Which acupoints to press when the mouth is crooked: A guide to relieving facial paralysis with traditional Chinese medicine acupoint massage
Recently, among the hot topics about health and wellness on the Internet, the search volume of keywords such as "facial paralysis" and "crooked mouth" has increased significantly, which may be related to facial nerve problems caused by the change of seasons. This article will combine the theory of traditional Chinese medicine to introduce in detail the acupoint massage method to relieve the symptoms of crooked mouth, and attach structured data for reference.
1. Statistics on recent hot health topics (last 10 days)
| Ranking | health topics | search index | associated symptoms |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Facial paralysis prevention | 58,200 | Crooked mouth, incomplete eyelid closure |
| 2 | acupressure | 42,700 | Facial numbness, headache |
| 3 | Traditional Chinese Medicine Physiotherapy | 36,500 | Muscle stiffness, neuralgia |
2. Common causes of crooked mouth
1.Facial nerve palsy(Bell's palsy): accounts for about 70% of cases of acute facial paralysis
2. Cerebrovascular accident
3. Trauma or surgical injury
4. Viral infection (such as herpes zoster)
5. Complications of otitis media
3. Six key acupuncture points to relieve mouth crookedness
| Acupoint name | location | Massage method | Efficacy |
|---|---|---|---|
| dicang cave | 0.4 inches outside the corner of the mouth | Press clockwise for 3 minutes | Improve the crooked corners of the mouth |
| Cheekche point | One finger across the front and top of the mandibular angle | Thumb circular massage | Relieve facial muscle spasms |
| Sibai point | Pupil 1 inch straight down | Press lightly with fingertips | Promote facial blood circulation |
| Yifeng Cave | The depression behind the earlobe | Press deeply with thumb | Improve facial nerve function |
| Hegu point | Between the 1st and 2nd metacarpal bones on the back of the hand | Strong stimulation and compression | Distal modulation of facial nerve |
| temple | The midpoint of the line connecting the eyebrow tip and the outer canthus of the eye | gentle circular motion | relieve nervous tension |
4. Precautions for acupoint massage
1.best time: Massage once in the morning and once before going to bed
2.Velocity control: It is appropriate to treat the feeling of soreness and swelling and avoid excessive exertion.
3.Cooperate with treatment: In the acute stage, it is necessary to cooperate with the doctor’s treatment plan
4.Taboo groups: Use with caution for damaged skin, pregnant women
5.Complementary therapy: Can be combined with hot compress to enhance the effect
5. References to recent hot search cases
| Date | Hot search events | Related knowledge points |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-11-05 | A celebrity suddenly suffered facial paralysis and canceled a performance | The relationship between stress and facial paralysis |
| 2023-11-08 | Facial paralysis patients increase in cooler weather | The importance of keeping your face warm |
| 2023-11-12 | Traditional Chinese medicine acupoint massage becomes popular on the Internet | Modern promotion of traditional therapies |
6. Daily prevention suggestions
1. Avoid cold wind blowing directly on your face
2. Get enough sleep
3. Supplement B vitamins
4. Proper facial muscle exercise
5. Control blood pressure and blood sugar levels
Note: If symptoms persist for more than 48 hours or are accompanied by other neurological symptoms, please seek medical attention immediately. The methods described in this article are only a reference for auxiliary treatment and cannot replace professional medical advice.
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