Acupuncture Points for Hemorrhoids

3 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Hemorrhoids:

Points cited for Hemorrhoids

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

  • BL57Mountain SupportBladder Meridian3 of 3
  • GV01Long StrengthGoverning Vessel3 of 3
  • BL25Large Intestine Shu PointBladder Meridian2 of 3
  • BL30White Ring Shu PointBladder Meridian2 of 3
  • BL32Second Bone HoleBladder Meridian1 of 3
  • BL35Meeting Of YangBladder Meridian1 of 3
  • GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel1 of 3
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian1 of 3

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (5 points)

96%

BL25 · BL32 · BL35 · BL57 · GV01

Point 1 of 5

BL25Large Intestine Shu Point

BL25 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 大腸俞 (dà cháng yú)

🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the GV03 at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 4th lumbar vertebra.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling.

🛡️ Treats: Diarrhea, Common Cold, Constipation, Abdominal Bloating, Abdominal Pain

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13193/j.issn.1673-7717.2017.12.003
Corroborated by a second study. BL25, BL57, GV01 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20250620-0003

Protocol (4 points)

96%

BL25 · BL30 · BL57 · GV01

Point 1 of 4

BL25Large Intestine Shu Point

BL25 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 大腸俞 (dà cháng yú)

🎯 Location: 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the GV03 at the level of the lower border of the spinous process of the 4th lumbar vertebra.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid deep perpendicular needling.

🛡️ Treats: Diarrhea, Common Cold, Constipation, Abdominal Bloating, Abdominal Pain

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20250620-0003
Corroborated by a second study. BL25, BL57, GV01 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.13193/j.issn.1673-7717.2017.12.003

Protocol (5 points)

86%

SP06 · BL30 · BL57 · GV01 · GV20

Point 1 of 5

SP06Three Yin Intersection

SP06 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Spleen Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 三陰交 (sān yīn jiāo)

🎯 Location: 3 thumb widths directly above the tip of the medial malleolus posterior to the medial border of the tibia.

⚠️ 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: Diarrhea, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Palpitations, Abdominal Bloating

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Deadman, Al-Khafaji & Baker, A Manual of Acupuncture – point group actions
Substantiated by a study. BL30, BL57, GV01 also appear in a study-reported protocol for the same search. That study did not test this prescription. doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20250620-0003
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Using Acupoints for Hemorrhoids

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

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