↗

Related Symptoms

Other symptoms often treated alongside Facial Palsy:

DysphagiaHoarsenessInjury Cranial NerveParalysis Facial PeripheralSubacute Facial ParalysisTongue Weakness

Using Acupoints for Facial Palsy

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 Palsy
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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