Category: Orofacial

How Acupuncture Affects Neuropathy of Trigeminal Neuralgia

by Michelle Thelen, posted in Orofacial

Neuropathic pain from TN is caused by damage or obstruction of one or more branches of the trigeminal nerve. Acupuncture is effective in many cases because of its ability to modulate the perception of pain along nerve pathways (Robinson, 2016). There is an acceptance being granted in the field of neuroscience towards acupuncture as more … Continue reading How Acupuncture Affects Neuropathy of Trigeminal Neuralgia

Case Example of Trigeminal Neuralgia

by Michelle Thelen, posted in Orofacial

Acupuncture has been recognized by the National Institute of Health to be effective as a stand-alone or adjunctive treatment modality for patients with various types of pain.  One of the worst types of pain involves the head, jaw, and face. how does acupuncture help relieve trigeminal neuralgia TN is a neuropathic type of pain that … Continue reading Case Example of Trigeminal Neuralgia