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Acupuncture Points for Burning Eye

2 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Burning Eye:

Foreign Body Sensation EyeAsthenopiaBlurred VisionDry EyeDry Eye Post-refractive SurgeryDryness Eye

Points cited for Burning Eye

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

  • BL02Gathered BambooBladder Meridian2 of 2
  • GB14Yang BrightGallbladder Meridian2 of 2
  • GB20Wind PoolGallbladder Meridian2 of 2
  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian2 of 2
  • TB23Silken Bamboo HollowTriple Burner Meridian2 of 2
  • BL01Bright Eyes / Eye PointBladder Meridian1 of 2
  • GB37Bright LightGallbladder Meridian1 of 2
  • GV23Upper StarGoverning Vessel1 of 2
  • LI11Pond At The BendLarge Intestine Meridian1 of 2
  • LV03Great SurgeLiver Meridian1 of 2
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian1 of 2
  • ST01Tear ContainerStomach Meridian1 of 2

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (8 points)

100%

LI04 · LI11 · ST01 · BL02 · TB23 · GB14 · GB20 · GV23

Eye PainOcular ItchingDryness EyeVisual DisturbanceOcular RednessDry Eye Post-refractive SurgeryForeign Body Sensation EyeBurning Eye
Point 1 of 8

LI04Junction Valley

LI04 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 合谷 (hé gǔ)

🎯 Location: On the dorsum of the hand between 1st & 2nd metacarpal bones approximately in the middle of the 2nd metacarpal bone on the radial side.

⚠️ 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: Fever, Tinnitus, Release Exterior, Absent Periods, Wind

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1186/1745-6215-14-351 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. LI04, BL02, TB23, GB14, GB20 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1155/2015/492150 ↗

Protocol (10 points)

100%

LI04 · ST02 · SP06 · BL01 · BL02 · TB23 · GB14 · GB20 · GB37 · LV03

Blurred VisionAsthenopiaDry EyeForeign Body Sensation EyeBurning EyeDryness Ocular
Point 1 of 10

LI04Junction Valley

LI04 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 合谷 (hé gǔ)

🎯 Location: On the dorsum of the hand between 1st & 2nd metacarpal bones approximately in the middle of the 2nd metacarpal bone on the radial side.

⚠️ 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: Fever, Tinnitus, Release Exterior, Absent Periods, Wind

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1155/2015/492150 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. LI04, BL02, TB23, GB14, GB20 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1186/1745-6215-14-351 ↗
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Using Acupoints for Burning Eye

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 Burning Eye
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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