Acupuncture Points for Cognitive Impairment Post-stroke

17 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Points cited for Cognitive Impairment Post-stroke

How often each point appears across the 17 entries ranked highest for Cognitive Impairment Post-stroke. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel14 of 17
  • GV24Spirit CourtGoverning Vessel10 of 17
  • GV26PhiltrumGoverning Vessel5 of 17
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian5 of 17
  • GB20Wind PoolGallbladder Meridian4 of 17
  • BL10Celestial PillarBladder Meridian3 of 17
  • GB12Mastoid ProcessGallbladder Meridian3 of 17
  • PC06Inner GatePericardium Meridian3 of 17
  • ST40Abundant BulgeStomach Meridian3 of 17
  • XH01AFour Spirit BrightnessExtra Points: Head3 of 17
  • XH01BFour Spirit BrightnessExtra Points: Head3 of 17
  • XH01CFour Spirit BrightnessExtra Points: Head3 of 17

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (2 points)

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GV20 · GV24

Point 1 of 2

GV20100 Convergences

GV20 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Governing Vessel

🇨🇳 Chinese: 百會 (bǎi huì)

🎯 Location: On the midline of the head 5 thumb widths directly above the midpoint of the anterior hairline approximately on the midpoint of the line connecting apex of the ears.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Chest Pain, Palpitations, Jaundice, Qi Deficiency

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1186/1472-6882-14-290
Corroborated by a second study. GV20, GV24 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1186/s13063-015-0795-x

Protocol (2 points)

100%

GV20 · GV24

Point 1 of 2

GV20100 Convergences

GV20 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Governing Vessel

🇨🇳 Chinese: 百會 (bǎi huì)

🎯 Location: On the midline of the head 5 thumb widths directly above the midpoint of the anterior hairline approximately on the midpoint of the line connecting apex of the ears.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Chest Pain, Palpitations, Jaundice, Qi Deficiency

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1186/s13063-015-0795-x
Corroborated by a second study. GV20, GV24 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1186/1472-6882-14-290

Protocol (2 points)

100%

GV20 · GV24

Point 1 of 2

GV20100 Convergences

GV20 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Governing Vessel

🇨🇳 Chinese: 百會 (bǎi huì)

🎯 Location: On the midline of the head 5 thumb widths directly above the midpoint of the anterior hairline approximately on the midpoint of the line connecting apex of the ears.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Chest Pain, Palpitations, Jaundice, Qi Deficiency

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1186/s13063-015-1054-x
Corroborated by a second study. GV20, GV24 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1186/1472-6882-14-290

Protocol (11 points)

100%

ST02 · ST40 · SP06 · HT07 · BL10 · PC06 · GB12 · GB20 · LV03 · GV20 · GV26

Point 1 of 11

ST02Four Direction Brightness

ST02 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 四白 (sì bái)

🎯 Location: Directly below pupil in the depression the at the infraorbital foramen.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution with infraorbital nerve.

🛡️ Treats: Heat, Wind, Deviation Eye, Facial Droop, Headache

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1186/s12906-016-1337-0
Corroborated by a second study. ST02, ST40, SP06, HT07, BL10, PC06, GB12, GB20, LV03, GV20, GV26 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000023803

Protocol (11 points)

100%

ST02 · ST40 · SP06 · HT07 · BL10 · PC06 · GB12 · GB20 · LV03 · GV20 · GV26

Point 1 of 11

ST02Four Direction Brightness

ST02 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Stomach Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 四白 (sì bái)

🎯 Location: Directly below pupil in the depression the at the infraorbital foramen.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution with infraorbital nerve.

🛡️ Treats: Heat, Wind, Deviation Eye, Facial Droop, Headache

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.1097/MD.0000000000023803
Corroborated by a second study. ST02, ST40, SP06, HT07, BL10, PC06, GB12, GB20, LV03, GV20, GV26 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1186/s12906-016-1337-0

Protocol (2 points)

100%

GV20 · GV24

Point 1 of 2

GV20100 Convergences

GV20 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Governing Vessel

🇨🇳 Chinese: 百會 (bǎi huì)

🎯 Location: On the midline of the head 5 thumb widths directly above the midpoint of the anterior hairline approximately on the midpoint of the line connecting apex of the ears.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.

🛡️ Treats: Cough, Chest Pain, Palpitations, Jaundice, Qi Deficiency

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.2196/74981
Corroborated by a second study. GV20, GV24 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.1186/1472-6882-14-290
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Using Acupoints for Cognitive Impairment Post-stroke

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 Cognitive Impairment Post-stroke
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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