I have heard microcurrent technology was used on Bell’s Palsy patients. Is that true?
Yes, microcurrent technology was and is used to treat Bell’s Palsy patients. Bell’s Palsy is facial paralysis, usually effects one side of the face only. The cause is unknown, but inflammation of one of the facial nerves results in muscle paralysis to one side of the face. As their facial muscles atrophy (sag) microcurrent is used to rehabilitate the muscles. Doctors noticed not only was the muscles lifted and toned but fine lines and wrinkles were reduced or eliminated. Soon after, aesthetic professionals started using microcurrent in their practices as a “noninvasive facelift”. I have used other facial stimulators and they contract the muscles, the NuFace® device is not? The NuFace® device utilizes microcurrent. Microcurrent is a low level current that gently stimulates the facial muscles for long term strength and tone. The NuFace® device will NOT contract the muscles. In certain areas you may feel a slight tingling as the muscles come into balance or if conductivity gel begins to d
