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Acupuncture Points for Eye Foreign Body Sensation

5 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Eye Foreign Body Sensation:

Eye DrynessEye ItchingDry EyeEye BurningEye PainDry Eye Disease

Points cited for Eye Foreign Body Sensation

How often each point appears across the 5 entries ranked highest for Eye Foreign Body Sensation. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • BL02Gathered BambooBladder Meridian3 of 5
  • ST01Tear ContainerStomach Meridian3 of 5
  • TB23Silken Bamboo HollowTriple Burner Meridian3 of 5
  • BL01Bright Eyes / Eye PointBladder Meridian2 of 5
  • GB14Yang BrightGallbladder Meridian2 of 5
  • GB04Forehead FullnessGallbladder Meridian1 of 5
  • GB20Wind PoolGallbladder Meridian1 of 5
  • GV23Upper StarGoverning Vessel1 of 5
  • HT08Lesser MansionHeart Meridian1 of 5
  • LU09Great SourceLung Meridian1 of 5
  • LU10Fish BorderLung Meridian1 of 5
  • SP03Great WhiteSpleen Meridian1 of 5

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 ↗

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 ↗

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 ↗

Protocol (4 points)

100%

ST01 · BL02 · TB23 · GB14

Eye PainDry EyeEye Foreign Body SensationEye DrynessEye PruritusEye IrritationEye Blurry VisionEye CongestionLacrimation Excessive
Point 1 of 4

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.0000000000031468 ↗

Protocol (4 points)

100%

ST01 · BL02 · TB23 · GB14

Dry EyeEye ItchingEye Foreign Body SensationEye DrynessEye CongestionEye StrainEye Blurred VisionEye DazzleEye Excessive Tearing
Point 1 of 4

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 ↗
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Using Acupoints for Eye Foreign Body Sensation

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 Foreign Body Sensation
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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