Acupuncture Points for Dysuria

15 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Points cited for Dysuria

How often each point appears across the 21 entries ranked highest for Dysuria. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • CV03Central PivotConception Vessel14 of 21
  • CV04Original Qi GateConception Vessel9 of 21
  • BL28Bladder Shu PointBladder Meridian6 of 21
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian5 of 21
  • BL32Second Bone HoleBladder Meridian4 of 21
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian4 of 21
  • SP09Yin Mound SpringSpleen Meridian4 of 21
  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian3 of 21
  • CV02Curved BoneConception Vessel3 of 21
  • CV06Sea Of QiConception Vessel3 of 21
  • ST28WaterwayStomach Meridian3 of 21
  • BL33Middle Bone HoleBladder Meridian2 of 21

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (2 points)

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BL32 · BL33

Point 1 of 2

BL32Second Bone Hole

BL32 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 次髎 (cì hé)

🎯 Location: On the sacrum medial and inferior to the posterior superior iliac spine just at the 2nd posterior sacral foramen.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in sacroiliac dysfunction.

🛡️ Treats: Constipation, Pain, Urinary Retention, Infertility, Sciatica

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1155/2019/1439141

Protocol (17 points)

100%

LU08 · ST34 · ST36 · ST37 · SP01 · SP02 · SP03 · SP10 · HT08 · BL15 · BL16 · BL17 · BL18 · BL19 · KD03 · KD07 · LV01

Point 1 of 17

LU08Channels Ditch

LU08 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 經渠 (jīng qú)

🎯 Location: 1 thumb width above the transverse crease of the wrist in the depression on the lateral side of the radial artery.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution with depth.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Chest Pain, Shortness of Breath, Asthma, Vomiting

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.12998/wjcc.v9.i31.9691

Protocol (10 points)

100%

LI04 · LI11 · ST36 · SI03 · BL62 · GB39 · LV03 · CV03 · CV04 · GV20

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:10.3831/KPI.2022.25.2.138

Protocol (3 points)

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KD12 · CV03 · CV04

Point 1 of 3

KD12Great Manifestation

KD12 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Kidney Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 大赫 (dà hè)

🎯 Location: 4 thumb widths below umbilicus 05 thumb widths lateral to the cv3.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in pregnancy.

🛡️ Treats: Deficiency, Uterine Prolapse, Penis Pain, Genital Pain, Eye Canthus Medial Redness

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1155/2022/6866000

Protocol (3 points)

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ST28 · CV02 · CV04

Point 1 of 3

ST28Waterway

ST28 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 水道 (shuǐ dào)

🎯 Location: 3 thumb widths below umbilicus 2 thumb widths lateral to the cv4.

⚠️ 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: Constipation, Back Pain, Shoulder Pain, Edema, Urinary Retention

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000020376

Protocol (6 points)

100%

ST28 · ST36 · SP06 · CV02 · CV03 · CV04

Point 1 of 6

ST28Waterway

ST28 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 水道 (shuǐ dào)

🎯 Location: 3 thumb widths below umbilicus 2 thumb widths lateral to the cv4.

⚠️ 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: Constipation, Back Pain, Shoulder Pain, Edema, Urinary Retention

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.27465/d.cnki.gzzyc.2024.000579
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Using Acupoints for Dysuria

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

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