Effect of Thread Embedding Therapy for Facial Palsy Sequelae: A Case Series
Journal · Journal of Acupuncture and Meridian Studies (2021)
Original authors · Han GJ, Park WR, et al.
DOI · 10.51507/j.jams.2021.0058
Summary
A case report of thread embedding therapy in 12 patients with persistent sequelae after facial palsy for more than 6 months. After the procedure, Sunnybrook scores and facial symmetry indices improved.
Key figures
Number of Cases
12 cases
Improvement Rate
75%
Follow-up Period
3 months
Conclusion
Thread embedding therapy can contribute to facial function and symmetry improvement in patients with chronic facial palsy sequelae.
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