Points cited for Contracture Joint How often each point appears across the 3 entries ranked highest for Contracture Joint. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.
SP09 Yin Mound Spring Spleen Meridian 2 of 3 BL40 Middle Of The Crease Bladder Meridian 1 of 3 CV12 Stomach Centre Conception Vessel 1 of 3 GB34 Yang Mound Spring Gallbladder Meridian 1 of 3 GV03 Yang Lumbar Gate Governing Vessel 1 of 3 GV04 Life Gate Governing Vessel 1 of 3 GV08 Sinew Contraction Governing Vessel 1 of 3 GV11 Spirit Path Governing Vessel 1 of 3 GV14 Great Vertebra Governing Vessel 1 of 3 GV20 100 Convergences Governing Vessel 1 of 3 GV21 Before The Vertex Governing Vessel 1 of 3 GV22 Fontanelle Meeting Governing Vessel 1 of 3 Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean
Protocol (9 points) 100% LI04 · LI11 · SP09 · BL40 · LV03 · CV12 · GV20 · GV21 · GV22
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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
Protocol (5 points) 100% GV03 · GV04 · GV08 · GV11 · GV14
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Protocol (5 points) 100% ST36 · SP06 · SP09 · SP10 · GB34
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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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Buy Using Acupoints for Contracture Joint 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 Contracture Joint Symptoms worsen despite treatment If you have underlying health conditions Disclaimer: The acupoint information provided is for educational purposes only.
