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Acupuncture Points for Arthritis

No sourced protocol covers Arthritis yet.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Arthritis:

Knee Osteoarthritis ProblemsKnee PainStiffness KneeSwollen KneeOsteoarthritis Knee

Points cited for Arthritis

How often each point appears across the 3 entries ranked highest for Arthritis. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • GB34Yang Mound SpringGallbladder Meridian3 of 3
  • SP10Sea Of BloodSpleen Meridian3 of 3
  • ST34Ridge MoundStomach Meridian3 of 3
  • ST35Calf's NoseStomach Meridian2 of 3
  • SP09Yin Mound SpringSpleen Meridian1 of 3
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian1 of 3
  • XL02Crane's SummitExtra Points: Lower limbs1 of 3
  • XL05AMedial Eye Of The KneeExtra Points: Lower limbs1 of 3

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (7 points)

64%

ST34 · ST35 · ST36 · SP10 · GB34 · XL02 · XL05A

Knee PainOsteoarthritis KneeKnee Osteoarthritis Problems
Point 1 of 7

ST34Ridge Mound

ST34 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 梁丘 (liáng qiū)

🎯 Location: When knee is flexed point is 2 thumb widths above the laterosuperior border of the patella.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution with depth.

🛡️ Treats: Knee Pain, Wind, Numbness, Leg Pain, Pain

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.2147/JPR.S634945 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. ST34, ST35, SP10, GB34 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1186/s13063-020-04508-7 ↗

Protocol (4 points)

49%

ST34 · ST35 · SP10 · GB34

Knee PainSwollen KneeStiffness KneeKnee Osteoarthritis Problems
Point 1 of 4

ST34Ridge Mound

ST34 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 梁丘 (liáng qiū)

🎯 Location: When knee is flexed point is 2 thumb widths above the laterosuperior border of the patella.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution with depth.

🛡️ Treats: Knee Pain, Wind, Numbness, Leg Pain, Pain

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1186/s13063-020-04508-7 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. ST34, ST35, SP10, GB34 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.2147/JPR.S634945 ↗

Protocol (4 points)

49%

ST34 · SP09 · SP10 · GB34

Knee PainSwollen KneeStiffness KneeKnee Osteoarthritis Problems
Point 1 of 4

ST34Ridge Mound

ST34 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 梁丘 (liáng qiū)

🎯 Location: When knee is flexed point is 2 thumb widths above the laterosuperior border of the patella.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution with depth.

🛡️ Treats: Knee Pain, Wind, Numbness, Leg Pain, Pain

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1186/s13063-020-04508-7 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. ST34, SP10, GB34 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.2147/JPR.S634945 ↗
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Using Acupoints for Arthritis

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 Arthritis
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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