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Acupuncture Points for Bladder Discomfort Catheter-related

5 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Bladder Discomfort Catheter-related:

Catheter-related Bladder DiscomfortDiscomfort UrinationPostoperative PainUrinary Urgency

Points cited for Bladder Discomfort Catheter-related

How often each point appears across the 5 entries ranked highest for Bladder Discomfort Catheter-related. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • CV03Central PivotConception Vessel3 of 5
  • CV04Original Qi GateConception Vessel3 of 5
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian3 of 5
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian3 of 5
  • CVC09San JiaoAuricular Points2 of 5
  • CYC11KidneyAuricular Points2 of 5
  • CYC13BladderAuricular Points2 of 5
  • IAC03SympatheticAuricular Points2 of 5
  • TF10ShenmenAuricular Points2 of 5
  • TR01Adrenal GlandAuricular Points2 of 5

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (4 points)

100%

ST36 · SP06 · CV03 · CV04

Urinary UrgencyBladder Discomfort Catheter-related
Point 1 of 4

ST36Leg Three Miles

ST36 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 足三里 (zú sān lǐ)

🎯 Location: 3 thumb widths below ST35, 1 finger breadth (middle finger) from anterior border of the tibia.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in cases of severe varicose veins.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Fever, Poor Appetite, Diarrhea, Shortness of Breath

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000044553 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. ST36, SP06, CV03, CV04 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20190729-k0001 ↗

Protocol (4 points)

100%

ST36 · SP06 · CV03 · CV04

Postoperative PainBladder Discomfort Catheter-related
Point 1 of 4

ST36Leg Three Miles

ST36 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 足三里 (zú sān lǐ)

🎯 Location: 3 thumb widths below ST35, 1 finger breadth (middle finger) from anterior border of the tibia.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in cases of severe varicose veins.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Fever, Poor Appetite, Diarrhea, Shortness of Breath

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20190729-k0001 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. ST36, SP06, CV03, CV04 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000044553 ↗

Protocol (4 points)

100%

ST36 · SP06 · CV03 · CV04

Bladder Discomfort Catheter-related
Point 1 of 4

ST36Leg Three Miles

ST36 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 足三里 (zú sān lǐ)

🎯 Location: 3 thumb widths below ST35, 1 finger breadth (middle finger) from anterior border of the tibia.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in cases of severe varicose veins.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Fever, Poor Appetite, Diarrhea, Shortness of Breath

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000044553 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. ST36, SP06, CV03, CV04 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20190729-k0001 ↗

Protocol (6 points)

100%

CVC09 · CYC11 · CYC13 · IAC03 · TF10 · TR01

Bladder Discomfort Catheter-related
Point 1 of 6

CVC09San Jiao

CVC09 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Auricular Points

🇨🇳 Chinese: 三焦 (sān jiāo)

🎯 Location: At the middle area from the inferior and lateral edge of the hole of the External Auditory Canal to the Nervous Subcortex. This is where the mixed branches of the Facial nerve, Vagus nerve and Glossopharyngeal nerve exit.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Tinnitus, Constipation, Toothache, Edema, Facial Spasm

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1155/nrp/3182987 ↗
Not corroborated. No other study in the index uses any of these points for this search.

Protocol (6 points)

90%

CVC09 · CYC11 · CYC13 · IAC03 · TF10 · TR01

Discomfort UrinationCatheter-related Bladder DiscomfortBladder Discomfort Catheter-related
Point 1 of 6

CVC09San Jiao

CVC09 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Auricular Points

🇨🇳 Chinese: 三焦 (sān jiāo)

🎯 Location: At the middle area from the inferior and lateral edge of the hole of the External Auditory Canal to the Nervous Subcortex. This is where the mixed branches of the Facial nerve, Vagus nerve and Glossopharyngeal nerve exit.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Tinnitus, Constipation, Toothache, Edema, Facial Spasm

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Dong Y, Long D, Fang B, Song S, Liao P, Li T, Li L.. Auricular Acupressure for Preventing Postoperative Catheter‐Related Bladder Discomfort in Male Patients Undergoing Spinal Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Nursing research and practice, 2026
Substantiated by a study. CVC09, CYC11, CYC13, IAC03, TF10, TR01 also appear in a study-reported protocol for the same search. That study did not test this prescription. doi:10.1155/nrp/3182987 ↗
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Using Acupoints for Bladder Discomfort Catheter-related

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 Bladder Discomfort Catheter-related
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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