Acupuncture Points for Cramps Muscle

3 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Cramps Muscle:

Points cited for Cramps Muscle

How often each point appears across the 3 entries ranked highest for Cramps Muscle. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • BL57Mountain SupportBladder Meridian2 of 3
  • CV04Original Qi GateConception Vessel2 of 3
  • CV06Sea Of QiConception Vessel2 of 3
  • GV26PhiltrumGoverning Vessel2 of 3
  • KD01Bubbling SpringKidney Meridian2 of 3
  • LU07Interrupted SequenceLung Meridian2 of 3
  • LU09Great SourceLung Meridian2 of 3
  • LV03Great SurgeLiver Meridian2 of 3
  • GB34Yang Mound SpringGallbladder Meridian1 of 3
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian1 of 3
  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian1 of 3

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (8 points)

100%

LU07 · LU09 · BL57 · KD01 · LV03 · CV04 · CV06 · GV26

Point 1 of 8

LU07Interrupted Sequence

LU07 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 列缺 (liè quē)

🎯 Location: Superior to the styloid process of the radius 1.5 thumb widths above the transverse crease of the wrist between brachioradialis and tendon of the abductor policis longus.

⚠️ Cautions: Use with caution in patients with radial nerve sensitivity.

🛡️ Treats: Heat Chest, Cough, Fever, Shortness of Breath, Phlegm

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.4103/1735-9066.197684
Corroborated by a second study. LU07, LU09, BL57, KD01, LV03, CV04, CV06, GV26 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.51507/j.jams.2024.17.2.47

Protocol (2 points)

100%

ST36 · SP06

Point 1 of 2

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

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.22122/ahj.v14i1.1251
Not corroborated. No other study in the index uses any of these points for this search.

Protocol (9 points)

100%

LU07 · LU09 · BL57 · KD01 · GB34 · LV03 · CV04 · CV06 · GV26

Point 1 of 9

LU07Interrupted Sequence

LU07 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Lung Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 列缺 (liè quē)

🎯 Location: Superior to the styloid process of the radius 1.5 thumb widths above the transverse crease of the wrist between brachioradialis and tendon of the abductor policis longus.

⚠️ Cautions: Use with caution in patients with radial nerve sensitivity.

🛡️ Treats: Heat Chest, Cough, Fever, Shortness of Breath, Phlegm

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.51507/j.jams.2024.17.2.47
Corroborated by a second study. LU07, LU09, BL57, KD01, LV03, CV04, CV06, GV26 also appear in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.4103/1735-9066.197684
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Using Acupoints for Cramps Muscle

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 Cramps Muscle
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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