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Acupuncture Points for Eye Burning

3 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Eye Burning:

Eye DrynessEye Foreign Body SensationEye ItchingDry Eye DiseaseEye PainPhotophobia

Points cited for Eye Burning

How often each point appears across the 3 entries ranked highest for Eye Burning. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • BL01Bright Eyes / Eye PointBladder Meridian2 of 3
  • BL02Gathered BambooBladder Meridian1 of 3
  • GB04Forehead FullnessGallbladder Meridian1 of 3
  • GB20Wind PoolGallbladder Meridian1 of 3
  • GV23Upper StarGoverning Vessel1 of 3
  • HT08Lesser MansionHeart Meridian1 of 3
  • LU09Great SourceLung Meridian1 of 3
  • LU10Fish BorderLung Meridian1 of 3
  • SP03Great WhiteSpleen Meridian1 of 3
  • ST01Tear ContainerStomach Meridian1 of 3
  • TB23Silken Bamboo HollowTriple Burner Meridian1 of 3

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (10 points)

100%

LU09 · LU10 · ST01 · SP03 · HT08 · BL02 · TB23 · GB04 · GB20 · GV23

PhotophobiaEye PainVision BlurredDry EyeEye ItchingEye Foreign Body SensationEye BurningEye Dryness
Point 1 of 10

LU09Great Source

LU09 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 太淵 (tài yuān)

🎯 Location: At the radial end of the transverse crease of the wrist in the depression on the lateral side of the radial artery.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in patients with cardiac arrhythmias; avoid excessive stimulation.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Shortness of Breath, Asthma, Coughing Blood, Common Cold

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1186/1745-6215-10-112 ↗
Not corroborated. No other study in the index uses any of these points for this search.

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:10.1186/s13063-022-06486-4 ↗

Single-point entry

100%
PhotophobiaVision BlurredEye ItchingEye Foreign Body SensationEye BurningEye DrynessDry Eye DiseaseEye StingingVisual Fatigue

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:10.1186/s13063-022-06486-4 ↗
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:10.1097/MD.0000000000010924 ↗
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Using Acupoints for Eye Burning

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

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