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Acupuncture Points for Dry Eye Disease

8 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Dry Eye Disease:

Dry EyeEye DrynessDryness EyeEye BurningEye Foreign Body SensationEye Itching

Points cited for Dry Eye Disease

How often each point appears across the 8 entries ranked highest for Dry Eye Disease. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • BL01Bright Eyes / Eye PointBladder Meridian5 of 8
  • BL02Gathered BambooBladder Meridian5 of 8
  • GB37Bright LightGallbladder Meridian3 of 8
  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian3 of 8
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian3 of 8
  • TB23Silken Bamboo HollowTriple Burner Meridian3 of 8
  • ST01Tear ContainerStomach Meridian2 of 8
  • ST02Four Direction BrightnessStomach Meridian2 of 8
  • GB01Pupil CreviceGallbladder Meridian1 of 8
  • GB14Yang BrightGallbladder Meridian1 of 8
  • GB20Wind PoolGallbladder Meridian1 of 8
  • KD03Great StreamKidney Meridian1 of 8

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (6 points)

100%

LI04 · ST02 · ST36 · BL02 · TB23 · GB37

Eye DrynessTear Film InstabilityEye DiscomfortDry Eye Disease
Point 1 of 6

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:10.1089/acm.2020.0524 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. LI04, ST36, BL02, GB37 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.3389/fmed.2026.1738110 ↗

Protocol (6 points)

100%

LI20 · ST01 · SI01 · SI03 · BL01 · BL02

AnxietyDepressionBlurred VisionEye PainDry EyeForeign Body SensationDryness EyeDry Eye DiseaseVisual FatigueOcular Pain
Point 1 of 6

LI20Receiving Fragrance

LI20 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 迎香 (yíng xiāng)

🎯 Location: In the nasolabial groove at the level of the midpoint of the lateral border of the ala nasi.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep needling; proximity to facial artery.

🛡️ Treats: Shortness of Breath, Constipation, Heat, Wind, Numbness

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.2147/OPTH.S476573 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. BL01, BL02 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.3389/fmed.2026.1738110 ↗

Protocol (10 points)

100%

LI04 · ST36 · SP06 · BL01 · BL02 · KD03 · GB01 · GB20 · GB37 · LV03

Red EyesDryness EyeVisual DisturbanceForeign Body Sensation EyeEye FatigueDry Eye DiseaseBurning Sensation Eye
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:10.3389/fmed.2026.1738110 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. LI04, ST36, BL02, GB37 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1089/acm.2020.0524 ↗

Protocol (6 points)

100%

LI04 · ST02 · ST36 · BL02 · TB23 · GB37

Dry EyeDry Eye Disease
Point 1 of 6

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:10.1089/acm.2020.0524 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. LI04, ST36, BL02, GB37 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.3389/fmed.2026.1738110 ↗

Protocol (5 points)

100%

ST01 · BL02 · TB23 · GB14 · XH05

Dry EyeDry Eye Disease
Point 1 of 5

ST01Tear Container

ST01 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 承泣 (chéng qì)

🎯 Location: With eyes looking straight forward, point is directly below pupil between eyeball and infraorbital ridge.

⚠️ Cautions: Contraindicated for direct needling; use only pressure.

🛡️ Treats: Tinnitus, Common Cold, Heat, Wind, Redness

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000036864 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. BL02, TB23 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1089/acm.2020.0524 ↗

Single-point entry

100%
Eye PainEye ItchingEye Foreign Body SensationEye BurningEye DrynessDry Eye DiseaseEye Photophobia

BL01Bright Eyes / Eye Point

BL01 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 睛明 (jīng míng)

🎯 Location: In the depression the slightly above the inner canthus.

⚠️ Cautions: Contraindicated for direct needling; use only pressure.

🛡️ Treats: Heat, Wind, Redness, Swelling, Aversion Cold

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000010924 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. BL01 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.2147/OPTH.S476573 ↗
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Using Acupoints for Dry Eye Disease

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

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