I experience throbbing eye pain and redness that worsens in the morning.
symptom
A patient in their 30s presented with eye pain that had started two months prior. The symptoms were thought to be related to their work, which involves a lot of computer use. The pain was a throbbing, pulsating pain, distinct from a headache. The symptoms gradually worsened and were accompanied by eye redness. The pain was particularly severe in the mornings, making it difficult to wake up. The redness also caused concern among those around them. An ophthalmologist examined the patient, but no abnormalities were found. Eye drops were prescribed for suspected dry eye, which provided some relief. Upon initial examination, swelling was observed from the temples to around the eyes, along with tension in the front of the neck, limiting the ability to look upwards.
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Visitors
Male
30's
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Period
February 2025 - March 2026
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Visit Frequency per week
About 1
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Number of Visits
6
Treatment and progress
During the first treatment, acupressure points on the hands were used to relieve tension around the eyes and temples and to promote a reduction in swelling. Acupressure points on the back were also treated while checking the movement of the neck. After the treatment, changes in neck movement were observed, and the swelling was slightly reduced. From the second session onward, since morning pain and redness had decreased after the first treatment, the treatment continued with the same approach, focusing on neck movement and swelling. With each subsequent treatment, the swelling subsided, and improvements in neck movement and tension were observed. Consequently, the eye pain and redness gradually disappeared. There were no relapses of symptoms or the appearance of new symptoms during the treatment period, and the symptoms improved significantly after six treatments.
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Summary
This case involves a patient who presented with eye pain and redness due to eye strain from computer work. Ophthalmological examinations revealed no abnormalities, and dry eye was suspected. At the initial consultation, swelling around the eyes and in the temporal region, tension in the front of the neck, and limited upward movement were observed. Treatment using acupressure points on the hands and back improved neck movement and swelling, resulting in a gradual reduction of eye pain and redness. After six treatments, symptoms significantly improved, and morning pain disappeared. This case demonstrates that addressing not only localized eye strain but also neck tension and swelling can lead to symptom improvement. Regular care and attention to posture and breaks during computer work are expected to prevent recurrence of symptoms.
Acupuncture clinic for the case:Hinata Acupuncture Clinic, Kiyosumi-Shirakawa
