Acupuncture Points for Incontinence Urinary Stress

11 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Points cited for Incontinence Urinary Stress

How often each point appears across the 11 entries ranked highest for Incontinence Urinary Stress. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • BL33Middle Bone HoleBladder Meridian5 of 11
  • BL35Meeting Of YangBladder Meridian5 of 11
  • CV03Central PivotConception Vessel5 of 11
  • CV04Original Qi GateConception Vessel4 of 11
  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian3 of 11
  • BL32Second Bone HoleBladder Meridian3 of 11
  • BL54Lowermost In OrderBladder Meridian3 of 11
  • CV06Sea Of QiConception Vessel3 of 11
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian3 of 11
  • BL31Upper Bone HoleBladder Meridian2 of 11
  • BL34Lower Bone HoleBladder Meridian2 of 11
  • BL14Absolute Yin Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 11

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (2 points)

100%

BL33 · BL35

Point 1 of 2

BL33Middle Bone Hole

BL33 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 中髎 (zhōng hé)

🎯 Location: On the sacrum medial and inferior to the ub32 just at the 3rd posterior sacral foramen.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in sacroiliac dysfunction.

🛡️ Treats: Constipation, Abdominal Bloating, Pain, Urinary Retention, Infertility

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1186/1745-6215-14-315

Protocol (20 points)

100%

SP03 · SP06 · BL14 · BL18 · BL20 · BL23 · BL28 · BL31 · BL32 · BL33 · BL34 · KD03 · KD07 · PC06 · LV03 · CV03 · CV04 · CV06 · GV04 · GV20

Point 1 of 20

SP03Great White

SP03 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Spleen Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 太白 (tài bái)

🎯 Location: Proximal and inferior to the 1st metatarsophalangeal joint in the depression of the junction of the red and white skin.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in patients with cardiac arrhythmias.

🛡️ Treats: Diarrhea, Knee Pain, Constipation, Heat, Vomiting

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1136/acupmed-2015-010828

Protocol (2 points)

100%

BL33 · BL35

Point 1 of 2

BL33Middle Bone Hole

BL33 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 中髎 (zhōng hé)

🎯 Location: On the sacrum medial and inferior to the ub32 just at the 3rd posterior sacral foramen.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in sacroiliac dysfunction.

🛡️ Treats: Constipation, Abdominal Bloating, Pain, Urinary Retention, Infertility

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0150821

Protocol (2 points)

100%

BL33 · BL35

Point 1 of 2

BL33Middle Bone Hole

BL33 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 中髎 (zhōng hé)

🎯 Location: On the sacrum medial and inferior to the ub32 just at the 3rd posterior sacral foramen.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in sacroiliac dysfunction.

🛡️ Treats: Constipation, Abdominal Bloating, Pain, Urinary Retention, Infertility

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1136/bmjspcare-2019-002034

Single-point entry

100%

BL54Lowermost In Order

BL54 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 秩邊 (zhì biān)

🎯 Location: On the level of the 4th posterior sacral foramen 3 thumb widths lateral to the median sacral crest.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Kidney Deficiency, Pain, Urinary Retention, Hemorrhoids, Sciatica

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1007/s00192-023-05698-9

Single-point entry

100%

BL54Lowermost In Order

BL54 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 秩邊 (zhì biān)

🎯 Location: On the level of the 4th posterior sacral foramen 3 thumb widths lateral to the median sacral crest.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Kidney Deficiency, Pain, Urinary Retention, Hemorrhoids, Sciatica

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1007/s00345-024-05004-2
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Using Acupoints for Incontinence Urinary Stress

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 Incontinence Urinary Stress
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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