Acupuncture Points for Vision Loss

8 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Vision Loss:

Points cited for Vision Loss

How often each point appears across the 8 entries ranked highest for Vision Loss. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • GB20Wind PoolGallbladder Meridian7 of 8
  • BL02Gathered BambooBladder Meridian6 of 8
  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian4 of 8
  • BL01Bright Eyes / Eye PointBladder Meridian3 of 8
  • GB37Bright LightGallbladder Meridian3 of 8
  • GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel3 of 8
  • BL18Liver Shu PointBladder Meridian2 of 8
  • LV03Great SurgeLiver Meridian2 of 8
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian2 of 8
  • TB05Outer GateTriple Burner Meridian2 of 8
  • TB23Silken Bamboo HollowTriple Burner Meridian2 of 8
  • XH05Supreme Yang (Sun)Extra Points: Head2 of 8

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (4 points)

100%

TB05 · TB23 · GB20 · GV23

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 TB04 and tip of the olecranon the between radius and ulna.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Fever, Sweating, Kidney Deficiency, Dizziness, Tinnitus

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000028202
Corroborated by a second study. TB05, TB23, GB20 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000034735

Protocol (4 points)

100%

BL02 · BL18 · BL20 · BL23

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:10.13703/j.0255-2930.2017.12.011
Corroborated by a second study. BL02 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.19917/j.cnki.1005-0779.024094

Protocol (8 points)

100%

LI04 · ST01 · ST36 · SP06 · BL01 · BL02 · GB20 · GB37

Point 1 of 8

LI04Junction Valley

LI04 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 合谷 (hé gǔ)

🎯 Location: On the dorsum of the hand between 1st & 2nd metacarpal bones approximately in the middle of the 2nd metacarpal bone on the radial side.

⚠️ 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: Fever, Tinnitus, Release Exterior, Absent Periods, Wind

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.19917/j.cnki.1005-0779.024094
Corroborated by a second study. LI04, ST36, BL02, GB20, GB37 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000034735

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
Corroborated by a second study. BL02, GB20, XH05 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000034735

Protocol (16 points)

100%

LI04 · ST02 · ST07 · ST36 · BL02 · TB05 · TB23 · GB14 · GB20 · GB37 · LV03 · GV20 · GV24 · XH03 · XH04 · XH05

Point 1 of 16

LI04Junction Valley

LI04 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 合谷 (hé gǔ)

🎯 Location: On the dorsum of the hand between 1st & 2nd metacarpal bones approximately in the middle of the 2nd metacarpal bone on the radial side.

⚠️ 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: Fever, Tinnitus, Release Exterior, Absent Periods, Wind

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000034735
Corroborated by a second study. LI04, ST36, BL02, GB20, GB37 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.19917/j.cnki.1005-0779.024094

Protocol (9 points)

90%

LI04 · LI11 · BL01 · BL02 · BL18 · GB20 · GB37 · LV03 · GV20

Point 1 of 9

LI04Junction Valley

LI04 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 合谷 (hé gǔ)

🎯 Location: On the dorsum of the hand between 1st & 2nd metacarpal bones approximately in the middle of the 2nd metacarpal bone on the radial side.

⚠️ 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: Fever, Tinnitus, Release Exterior, Absent Periods, Wind

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Huang Jialan, Qian Aihua. Acupuncture Treatment for Optic Nerve Contusion. Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2003
Substantiated by a study. LI04, BL02, GB20, GB37, LV03, GV20 also appear in a study-reported protocol for the same search. That study did not test this prescription. doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000034735
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Using Acupoints for Vision Loss

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 Vision Loss
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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