Hope After the Stroke: Restore Facial Movement and Confidence

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Waking up after a stroke to find your face unresponsive. Smiling is a struggle, speaking is even harder, and your reflection feels like a stranger. This is post-stroke facial paralysis (PSFP). Our approach combines acupuncture and herbal medicine to tap into your body's energy, reviving facial muscle function and restoring your sense of self.

After a stroke, facial paralysis can leave you feeling trapped. While traditional Western medicine focuses on physical recovery, it often neglects the vital energy and circulation needed for true healing. Our treatment plan, built on years of experience and research, empowers patients to take back control of their lives. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), facial paralysis indicates a blockage of Qi (vital energy) and! blood, which disrupts natural facial movement. Our acupuncture and herbal treatments have led to remarkable recoveries, restoring balance, boosting circulation, and reviving muscle function.

Many people with post-stroke facial paralysis have regained their identity with our help. After just a few sessions, patients often notice significant improvements in their smile, speech, and facial symmetry. Ready to regain your facial function? Book a consultation to discover how our unique blend of acupuncture and herbal medicine can help you overcome blockages and heal.

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Symptoms of Post-Stroke Facial Paralysis (PSFP)

One side of the face may appear saggy or paralyzed, especially around the mouth, eyelid, or cheek
Difficulty in making normal facial expressions, like smiling, raising the eyebrows, or blinking
The face may appear asymmetrical, with one side looking different from the other when smiling or speaking
Slurred speech or difficulty pronouncing certain words due to impaired control of the facial muscles
Reduced sensation in the affected area, or loss of taste on the side of the face that's paralyzed
The facial muscles may feel weak or numb, which can also extend to the neck and jaw area
Pain or tension on the face, particularly in the muscles or around the jaw and temple

Our Treatment Options for Post-Stroke Facial Paralysis

Traditional Acupuncture

Specific acupuncture points on the face and body are targeted to stimulate Qi (energy ) and blood flow, and restore facial muscle function. 

Moxibustion

Moxibustion (the burning of mugwort near the skin) can be used on certain points to warm the body, expel cold, and strengthen the ( energy ) Qi and blood.

Herbal Medicine:

We will prescribe herbal formulas, based on your specific case, to help address the root cause of the imbalance, and support the overall immune system.

Electro-Acupuncture

For more severe cases or to stimulate the facial muscles, electro-acupuncture may be used at certain points, to help restore nerve function.

Our 3-Step Care Process

Step 1: Consultation

During your first consultation we will evaluate your overall health history, and your current Stroke recovery condition. We will determine the severity of your case, and set-up your first treatment.

Step 2: First Treatment

Next, we will perform your first Acupuncture treatment and provide you with herbs to see how well your body responds to our treatment and overall recommendations.

Step 3: Custom Care Plan

Lastly, we will evaluate how your body is responding to our treatment and create a custom care plan based on your first treatment results, needs, schedule, and budget. 

Recent Facial Paralysis Patients

What Our Patients Have To Say ...

I got Bells Palsy for the 1st time November 1st, and I booked my acupuncture appointments by the third day. Been going for two weeks straight, 6 treatments a week and seen a 70%-80% improvement in my Bell's Palsy!! I've done about 10-12 treatments and plan on doing more treatments!!! I'm very hopeful the treatment & herbs will help me fully heal. So thankful to have found this clinic. The staff is super friendly and nice. Can't wait to continue to see improvements!! Dr. Chapa & Dr. Juang have been treating me.

Stephy S.

I saw Dr.Ney for my Bell's palsy. I'm only in my 30s and woke up one morning to half my face being functional. This caused me a huge amount of stress. I was referred by friend who spoke highly of Dr.Ney. I've never done acupuncture before so I was nervous. Scheduling to see him was a breeze and staff were so kind. Dr.Ney was on time and didn't make me feel embarrassed. After several acupuncture sessions the Bell's palsy went away. During our sessions I was an emotional wreck but he helped me mentally feel better. I felt I got a therapy session and my acupuncture session. He's one of a kind and I am so glad I came here. He saved my face and helped with my mental health. Thank you so much, Dr.Ney! You do not know what you've done for me. I now come here for other needs. It was worth me making the hour drive to come here each time.

Lisa N.

If you are looking for a clinic to treat Bells Palsy look no further. The staff is amazing and very friendly. Dr Chapa is very knowledgeable and really listens to your specific needs. 100% recommend!

Amy L.

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