Second, we have evidence from a 2006 lab study that electroacupuncture — in which a low-intensity electrical current is passed through needles — might be therapeutic for retinal degenerations. An Italian research team led by Dr. Lucia Pagani showed that electroacupuncture released neurotrophic (i.e., protective) proteins in the retinas of rats with retinal degeneration. While vision in the rats was not measured, treated rats had thicker and healthier retinas than those that were untreated.
– See more at: http://www.blindness.org/blog/index.php/is-acupuncture-a-beneficial-treatment-for-retinitis-pigmentosa/#sthash.Fze42H0g.dpuf
Second, we have evidence from a 2006 lab study that electroacupuncture — in which a low-intensity electrical current is passed through needles — might be therapeutic for retinal degenerations. An Italian research team led by Dr. Lucia Pagani showed that electroacupuncture released neurotrophic (i.e., protective) proteins in the retinas of rats with retinal degeneration. While vision in the rats was not measured, treated rats had thicker and healthier retinas than those that were untreated.
– See more at: http://www.blindness.org/blog/index.php/is-acupuncture-a-beneficial-treatment-for-retinitis-pigmentosa/#sthash.Fze42H0g.dpuf
Second, we have evidence from a 2006 lab study that electroacupuncture — in which a low-intensity electrical current is passed through needles — might be therapeutic for retinal degenerations. An Italian research team led by Dr. Lucia Pagani showed that electroacupuncture released neurotrophic (i.e., protective) proteins in the retinas of rats with retinal degeneration. While vision in the rats was not measured, treated rats had thicker and healthier retinas than those that were untreated.
– See more at: http://www.blindness.org/blog/index.php/is-acupuncture-a-beneficial-treatment-for-retinitis-pigmentosa/#sthash.Fze42H0g.dpuf
Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine have long been used in treating many eye conditions including, but not limited to:
• Macular Degeneration
• Glaucoma
• Stargardt’s Syndrome
• Retinal Detachment
• Optic Neuritis
• Diabetic Retinopathy
• Retinitis Pigmentosa
• Optic Nerve Atrophy
• Cataracts
• Usher’s Syndrome
• Myopia
• Lazy Eye
• Uveitis
• Retinal Occlusion
• Dry Eyes
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According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), most diseases involving the eye are closely related to the Qi and Blood deficiency. And some are related to the inflamation damp heat and Liver Fire. It is also understood that the eye is nourished by all of the internal organs in the body. The lens of the eye and the pupil basically belong to the kidney, the sclera to the lungs, the arteries and veins to the heart, the top eyelid to the spleen, the bottom eyelid to the stomach, and the cornea and iris to the liver. The Spleen and Stomach also control circulation in the eyes. Therefore an imbalance in any of the internal organs may lead to eye disease.
MAJOR ACUPUNCTURE EYE POINTS
There are a number of acupuncture/acupressure points around the eyes (basically around the orbits of the eyes which are the bones that surround the eyeballs). The points shown above are some of the major local eye points.
- Jingming (UB-1) Urinary Bladder Channel, lies where the inner corner of the eye meets the nose. Bladder 1 and 2 are perhaps the best two points for eye problems of all kinds from early-stage cataracts or glaucoma to hysteria with vision loss. They are also used for problems with conjunctivitis due to Wind-Heat and Liver Heat, to blurred vision in the elderly due to Deficient Jing and Blood
- Zanzhu (UB-2) Urinary Bladder Channel, lies in the depressions at the inner ends of the eyebrows. Bladder 1 and 2 are perhaps the best two points for eye problems of all kinds from early-stage cataracts or glaucoma to hysteria with vision loss. They are also used for problems with conjunctivitis due to Wind-Heat and Liver Heat, to blurred vision in the elderly due to Deficient Jing and Blood
- Yuyao Midpoint of the eyebrow in the hollow. Good for eye problems related to worry, excessive study and mental strain.
- Sizhukong (SJ 23) Sanjiao or Triple Burner Channel, in the depression at the outside end of the eyebrow. This is a local point good for eye and facial problems, whether due to Wind invasion or the Liver Yang and Fire.
- Tongziliao (GB 1) Gall Bladder Channel, lies in the cavities on the outside corners of the eye sockets. Good for eye problems including conjunctivitis, red sore eyes, photophobia, dry, itchy eyes, early-stage cataracts and blurred vision, as well as lateral headaches.
- Qiuhou Midway between St-1 and GB-1 along the orbit of the eyes.
- Chengqi (St 1) directly blow the pupil on the infraorbital ridge bone. This is a main point for all eye problems, including those due to Wind Cold, Wind Heat and Hyperactive Liver Yang.
With acupuncture has been widely used and studied by Western medical community, treatment and study on eye conditions is relatively rarely published. One of the researches was 2006 lab study that electroacupucnture with low-intensity electrical current passed trough needles might be therapeutic for retinal degeneration. There was also some researches done by NIH. Besides the points described above, there are many experienced points or Specific points which has been documented in Chinese Traditional Eye Treatment Books.
Second, we have evidence from a 2006 lab study that electroacupuncture — in which a low-intensity electrical current is passed through needles — might be therapeutic for retinal degenerations. An Italian research team led by Dr. Lucia Pagani showed that electroacupuncture released neurotrophic (i.e., protective) proteins in the retinas of rats with retinal degeneration. While vision in the rats was not measured, treated rats had thicker and healthier retinas than those that were untreated.
– See more at: http://www.blindness.org/blog/index.php/is-acupuncture-a-beneficial-treatment-for-retinitis-pigmentosa/#sthash.Fze42H0g.dpuf
Despite acupuncture, acupressure is also helpful. Instructions for doing self-acupressure for eye health:
GENTLY massage each acupuncture point around the orbit of the eye, starting with B1-1 and massaging each point as you go up and outward. Each point should be massaged for approximately 5-10 seconds. You can massage both eyes at the same time. You can do this massage as often as you like over the course of the day. You may find that each point feels different in terms of sensitivity.
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Note:
We have been treating some forms of eye diseases and results are hopeful.
“My husband, xxx, has Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP), a condition he was born with. RP is basically varying degrees of night blindness and loss of peripheral vision. Due to this disease, my husband’s way of life is drastically affected. He can’t drive, he can’t have a job that is anywhere outside of a metro/public transportation area, and he can’t walk outside when it’s dark on his own.
There are no surgical/medical procedures to date that can treat RP. The only thing I’ve found that could come close to treating RP is acupuncture. ..”
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