Acupuncture Points for Urinary Incontinence Urgency

4 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Points cited for Urinary Incontinence Urgency

How often each point appears across the 4 entries ranked highest for Urinary Incontinence Urgency. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • BL33Middle Bone HoleBladder Meridian3 of 4
  • BL35Meeting Of YangBladder Meridian2 of 4
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian2 of 4
  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 4
  • CV04Original Qi GateConception Vessel1 of 4
  • LV03Great SurgeLiver Meridian1 of 4

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (2 points)

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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 BL32 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:10.1186/1472-6882-14-301

Protocol (3 points)

100%

SP06 · LV03 · CV04

Point 1 of 3

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

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000012016

Protocol (4 points)

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SP06 · BL23 · BL33 · BL35

Point 1 of 4

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

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1186/s12906-020-03018-y

Single-point entry

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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 BL32 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:10.5980/jpnjurol1989.86.1514
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Using Acupoints for Urinary Incontinence Urgency

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

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