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Acupuncture Points for Developmental Delay

6 sourced protocols, each with its citation.

Related Symptoms

Often treated alongside Developmental Delay:

AutismBehavior RepetitiveCommunication ImpairedConsciousness DisorderDelay DevelopmentDelay Growth

Points cited for Developmental Delay

How often each point appears across the 6 entries ranked highest for Developmental Delay. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.

  • ST36Leg Three MilesStomach Meridian3 of 6
  • CV12Stomach CentreConception Vessel2 of 6
  • KD03Great StreamKidney Meridian2 of 6
  • LV04Mound CentreLiver Meridian2 of 6
  • SP03Great WhiteSpleen Meridian2 of 6
  • SP06Three Yin IntersectionSpleen Meridian2 of 6
  • BL23Kidney Shu PointBladder Meridian1 of 6
  • CV04Original Qi GateConception Vessel1 of 6
  • CV06Sea Of QiConception Vessel1 of 6
  • GV01Long StrengthGoverning Vessel1 of 6
  • GV14Great VertebraGoverning Vessel1 of 6
  • GV20100 ConvergencesGoverning Vessel1 of 6

Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean

Protocol (4 points)

100%

SP06 · HT07 · PC06 · GV20

Developmental DelayMotor DysfunctionDysphagiaConsciousness DisorderVegetative State PersistentEncephalitis Herpes SimplexEpilepsy SecondaryIntellectual Dysfunction
Point 1 of 4

SP06Three Yin Intersection

SP06 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Spleen Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 三陰交 (sān yīn jiāo)

🎯 Location: 3 thumb widths directly above the tip of the medial malleolus posterior to the medial border of the tibia.

⚠️ 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: Diarrhea, Dizziness, Tinnitus, Palpitations, Abdominal Bloating

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.3389/fneur.2022.896721 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. SP06 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20250506-0002 ↗

Protocol (6 points)

100%

ST36 · SP06 · BL23 · CV04 · CV06 · GV14

Developmental DelayDelay DevelopmentDelay MotorDelay GrowthInfant High-risk
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

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20250506-0002 ↗
Corroborated by a second study. SP06 also appears in another study-reported protocol for the same search. A second publication is not necessarily a second research group. doi:10.3389/fneur.2022.896721 ↗

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
Substantiated by a study. ST36 also appears in a study-reported protocol for the same search. That study did not test this prescription. doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20250506-0002 ↗

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
Substantiated by a study. ST36 also appears in a study-reported protocol for the same search. That study did not test this prescription. doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20250506-0002 ↗

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
Not substantiated. Studies in the index cover this search, and none of their protocols use any of these points.

Single-point entry

100%
Mental RetardationDevelopmental Delay

GV01Long Strength

GV01 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Governing Vessel

🇨🇳 Chinese: 長強 (cháng qiáng)

🎯 Location: Midway between tip of the coccyx and anus, locate point with patient in the prone position.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in spinal conditions.

🛡️ Treats: Diarrhea, Anxiety, Common Cold, Pain, Damp

Study-reported

Point selection reported in a published study.

doi:10.13703/j.0255-2930.20220508-k0004 ↗
Not corroborated. No other study in the index uses any of these points for this search.
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Using Acupoints for Developmental Delay

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 Developmental Delay
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

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