Acupuncture Points for Cramp Foot

1 sourced protocol, each with its citation.

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Often treated alongside Cramp Foot:

Anxiety Bradykinesia Constipation Drooling Dry Mouth Dysphagia

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Points cited for Cramp Foot

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

BL40Middle Of The CreaseBladder Meridian1 of 1
BL57Mountain SupportBladder Meridian1 of 1
CV04Original Qi GateConception Vessel1 of 1
GB19Brain HollowGallbladder Meridian1 of 1
GB34Yang Mound SpringGallbladder Meridian1 of 1
GB39Suspended BellGallbladder Meridian1 of 1
GV04Life GateGoverning Vessel1 of 1
GV08Sinew ContractionGoverning Vessel1 of 1
GV14Great VertebraGoverning Vessel1 of 1
GV17Brain DoorGoverning Vessel1 of 1
GV19Behind The VertexGoverning Vessel1 of 1
GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel1 of 1

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Protocol (22 points)

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LI04 · LI10 · LI11 · ST25 · ST37 · SP06 · SP09 · BL40 · BL57 · GB19 · GB34 · GB39 · LV03 · CV04 · GV04 · GV08 · GV14 · GV17 · GV19 · GV20 · GV21 · GV24

Fatigue Anxiety Constipation Drooling Parkinson's Disease Tremor Hand Stiffness Neck Dry Mouth Bradykinesia Dysphagia Rigidity Tremor Limb Stiffness Back Cramp Foot

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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

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.3389/fneur.2023.1330054 ↗

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Using Acupoints for Cramp Foot

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 Cramp Foot
Symptoms worsen despite treatment
If you have underlying health conditions

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