Acupuncture Points for Amnesia

1 sourced protocol, each with its citation.

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Often treated alongside Amnesia:

Memory Loss Cognitive Impairment Mild Dementia Cognitive Decline Cognitive Impairment Insomnia

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Points cited for Amnesia

How often each point appears across the 35 entries ranked highest for Amnesia. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel29 of 35
ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian19 of 35
HT07Spirit GateHeart Meridian13 of 35
SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian12 of 35
GB20Wind PoolGallbladder Meridian11 of 35
GV24Spirit CourtGoverning Vessel11 of 35
GV14Great VertebraGoverning Vessel8 of 35
PC06Inner GatePericardium Meridian8 of 35
GB39Suspended BellGallbladder Meridian6 of 35
KD03Great StreamKidney Meridian6 of 35
CV12Stomach CentreConception Vessel5 of 35
BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian4 of 35

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Protocol (6 points)

90%

ST24 · ST26 · CV04 · CV06 · CV10 · CV12

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ST24Slippery Flesh Gate

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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 滑肉門 (huá ròu mén)

🎯 Location: 1 thumb width above the umbilicus 2 thumb widths lateral to the CV09.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in pregnancy.

🛡️ Treats: Phlegm, Depression, Vomiting, Upper Stomach Pain, Vomiting Blood

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

HUANG Yong, LIAO Xiao-ming, LI Xiao-xi & SONG Yuan-bin. Clinical Observation on the Effects of Bo's Abdominal Acupuncture in 40 Cases of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2008, 28(4): 264-266

Protocol (2 points)

53%

LI04 · LV03

Dementia Memory Loss Cognitive Impairment Alzheimer's Disease

Point 1 of 2

LI04Junction Valley

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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:10.1155/2018/7619197 ↗

Protocol (3 points)

53%

ST36 · CV12 · GV20

Insomnia Memory Loss Cognitive Impairment Mild Mood Disorder Depression Mood Disorder Anxiety

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ST36Leg Three Miles

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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 足三里 (zú sān lǐ)

🎯 Location: 3 thumb widths below ST35, 1 finger breadth (middle finger) from anterior border of the tibia.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in cases of severe varicose veins.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Fever, Poor Appetite, Diarrhea, Shortness of Breath

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000022956 ↗

Protocol (4 points)

53%

ST36 · SP06 · CV04 · GV20

Insomnia Memory Loss Cognitive Impairment Mild

Point 1 of 4

ST36Leg Three Miles

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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 足三里 (zú sān lǐ)

🎯 Location: 3 thumb widths below ST35, 1 finger breadth (middle finger) from anterior border of the tibia.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in cases of severe varicose veins.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Fever, Poor Appetite, Diarrhea, Shortness of Breath

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20250113-k0008 ↗

Protocol (7 points)

48%

ST36 · SP06 · HT07 · PC06 · LV03 · GV20 · GV23

Depression Insomnia Memory Loss Slow Reaction Difficulty Falling Asleep Light Sleep Early Waking Up Exhaustion Difficulty Thinking Inattention

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ST36Leg Three Miles

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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 足三里 (zú sān lǐ)

🎯 Location: 3 thumb widths below ST35, 1 finger breadth (middle finger) from anterior border of the tibia.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in cases of severe varicose veins.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Fever, Poor Appetite, Diarrhea, Shortness of Breath

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

ZHANG Yue-feng, REN Gui-fang & ZHANG Xiu-chun. Acupuncture plus Cupping for Treating Insomnia in College Students. Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2010, 30(3): 185-188

Protocol (3 points)

48%

CV06 · GV14 · GV20

Dementia Memory Loss Cognitive Decline

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CV06Sea Of Qi

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🗺️ Meridian: Conception Vessel

🇨🇳 Chinese: 氣海 (qì hǎi)

🎯 Location: On the anterior midline 1.5 thumb widths below umbilicus.

⚠️ Cautions: Avoid needling over the gravid uterus after the first trimester; where used in pregnancy, needle shallowly and only on a clear obstetric indication.

🛡️ Treats: Diarrhea, Shortness of Breath, Constipation, Yang Weakness, Abdominal Bloating

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

Mei Jing et al. Acupuncture treatment of senile dementia. Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2009, 29(3): 224-236

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Using Acupoints for Amnesia

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 Amnesia
Symptoms worsen despite treatment
If you have underlying health conditions

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