Acupuncture Points for Arthritis Knee

1 sourced protocol, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Arthritis Knee:

Points cited for Arthritis Knee

How often each point appears across the 1 entries ranked highest for Arthritis Knee. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • GB34Yang Mound SpringGallbladder Meridian1 of 1
  • GB39Suspended BellGallbladder Meridian1 of 1
  • SP09Yin Mound SpringSpleen Meridian1 of 1
  • SP10Sea Of BloodSpleen Meridian1 of 1
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian1 of 1

No study in this index covers Arthritis Knee

Every protocol below comes from a clinical text or a website. Nothing here has a published trial behind it, so no two independent sources have been shown to agree. How often that happens

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (5 points)

90%

ST36 · SP09 · SP10 · GB34 · GB39

Point 1 of 5

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

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

陈南萍. 针灸按摩疗法治疗膝关节炎临床观察. 临床和实验医学杂志 ., 2012 [CNKI]
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Using Acupoints for Arthritis Knee

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

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