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Acupoints for Macular Edema

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Protocol (4 points)

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Point selection reported in a published study.

Vision LossMacular EdemaRetinal Vein Occlusion
Point 1 of 4

TB05Outer Gate

TB05 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Triple Burner Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 外關 (wài guān)

🎯 Location: 2 thumb widths proximal to the dorsal crease of the wrist on the line connecting tb4 and tip of the olecranon the between radius and ulna.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: fever, sweating, deficiency:kidney, dizziness, tinnitus

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Protocol (8 points)

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Point selection reported in a published study.

Vision BlurredMacular EdemaRetinal Disease
Point 1 of 8

ST02Four Direction Brightness

ST02 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 四白 (sì bái)

🎯 Location: Directly below pupil in the depression the at the infraorbital foramen.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution with infraorbital nerve.

🛡️ Treats: heat, wind, deviation:eye, deviation:mouth, pain:headache

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Related Symptoms

Other symptoms often treated alongside macular edema:

vision lossretinal vein occlusionvision blurrededema maculardisease retinal

Using Acupoints for Macular Edema

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 macular edema
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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