Acupuncture Points for Eye Pain

12 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Points cited for Eye Pain

How often each point appears across the 12 entries ranked highest for Eye Pain. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • BL02Gathered BambooBladder Meridian8 of 12
  • TB23Silken Bamboo HollowTriple Burner Meridian7 of 12
  • GB20Wind PoolGallbladder Meridian6 of 12
  • GB14Yang BrightGallbladder Meridian5 of 12
  • ST01Tear ContainerStomach Meridian5 of 12
  • BL01Bright Eyes / Eye PointBladder Meridian4 of 12
  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian4 of 12
  • GV23Upper StarGoverning Vessel3 of 12
  • GB37Bright LightGallbladder Meridian2 of 12
  • LI11Pond At The BendLarge Intestine Meridian2 of 12
  • LV03Great SurgeLiver Meridian2 of 12
  • ST02Four Direction BrightnessStomach Meridian2 of 12

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (10 points)

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

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
Corroborated by a second study. ST01, BL02, TB23, GB20, GV23 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1186/1745-6215-11-107

Protocol (8 points)

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

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:10.1186/1745-6215-11-107
Corroborated by a second study. LI04, LI11, ST01, BL02, TB23, GB14, GB20, GV23 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

Protocol (2 points)

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ST08 · PC07

Point 1 of 2

ST08Head Corner

ST08 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 頭維 (tóu wéi)

🎯 Location: On the lateral side of the head, 0.5 thumb widths above the anterior hairline at the corner of the forehead & 4.5 thumb widths lateral to the midline of the head.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Fever, Shortness of Breath, Dizziness, Vomiting, Wind

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1155/2012/268237
Not corroborated. No other study in the index uses any of these points for this search.

Protocol (8 points)

100%

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

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, LI11, ST01, BL02, TB23, GB14, GB20, GV23 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1186/1745-6215-11-107

Protocol (6 points)

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LI04 · ST36 · SP06 · GB20 · GB32 · LV03

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:10.7453/gahmj.2014.024
Corroborated by a second study. LI04, ST36, GB20, LV03 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000034735

Single-point entry

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GB37Bright Light

GB37 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Gallbladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 光明 (guāng míng)

🎯 Location: 5 thumb widths directly above the tip of the external malleolus on the anterior border of the fibula.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Knee Pain, Heat, Numbness, Pain, Breast Pain

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1155/2015/641792
Corroborated by a second study. GB37 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.0000000000034735
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Using Acupoints for Eye Pain

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

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