Alternative
Acupuncture
for Facial Pain
Acupuncture at local jaw and distal points reduces TMD and myofascial facial pain, with specific evidence for masticatory muscle pain.
How it works
Reduces trigger point activity in masseter and temporalis muscles. Stimulates endogenous opioid release that reduces facial pain sensitivity. May modulate trigeminal nucleus caudalis activity.
What to watch for
Most evidence for muscle-based facial pain (myofascial TMD). Less evidence for joint-based TMD or trigeminal neuralgia. Choose AHPRA-registered practitioner.
Community experience
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