Acupuncture Points for Glaucoma

7 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Points cited for Glaucoma

How often each point appears across the 7 entries ranked highest for Glaucoma. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • GB20Wind PoolGallbladder Meridian4 of 7
  • BL61Subservient VisitorBladder Meridian2 of 7
  • BL62Extending VesselBladder Meridian2 of 7
  • ST01Tear ContainerStomach Meridian2 of 7
  • XH05Supreme Yang (Sun)Extra Points: Head2 of 7
  • BL01Bright Eyes / Eye PointBladder Meridian1 of 7
  • BL02Gathered BambooBladder Meridian1 of 7
  • GB16Eye WindowsGallbladder Meridian1 of 7
  • GB34Yang Mound SpringGallbladder Meridian1 of 7
  • GB37Bright LightGallbladder Meridian1 of 7
  • GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel1 of 7
  • LI14Upper Arm ProminenceLarge Intestine Meridian1 of 7

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (2 points)

100%

BL61 · BL62

Point 1 of 2

BL61Subservient Visitor

BL61 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 僕參 (pū cān)

🎯 Location: Posterior and inferior to the external malleolus directly below ub60 lateral to the calcaneum at the junction of the red and white skin.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Vomiting, Pain, Loss of Consciousness, Lower Back Pain, Channel Stagnation

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1016/s0254-6272(16)30008-5

Single-point entry

100%

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:10.1155/2020/7208081

Protocol (5 points)

100%

LI14 · GB20 · GB34 · GB37 · LV03

Point 1 of 5

LI14Upper Arm Prominence

LI14 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 臂臑 (bì bù)

🎯 Location: On the lateral side of the upper arm on the line connecting li11 and li15, 7 thumb widths above the li11 at the insertion of the deltoid muscle.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution with depth to avoid nerve damage.

🛡️ Treats: Chest Pain, Redness, Swelling, Pain, Goiter

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13444/j.cnki.zgzyykzz.2025.11.016

Protocol (4 points)

100%

BL02 · GB20 · XH05 · MS13

Point 1 of 4

BL02Gathered Bamboo

BL02 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 攢竹 (zǎn zhú)

🎯 Location: On the medial extremity of the eyebrow or on the supraorbital notch.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution with supraorbital nerve.

🛡️ Treats: Dizziness, Wind, Redness, Swelling, Pain

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.3389/fmed.2026.1835330

Protocol (4 points)

100%

ST01 · ST36 · GB20 · GV20

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:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20220516-k0004

Protocol (2 points)

90%

BL61 · BL62

Point 1 of 2

BL61Subservient Visitor

BL61 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 僕參 (pū cān)

🎯 Location: Posterior and inferior to the external malleolus directly below ub60 lateral to the calcaneum at the junction of the red and white skin.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Vomiting, Pain, Loss of Consciousness, Lower Back Pain, Channel Stagnation

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Yeh Tsui-Yun, Lin Jen-Chien, Liu Chi-Feng. Effect of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation through acupoints of Pucan (BL 61) and Shenmai (BL 62) on intraocular pressure in patients with glaucoma: a randomized controlled trial. J Tradit Chin Med 2016; 36(1): 51-56
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Using Acupoints for Glaucoma

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

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