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Acupoints for Bladder Overdistension

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Urinary Retention PostoperativeBladder Dysfunction Spinal AnesthesiaBladder Overdistension
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ST29Return

ST29 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 归来 (guī lái)

🎯 Location: 4 thumb widths below umbilicus 2 thumb widths lateral to the cv3.

⚠️ Cautions: Traditionally forbidden in pregnancy – these are the points used to bring on labour at term. Controlled data show no excess of preterm birth or stillbirth (Carr 2015), but in pregnancy needle only on a clear obstetric indication.

🛡️ Treats: Absent Periods, Swelling, Pain, Uterine Prolapse, Infertility

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Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1155/2014/892619 ↗

Related Symptoms

Other symptoms often treated alongside Bladder Overdistension:

Bladder Dysfunction Spinal AnesthesiaUrinary Retention Postoperative

Using Acupoints for Bladder Overdistension

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 Overdistension
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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