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Acupoints for Ankylosing Spondylitis

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Protocol (8 points)

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Lower Back PainStiffness MorningBack Lower PainKidney Yang DeficiencyLumbar WeaknessAnkylosing Spondylitis
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ST36Leg Three Miles

ST36 acupoint
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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

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Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13702/j.1000-0607.20231040 ↗

Protocol (4 points)

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Spine PainAnkylosing Spondylitis
Point 1 of 4

ST36Leg Three Miles

ST36 acupoint
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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

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4 acupoints
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Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.16295/j.cnki.0257-358x.2019.05.013 ↗

Protocol (2 points)

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Back PainJoint PainLower Back PainAnkylosing Spondylitis
Point 1 of 2

GV03Yang Lumbar Gate

GV03 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Governing Vessel

🇨🇳 Chinese: 腰陽關 (yāo yáng guān)

🎯 Location: Below spinous process of the 4th lumbar vertebra at the level with iliac crest.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Numbness, Lower Back Pain, Urine White, Benefit Legs, Benefit Back Lumbar

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2 acupoints
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Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20230616-k0001 ↗

Protocol (4 points)

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Back PainJoint PainLower Back PainAnkylosing Spondylitis
Point 1 of 4

CV03Central Pivot

CV03 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Conception Vessel

🇨🇳 Chinese: 中極 (zhōng jí)

🎯 Location: On the anterior midline 4 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. Empty the bladder before needling.

🛡️ Treats: Absent Periods, Back Pain, Pain, Damp, Edema

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Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20230616-k0001 ↗

Related Symptoms

Other symptoms often treated alongside Ankylosing Spondylitis:

Back PainLower Back PainJoint PainKidney Yang DeficiencyBack Lower PainLower Back Pain

Using Acupoints for Ankylosing Spondylitis

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 Ankylosing Spondylitis
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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