[Meta-analysis on acupoint sticking therapy for facial paralysis].

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the therapeutic effect and safety of acupoint sticking therapy for facial paralysis. METHODS: Search the literatures in the whole paper databank of China figure medical library (Jan. 1994-Dec. 2004) and China Biomedical Literature Disk Databank (Jan. 1995-Dec. 2004). Meta-analysis was conducted with RevMan 4. 2. 5 software. RESULTS: Sixteen controlled trials involving 2 157 patients were included. Meta-analysis indicated that there was high statistically difference between the acupoint sticking therapy and simple acupuncture therapy or Western medicine therapy. CONCLUSION: The acupoint sticking therapy is effective and safe for facial paralysis.