A chalazion is a common inflammation of the eyelid, often benign but sometimes slow to go away.
Although it can be treated medically, some complementary approaches such as acupuncture and osteopathy may help to act in depth, in particular when it recurs.

👉 Find out how a holistic approach may help reduce inflammation and limit relapses.

🔎 What is a chalazion?

A chalazion is an inflammation of a gland in the eyelid (Meibomian gland), linked to its blockage.

Common symptoms:

• Small lump on the eyelid
• Localised swelling
• Feeling of discomfort
• Sometimes associated redness

👉 Unlike a stye, it is generally not infectious and not very painful.

⚠️ Medical advice: an essential step

Before any treatment, it is important to consult a health professional (doctor or ophthalmologist) in order to:

• confirm the diagnosis
• rule out another condition
• adapt the treatment if necessary

👉 Acupuncture and osteopathy are used as a complement, and not as a replacement for medical follow-up.

🌿 Why does a chalazion appear?

🔬 The Western view

• Blocked sebaceous glands
• Local inflammation
• Predisposing factors (oily skin, dry eyes…)

🌱 The Traditional Chinese Medicine view

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, a chalazion is often linked to:

• 🔥 accumulation of Heat (Liver / Stomach)
• 🧠 stress → stagnation of energy (Qi)
• 🍔 a rich diet (fat, sugar, dairy products)
• 💧 poor circulation of fluids

👉 We do not treat only the eyelid, but the whole constitution.

🪡 Acupuncture for chalazion

Acupuncture aims to rebalance the body and reduce inflammation.

Aims:

• reduce inflammation
• encourage drainage
• improve local circulation
• act on internal causes (stress, digestion)

👉 Particularly useful in cases of:

• persistent chalazion
• frequent recurrences
• an inflammatory tendency

👐 Osteopathy: restoring circulation

Osteopathy complements acupuncture well by acting on the mechanics of the body.

Work carried out:

• release of cranial tension
• improvement of microcirculation in the face
• drainage of the ENT area (sinuses, eye area)

👉 Aim: to encourage the chalazion to resolve naturally

🔄 Why combine acupuncture and osteopathy?

Combining the two approaches allows holistic care:

• ✔️ internal action (acupuncture)
• ✔️ mechanical and circulatory action (osteopathy)
• ✔️ work on the causes and not only the symptoms

🎯 Aim: a complete approach to:

• speed up recovery
• improve comfort
• limit recurrences

🥗 Tips to prevent chalazia

✔️ Diet

• limit sugar and dairy products
• avoid too much fat
• favour an anti-inflammatory diet

✔️ Lifestyle

• sleep well
• manage stress
• avoid touching or rubbing your eyes

✔️ Local care

• warm compresses
• eyelid hygiene
• gentle massage (if recommended)

📍 Consultations in Aix-en-Provence and Cadenet

I offer personalised support with acupuncture and osteopathy, adapted to your constitution and your particular problem.

👉 Each treatment is holistic, with particular attention paid to:

• your general health
• your diet
• your stress levels

🎯 In summary

A chalazion is a common condition that can become chronic.
A combined acupuncture + osteopathy approach, alongside medical follow-up, may help to act on:

• inflammation
• circulation
• the underlying causes

👉 For lasting, holistic care.