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Acupuncture Points for Anal Pain

2 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Anal Pain:

Anxiety Post-operativeBleeding RectalConstipation Post-operativeHemorrhoidsPost-operative Pain

Points cited for Anal Pain

How often each point appears across the 2 entries ranked highest for Anal Pain. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • BL57Mountain SupportBladder Meridian2 of 2
  • GV01Long StrengthGoverning Vessel2 of 2
  • BL25Large Intestine Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 2
  • BL32Second Bone HoleBladder Meridian1 of 2
  • BL35Meeting Of YangBladder Meridian1 of 2
  • GV02Lumbar PointGoverning Vessel1 of 2
  • GV04Life GateGoverning Vessel1 of 2

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (4 points)

100%

BL57 · GV01 · GV02 · GV04

Post-operative PainAnal PainAnxiety Post-operativeConstipation Post-operative
Point 1 of 4

BL57Mountain Support

BL57 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 承山 (chéng shān)

🎯 Location: On the posterior midline of the leg between BL40 and BL60 in the pointed depression the formed below gastrocnemius belly when leg is stretched or heel is lifted.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in severe varicose veins.

🛡️ Treats: Constipation, Pain, Rectal Prolapse, Malaria, Hemorrhoids

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1016/j.joim.2020.08.001 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. BL57, GV01 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.13193/j.issn.1673-7717.2017.12.003 ↗

Protocol (5 points)

100%

BL25 · BL32 · BL35 · BL57 · GV01

HemorrhoidsBleeding RectalAnal Pain
Point 1 of 5

BL25Large Intestine Shu Point

BL25 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 大腸俞 (dà cháng yú)

🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the GV03 at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 4th lumbar vertebra.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling.

🛡️ Treats: Diarrhea, Common Cold, Constipation, Abdominal Bloating, Abdominal Pain

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13193/j.issn.1673-7717.2017.12.003 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. BL57, GV01 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1016/j.joim.2020.08.001 ↗
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Using Acupoints for Anal Pain

Self-Treatment Guidelines

  • Locate acupoints using anatomical landmarks
  • Apply firm, steady pressure for 1-3 minutes
  • Treat 2-3 times daily for best results

When to Seek Professional Help

  • Severe or persistent Anal Pain
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

Disclaimer: The acupoint information provided is for educational purposes only.