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Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine
Meta-analysis
Electroacupuncture Regimens May Improve Short-Term Response in Peripheral Facial Palsy
Electroacupuncture Shows Potential for Improving Facial Palsy Recovery
This meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials assessed electroacupuncture, alone or combined with conventional therapy, in 888 patients…
Electroacupuncture may improve recovery rates and facial function for people living with peripheral facial palsy.
Sep 19, 2026
Neurology
Meta-analysis
Corticosteroids remain first-line for peripheral facial palsy while antiviral agents show limited utility
New Options for Managing Facial Palsy and Hemifacial Spasms
This narrative review synthesizes management strategies for peripheral facial palsy, including corticosteroids, antivirals, and neuromodulat…
New treatments like pulsed radiofrequency show promise for hemifacial spasms, while antiviral drugs may only help in severe cases of facial …
Frontiers
Aug 6, 2026