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Acupuncture Points for Autism

4 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Autism:

Behavior RepetitiveCommunication ImpairedDevelopmental DelayAutism Spectrum Disorder

Points cited for Autism

How often each point appears across the 4 entries ranked highest for Autism. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian3 of 4
  • CV12Stomach CentreConception Vessel2 of 4
  • KD03Great StreamKidney Meridian2 of 4
  • LV04Mound CentreLiver Meridian2 of 4
  • SP03Great WhiteSpleen Meridian2 of 4
  • KD04Large BellKidney Meridian1 of 4
  • KD07Returning FlowKidney Meridian1 of 4
  • KD10Yin ValleyKidney Meridian1 of 4
  • LI04Junction ValleyLarge Intestine Meridian1 of 4
  • LV07Knee JointLiver Meridian1 of 4
  • LV10Leg Five MilesLiver Meridian1 of 4
  • PC06Inner GatePericardium Meridian1 of 4

No study in this index covers Autism

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 (6 points)

90%

ST36 · SP03 · KD03 · KD07 · KD10 · CV12

AutismDevelopmental DelayCommunication ImpairedBehavior Repetitive
Point 1 of 6

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.

ZHANG Jun. A Review of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) from A Perspective of Classical Chinese Medicine (CCM). Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2010, 30(1): 53-58

Protocol (6 points)

90%

ST36 · SP03 · LV04 · LV07 · LV10 · CV12

AutismDevelopmental DelayCommunication ImpairedBehavior Repetitive
Point 1 of 6

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.

ZHANG Jun. A Review of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) from A Perspective of Classical Chinese Medicine (CCM). Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2010, 30(1): 53-58

Protocol (4 points)

90%

KD03 · KD04 · TB15 · LV04

AutismDevelopmental DelayCommunication ImpairedBehavior Repetitive
Point 1 of 4

KD03Great Stream

KD03 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Kidney Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 太谿 (tài xī)

🎯 Location: In the depression the between tip of the medial malleolus and achilles tendon.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Chest Pain, Shortness of Breath, Heat Deficiency, Asthma

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

ZHANG Jun. A Review of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) from A Perspective of Classical Chinese Medicine (CCM). Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2010, 30(1): 53-58

Protocol (4 points)

90%

LI04 · ST36 · SP06 · PC06

AutismAutism Spectrum Disorder
Point 1 of 4

LI04Junction Valley

LI04 acupoint
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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

Text or case report

Point selection recorded in a clinical text or case report.

ZHANG Ji-shui et al.. A Preliminary Study on Effect of Transcutaneous Electrical Acupoint Stimulation for Children with Autism. 针刺研究, 2017
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Using Acupoints for Autism

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

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