What is it about?
After certain jaw surgeries, some people experience facial numbness due to nerve damage. This case report explores the use of laser acupuncture—a technique that uses low-level laser light instead of traditional needles—to help improve sensation in a patient with facial numbness after orthognathic (jaw) surgery. The report discusses the treatment process and its positive effects, suggesting that laser acupuncture could be a helpful option for managing this condition.
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Why is it important?
While traditional treatments for post-surgical paresthesia often rely on pharmacological interventions or passive observation, this study explores laser acupuncture as a novel, non-invasive therapeutic option. This approach may open new avenues for clinicians seeking alternative treatments for nerve recovery.
Perspectives
From a personal perspective, this case report highlights an intriguing intersection between traditional acupuncture principles and modern laser therapy in managing post-surgical complications. Facial paresthesia following orthognathic surgery can be a distressing condition for patients, often with limited treatment options. The use of laser acupuncture as a non-invasive, potentially effective approach is particularly interesting, as it bridges Eastern and Western medical techniques. While the findings from a single case report should be interpreted with caution, they pave the way for further exploration of laser acupuncture’s role in neurosensory recovery. This could be especially relevant for clinicians seeking alternative or adjunctive therapies for nerve regeneration and post-operative rehabilitation.
Emidio Ferreira de Morais Filho
Centro Universitario Christus
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This page is a summary of: Effect of laser acupuncture in the treatment of facial paresthesia post orthognathic surgery: a case report, Acupuncture in Medicine, December 2019, SAGE Publications,
DOI: 10.1177/0964528419890880.
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